Architectural Assistant

Job description

Architectural Assistant Bedford
Competitive salary + excellent benefits

I am seeking a Architectural Assistantto join a growing Residential Architecture team in Bedford.

The Role

The successful Architectural Assistant will be part of the successful and well-established residential team helping to deliver residential developments from inception to planning determination by carrying out the following:

• Assisting on various residential projects around the UK, from small-scale schemes for private developers to large-scale master planning projects for national housebuilders.
• Working within an enthusiastic team where creativity and collaboration is encouraged, assisting on the design and drafting of planning drawings and documentation.
• This is a great opportunity for a keen individual to flourish in a design led environment and play a significant role in contributing to the residential architecture team

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting planning drawings as required, specifically house types and multi-unit planning layouts generally up to planning application stage
• Using AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop and other software to produce drawings/plans
• Promote good working practices through creative thinking, communication and collaboration with all parties
• Hand sketching to communicate design ideas and scheme proposals
• Assist with producing Design and Access Statements and other supporting documentation relevant to planning applications
• Support an ambitious team who is well recongised in the residential architecture industry

About You

• 2+ years experience within the residential sector
• Relevant degree level educated (architecture, urban design etc) desirable
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft Office Software.
• Experience with SketchUp and 3D rendering packages, such as V-Ray is desirable although some training can be provided;
• Design orientated, good hand drawings skills preferable;
• Energetic, enthusiastic and communicative person who works well as part of a team but can also progress works independently as required;
• Punctual, reliable and articulate individual.
• Working well as part of a team as well as individual creative thinking.
• Confident, personable and proactive.
• Strong communication with a high standard of written and spoken English

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Flexible working options
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private healthcare
• Travel insurance cover after three years
• Release days for education/CPD
• Bonus birthday day off
• Option to Buy/Sell annual leave

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Architectural Assistantto take the next step in their career and work on a diverse range of projects across the UK

Alcea Consultancy Limited are acting as an employment business/agency in relation to this vacancy.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Bedford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£40,000 Per Month

Published at

25-06-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English