Western Design Architects are one of the South West’s most successful and established design led architectural practices.  As a result of our continued success, we are seeking highly motivated and skilled people to join our award-winning RIBA Chartered team in Dorset to work on exciting projects across the residential, commercial and educational sector across the southern counties of the UK.

The practice is also an RIBA Registered Conservation Practice.  We are a versatile practice designing in both contemporary and traditional styles and are looking to appoint a Part 1 or Part 2 Architectural Assistant/Designer.

To work as a Part 1 or Part 2 Architectural Designer:

• You must be qualified to degree level in Architecture
• You should also be able to demonstrate a keen interest and passion for architectural design which will be supported by a portfolio of work
• Ideally you will have strong working knowledge of AutoCad, SketchUp, Photoshop and ideally Revit. Knowledge of Lumion would be an advantage
• You will have an understanding of UK building regulations/ producing and submitting planning applications
• Possess strong design flair and have strong communication skills
• Local knowledge an advantage
• Driving licence and own transport are essential

The candidate should be friendly and efficient at work whilst being able to work independently and as part of a team. In return you will receive;

• a competitive salary
• pension
• performance bonus scheme
• training and professional mentoring
• paid holiday
• office parking
• social events
• and being based in rural Dorset, access to open countryside for lunchtime walks.

To apply, please send a covering letter, CV and Portfolio by email to recruitment@westerndesign.co.uk