Architect at PorkMoney

Job Description

• At Porkmoney we are seeking a motivated Architect  to work collaboratively in a team environment, performing design and technical production of documents through all phases of architecture.
• This role includes coordinating with the project team, clients, and regulatory agencies.

Architect Job Responsibilities

• Architects create designs for new construction projects, alterations and redevelopments.
• They use their specialist construction knowledge and high-level drawing skills to design buildings that are functional, safe, sustainable and aesthetically pleasing.

Job Duties

• Creating building designs and highly detailed drawings both by hand and by using specialist computer-aided design (CAD) applications
• Liaising with construction professionals about the feasibility of potential projects
• Working around constraining factors such as town planning legislation, environmental impact and project budget
• Working closely with a team of other professionals such as building service engineers, construction managers, quantity surveyors and architectural technologists
• Applying for planning permission and advice from governmental new build and legal departments
• Writing and presenting reports, proposals, applications and contracts
• Specifying the requirements for the project
• Adapting plans according to circumstances and resolving any problems that may arise during construction
• Playing a part in project and team management

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Architecture. 3 to 5 years’ experience.
• Basic hand drawing and physical model building skills.
• Proficiency in Design, Problem Solving, Sustainable Design and emerging computer technologies.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Sketch Up graphic software preferred.
• Basic knowledge of architectural building systems.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines.