Overview

ABOUT US:

GBOLADE DESIGN STUDIO is an award-winning Architecture Practice & Sustainability Consultancy that specialises in residential and mixed-use developments for public and private sector clients in urban and suburban settings, through design & insight-led place-making. We are a small team and any successful candidate will need to demonstrate proactivity.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are currently looking to engage an Experienced Architect to join our small and dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have excellent design skills and construction knowledge with a strong focus on sustainable design (or a willingness to develop expert knowledge in this).

The successful Architect will take a leading role in delivering projects with excellence in design and sustainability. GDS have a strong varied portfolio: from mixed-use masterplans, to residential developments, place-shaping schemes to Sustainability / Design Code Guidance. The Architect will therefore need to be a good all-rounder: in both design and delivery stages of architectural design. The candidate will also contribute to project bid work; as well as supporting members of the design team with on-going schemes and internal GDS Design Guidance. Alongside traditional architecture, successful candidates will be expected to be involved in practice-life; from exciting opportunities such as curating our own exhibitions to being involved in wider industry events that the practice is committed to.

ABOUT HOW WE WORK:

This is a full-time position working Monday to Friday 9am -5:30pm (Mondays start with a team meeting at 8:30am, online).

We adopt a flexible working approach: Currently we work from our office in London (Waterloo) 3-days a week alongside the wider team.

We enjoy collaborating with industry colleagues / practices, and are always open to exploring new markets /opportunities. The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to be involved in the future growth of the business.

Responsibilities

• Design concepts and research (RIBA Stage 1-3); taking the lead on concept-driven projects, which will involve sketch/concept designs, preparation of explanatory diagrams
• Development and production of planning application proposals and associated Design and Access Statement documents
• Leading on the design, delivery, coordination, and administration of the ongoing RIBA Stage 4-6 Plan of Work Stages along with preparation of low-carbon construction details and on-site Contract Administration duties
• Leading and contributing to GDS-specific R&D, design codes and project standardisation templates

The Successful Candidate Will

• Be a ARB Registered Architect (if successful to interview stage, you will be required to provide evidence of your certification)
• Have worked Experience across all RIBA Stages 0-7
• Have 5+ years UK work experience post Part 3
• Have a minimum of 3 years on-site experience
• Have led projects from commencement to completion
• Have managed project consultant teams including Structural / MEPH / specialist consultants
• Possess excellent job-running and site experience at all RIBA stages
• Possess excellent/in-depth technical knowledge

Requisite Skills and Qualities

• Experienced Use and Proficiency in ArchiCAD (BIM authoring software) (at least 5years recent ArchiCAD use)
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
• Able to enthusiastically present ideas as they emerge to clients, collaborators, and non-professionals
• Curious in acquiring new digital & AI skills and implementation of digital applications within the studio
• A portfolio that demonstrates enthusiasm for furthering your knowledge beyond the workplace
• Enjoy working both in a team environment and independent, taking ownership of the tasks
• High standard of visual communication and presenting ideas
• Have an interest in technical detailing and materiality
• Visual presentation know-how and ability
• A professional attitude to time management and delivery

Location

Part office: Build Studios, Waterloo, London

Part Work from Home

Contract Rate

Full Time competitive rate commensurate with seniority and experience.

Starting Date

Negotiable with successful candidate situation

Submission

We ask that you submit your CV and Portfolio (no more than 10Mb), both in PDF format, to design@gdstudio.co.uk with the Job Post Title and your name in the subject of your email. Please note submissions with no demonstrable ArchiCAD experience will not be considered for a Round 1 discussion.

Interview Process

Round 1- Initial Informal 15min online discussion

Round 2 - Formal Interview

Round 3 - 1/2 Day Paid Office Trial

EXPERIENCED ARCHITECT (FULL TIME ROLE)

Further information about the practice can be found at the company website.