Architectural Assistant

Company: ALCEA CONSULTANCY LIMITED
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Location: Bedford
Job Description:

Architectural Assistant BedfordCompetitive salary + excellent benefits

I am seeking a Architectural Assistantto join a growing Residential Architecture team in Bedford.

The Role

The successful Architectural Assistant will be part of the successful and well-established residential team helping to deliver residential developments from inception to planning determination by carrying out the following:

  • Assisting on various residential projects around the UK, from small-scale schemes for private developers to large-scale master planning projects for national housebuilders.
  • Working within an enthusiastic team where creativity and collaboration is encouraged, assisting on the design and drafting of planning drawings and documentation.
  • This is a great opportunity for a keen individual to flourish in a design led environment and play a significant role in contributing to the residential architecture team

Key Responsibilities

  • Drafting planning drawings as required, specifically house types and multi-unit planning layouts generally up to planning application stage
  • Using AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop and other software to produce drawings/plans
  • Promote good working practices through creative thinking, communication and collaboration with all parties
  • Hand sketching to communicate design ideas and scheme proposals
  • Assist with producing Design and Access Statements and other supporting documentation relevant to planning applications
  • Support an ambitious team who is well recongised in the residential architecture industry

About You

  • 2+ years experience within the residential sector
  • Relevant degree level educated (architecture, urban design etc) desirable
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft Office Software.
  • Experience with SketchUp and 3D rendering packages, such as V-Ray is desirable although some training can be provided;
  • Design orientated, good hand drawings skills preferable;
  • Energetic, enthusiastic and communicative person who works well as part of a team but can also progress works independently as required;
  • Punctual, reliable and articulate individual.
  • Working well as part of a team as well as individual creative thinking.
  • Confident, personable and proactive.
  • Strong communication with a high standard of written and spoken English

Benefits

  • Competitive salary package
  • Flexible working options
  • Pension scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Private healthcare
  • Travel insurance cover after three years
  • Release days for education/CPD
  • Bonus birthday day off
  • Option to Buy/Sell annual leave

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Architectural Assistantto take the next step in their career and work on a diverse range of projects across the UK

Alcea Consultancy Limited are acting as an employment business/agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Posted: July 1st, 2026