"Our staff are our most valuable asset"
About us
Michael Dyson Associates Ltd, is an established, successful and prominent multi-disciplinary construction consultancy providing a comprehensive range of professional services to the social housing sector. Established in 1980 we have four decades of wide-ranging experience working with clients throughout the UK.
The Role
Based at our modern Head Office in Huddersfield this is a 12-month fixed term position for a Part I Architectural Assistant with conceptual design and presentation skills combined with excellent organisational and technical ability.
Working in a fast-paced, dynamic Design Team, made up of Architects and Technologists of varying experience from university graduates to more seasoned & fully qualified professionals that work on multiple projects at any one time you will work on varied projects across the UK from new builds to high refurbishments offering experience in each of the RIBA stages.
The close-knit team dynamics mean you will work closely with senior team members who will provide technical support and knowledge to assist your career progression as part of your year out in practice. You will also have the opportunity to develop skills on a range of software packages i.e Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, In Design, Photoshop, etc.
You will enjoy a varied workload including:
- Scheme designs from inception (RIBA stage 1 to 6)
- Detailed scheme designs for planning applications
- Producing working drawings/specifications
- Production of Planning, Building Control and Construction Issue Drawings
- Attending site and liaising with clients and contractors
Ideal Candidate:
- RIBA Part 1 qualification
- Competent use of AutoCAD/Revit/InDesign/SketchUp/Photoshop
- Experience in a Design Office would be an advantage
- Construction technical knowledge/awareness depending on experience
- Knowledge of Building and Planning regulations/procedures
- Creative design flair
- Good interpersonal, communication and written articulation skills
- A team player with the determination to drive projects forward
Why join us?
- Be part of a modern, growing, forward-thinking consultancy
- Up to 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Hybrid working environment
- 9-day fortnight rota option for flexible work/life balance opportunities
- Bonus schemes
- 3-5% Contributory pension scheme & four times salary life assurance
- Regular performance and salary reviews to ensure our people progress in their careers
- Payment of Professional Institute training/examination fees/ subscription fees
- Excellent fully funded training programme with regular in-house CPD events to support career development
- Fun social & team building events organised & paid for by the company
We actively encourage and fully support, both financially & professionally, continued professional development; priding ourselves on fully supporting our employees in achieving their career goals and ambitions.
Michael Dyson Associates Ltd is committed to equal opportunity and diversity and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
How to apply:
Apply via our website to upload a CV & covering letter along with details of your current and anticipated remuneration package. NO AGENCIES PLEASE