Job Description
At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our . Within our consult business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project. The project: This is an exciting opportunity as we are growing our design team within the North of England to service the ‘Consult’ engine across our Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham offices.The role will be based out of our new Leeds office and the successful candidate will work alongside a senior architect and a multi-disciplined design team on the development of feasibility studies under our technical advisors (TA) role for the department for education as well as several key appointments for local authorities. Our multidisciplinary design team sits as part of Mace’s consultancy technical services and includes architects, engineers, urban designers, master planners and interior designers.At Mace, we work diligently to build strong client relationships through open and honest communication, to exceed delivery expectations and to attract and retain the best and brightest people within the industry. We are committed to nurturing a collaborative and client-focused culture that treats every engagement as a new opportunity to deliver better and smarter.We aim to attract the best and brightest people, whatever their background, to bring new perspectives to some of the most complex and inspiring projects around the world. We support our people who are aiming to achieve an academic or professional qualification that will help them develop personally and deliver to the highest standard for our clients. At Mace you can deepen your knowledge, expand your skills and define your own path.Mace offers the ability for staff to work more flexibly, with candidates allowed to work remotely, with the requirement to visit the Leeds office at least 3 times a week and with some site and client visits.The position will be a permanent contract.Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are: Safety first - Going home safe and well Client focus - Deliver on our promise Integrity - Always do the right thing Create opportunity - For our people to excel The successful candidate will be supporting the delivery of feasibility studies at RIBA stages 1-2 and the technical reviews of schemes through later RIBA stages. As such, a key requirement for this role is the willingness to learn as there are a series of technical specifications and processes that are involved in the delivery of this work. Day to day tasks will include the preparation of drawings, schedules, graphics, technical reports and client and design team meetings.You’ll be responsible for: Responsible for delivering delegated elements of the developing design as per contract requirements. Ensures training is kept up to date gaining a clear understanding of statutory and regulatory requirements. Engages with business improvement directives. Provides guidance & coaching to more junior roles. Develops working relationships with (range of) internal stakeholders. Works with team members providing operational delivery of team/regional strategy etc. Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work. You’ll need to have: A positive, proactive, and enthusiastic attitude. Strong communication skills and the ability to work autonomously. Be a team player to work effectively as part of a wider team. Knowledge of UK building regulations. Proficiency using AutoCAD/Revit along with the Adobe Creative Suite. You’ll also have: Some experience in a UK-based architectural practice working on education projects will be advantageous but not necessary. Part 2 (Architectural Masters) architectural qualification or equivalent. To apply for the Architectural Assistant position, please send your CV (no longer than 2 pages) and a sample portfolio (no larger than 5MB in file size or Link to an online website), as well as a covering e-mail, in response to the Mace “Taleo” advertisement.An interview in person at the Leeds office will be the next stage if shortlisted.Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation. We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.#LI-Hybrid