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Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
AtkinsRéalis is a globally recognised design, engineering, and project management consultancy, delivering innovative solutions across a wide range of sectors including healthcare, education, defence, energy, commercial, residential, and public infrastructure. Our multidisciplinary teams combine technical excellence with a commitment to creating sustainable, high-quality environments that improve lives and support thriving communities.
Our Newcastle studio is a collaborative and growing team of architects, architectural technologists, and designers working on diverse projects across both public and private sectors. As part of a supportive and inclusive culture, team members are encouraged to contribute ideas, expand their expertise, and benefit from the resources and opportunities available through AtkinsRéalis' extensive UK and international network.
This is an exciting opportunity for an Architectural Assistant Part 2 to join a dynamic team and contribute to projects from concept design through to technical delivery. The role offers valuable hands-on experience within multidisciplinary project teams while supporting continued professional development towards Part 3 qualification and registration as an Architect.
Support the development of architectural designs from concept through to detailed design.
Prepare drawings, reports, presentations and technical information.
Develop and coordinate BIM models using Autodesk Revit.
Assist with planning applications, design reports and presentation material.
Undertake design research, site analysis and feasibility studies.
Coordinate with engineers, consultants, contractors and other project stakeholders.
Support project delivery in accordance with programme, quality and budget requirements.
Participate in design reviews and multidisciplinary coordination meetings.
Contribute to sustainability and Net Zero design objectives.
Assist senior team members with project administration and technical coordination.
Support studio initiatives and contribute positively to the development of the Newcastle team.
RIBA Part 2 qualification or nearing completion.
Strong design, presentation and communication skills.
Proficiency in Autodesk Revit.
Good understanding of the UK architectural design process.
Ability to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
Enthusiastic, proactive and willing to learn.
Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach.
Desirable requirements
Experience working within an architectural practice.
Knowledge of UK Building Regulations and technical design.
Experience could include healthcare, education, commercial or public sector projects.
Understanding of BIM processes and digital delivery.
Experience with visualisation software such as Enscape, Twinmotion or Adobe Creative Suite.
Interest in sustainable and low-carbon design.
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.
Rewards and benefits – Careers at AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Security clearance
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.
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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
