Part 1 Architectural Assistant

Company Description

Squared Architects is an international architecture studio with offices in London, UK, and Bassano del Grappa, Italy, delivering creative and precise solutions since 2017. Specializing in luxury residential, high-end hospitality, and BIM consulting, our projects are a blend of technical excellence and Italian design artistry. As an accredited ARB practice and RIBA member, we are committed to delivering exceptional architectural solutions.

Role Description

This is a full-time, office-based role for a Part I Architectural Assistant, located at the practice’s Victoria office in London. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing architectural and technical drawings, supporting project design development, and contributing to presentations and project documentation. Working under the guidance of the Office Director, the candidate will collaborate closely with the design team to ensure that projects meet both aesthetic and technical standards in accordance with the practice’s requirements, while adhering to project deadlines and delivery programmes.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be highly meticulous, taking genuine pride in their work and striving to achieve the highest possible standard in every task, no matter how small, while maintaining a high level of accuracy and consistency.

They should be a humble and motivated individual with a strong willingness to learn, not only in terms of architectural skills, but also in developing the ability to manage their time efficiently and work autonomously.

Over time, the candidate should grow into a dependable and valued member of the team, capable of taking on increasing responsibility and progressing within the practice.

Practical knowledge of Revit would be advantageous, as the practice operates exclusively using Revit. However, attitude, commitment, and a willingness to learn are considered more important, as initial Revit training will be provided by the Office Director and the right candidate will be expected to quickly master the key tools and workflows.

A genuine passion for architecture and a strong sense of curiosity are considered essential, as the candidate will be expected to demonstrate a strong personal commitment to continuously improving their technical and software skills through self-directed learning.

Excellent attention to instructions and the ability to follow design direction precisely are essential.

Qualifications & Requirements

Relevant degree or qualification in Architecture.

Ability to develop and deliver compelling presentations to support project proposals.

Strong skills in Architecture and creating detailed architectural drawings.

Ability to meet deadlines and address design challenges.

Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for team collaboration.

Good knowledge of Adobe Indesign.

Good knowledge of Adobe Illustrator.

Knowledge or experience in BIM and Revit is an advantage.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

How to apply

To apply, please submit your CV and portfolio in PDF format and in good resolution. The CV should not exceed two pages, and the portfolio should be no longer than 15 pages, including a maximum of five projects.

The selected projects and drawings should demonstrate specific technical and artistic skills and should ideally represent work produced solely by the candidate. Where projects have been completed as part of a team, the candidate should be prepared to clearly explain their individual contribution to the work presented.

Interview process

Selected candidates will initially be invited to attend an online interview via Microsoft Teams.

The most promising candidates will then be invited to attend an in-person assessment day at the office, during which they will be asked to collaborate with the team and demonstrate the technical and software skills discussed during the interview process.