Architect | Transition By Design | Oxford
With experience in low carbon retrofit and Passivhaus design
Opportunity for a qualified Architect (ARB registered) or highly capable and experienced Architectural Assistant in a unique Architecture Co-operative, based in Oxford
Position: Architect (ARB)
Hours: 30-37.5 hours per week (4-5 days)
Salary: £32,500 - £39,000 pro rata (subject to experience)
Contract: Permanent
Opens: Thursday 7th July 2022
Closes: Sunday 31st July 2022
Interviews: 8th-9th August 2022
Start date: from Monday 5th September 2022
Transition by Design (T/D) is an Oxford-based architecture practice, workers’ co-operative and community interest company (CIC) founded in 2011. We offer varied expertise from community-led housing to Passivhaus design, urban design and participatory design.
Our work is motivated by the belief that collaboration combined with good design can solve complex problems and improve the world we live in. As an interdisciplinary co-operative we have access to a range of skillsets that can unlock solutions to complex problems. We’re passionate about using these skills to make the world a better place by design.
Project Architect
Transition by Design (T/D) is recruiting for a qualified Architect (registered with the ARB) to join its studio in Oxford. We are seeking an individual who has:
ARB registered, or highly experienced and capable Part 2 or Part 3 candidate
High level of competency and experience (2 years minimum experience running your own projects and 5 years professional practice, ideally in residential, new-build and retrofit)
Ideally a certified Passivhaus designer and/or PAS2035
Highly experienced with ArchiCAD and representation software
Technical knowledge of low energy and ecological design and able to produce planning, tender and construction drawing packages
High level of proficiency in using Adobe Creative Suite and Indesign specifically
Strong drawing and representational skills
Person Specification
You will be a creative and progressive individual who is committed to challenging the role of the architect in society and building on our experience of ecological design and beautiful architecture. Experience in architectural practice would be an advantage along with a commitment to citizen-led development, affordable housing, and social enterprise.
You will have excellent communication and graphic design skills, and a willingness to engage with co-operative forms of governance. Most importantly, you will demonstrate a commitment to the mission and values of Transition by Design. Can engage with clients, project stakeholders and colleagues with a confident, professional and friendly attitude.
You will be proficient at using ArchiCAD, Sketchup and the Adobe Creative Suite and will be quick to adapt to using new forms of software and remote working tools.
You will be able to work in our studio in Oxford at least 1day per week and attend regular site meetings in and around Oxfordshire.
How to Apply
Download the Architects Job Pack. This is a PDF document which explains everything you need to know about the role as well as links to the application form and equalities form.
Apply via the survey link for the application form, including a link to your digital portfolio. Please do not include any names or ways of identifying yourself in your portfolio or we will send your application back to you.
To help us improve our recruitment processes please complete the equalities form (optional).
If you have trouble using the survey then email recruitment@transitionbydesign.org
In your covering letter, please state your availability between the 8th and 9th August 2022 to attend an interview.
The deadline for applications is Sunday 31st July 2022 midnight.
Application form and job pack
The above equalities form is optional and anonymous. They will not be used during the interview process and the results will be stored on a confidential and secure system which only the HR lead has access to. The gathering of this information helps Transition by Design to maintain a diverse and relevant set of voices and approaches to the built environment.
