Graduate Architect

Perit William Lewis in Malta is looking to recruit a Graduate Architect to join their team on a full-time basis.

Job Role:
Create designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments. Use specialist construction knowledge and high-level drawing skills to design buildings that are functional, safe, sustainable, and aesthetically pleasing. Tasked with providing end-to-end tendering and technical support during project lifecycles. 

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Research, program, plan, design, and administer projects for clients, applying knowledge of architectural design, construction detailing, construction procedures, zoning and building codes, and building materials and systems.
• Assist in the preparation of feasibility, planning, valuations, and other documentation, as required, including contributing to the preparation of proposal submissions.
• Perform and/or direct material and building system research and participate in the coordination and preparation of project specifications. 
• Provide technical input as required, prepare reports of a technical nature for submission to the appropriate authorities/clients, and carry out follow-up actions.
• Conduct desktop and field research, and prepare estimates of works and Bills of Quantities.
• Prepare architectural detailing.  Make sure the right materials are used for each project, whether it is a new build, conversion, or renovation.
• Formulate work plans and recommend work prioritization. Co-operate with and advise the client and the relevant contractors on technical matters and time frames.
• Assist site construction team and contractors by advising on architectural issues and responding to queries throughout the construction stage.
• Evaluate and certify the work is undertaken and the correctness of the amount due and that the work complies with the relevant contract provisions.
• Any other work which may be required in the role of Graduate Architect.

Required Qualifications:

• Accredited and recognized degree in architecture
• Proficiency in the use of AutoCAD, Office Suite, SketchUp, and Photoshop
• Excellent technical and design skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong client engagement skills
• Strong working knowledge of local planning policies and building regulations
• Able to attend site meetings/inspections and minutes/reports as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum one-year post-graduate professional work experience
• A Degree in Conservation is desirable for the Graduate Architect Role
• Revit experience is desirable
• Competent in 3D modeling 
• Charismatic, highly social, creative, and able to work independently
• Strong experience in technical drawing
• Strong experience in site supervision and site inspections.

Working Conditions:

• Modern office working environment
• Regular site visits
• Some works are carried out at third-party premises
• Exposure to a wide range of projects
• Will involve working outdoors and at a height
• Competitive base salary and accompanying benefits
• Training and progression opportunities
• Be part of a supportive and dynamic team culture
• The nature of work may require an occasional presence on weekends and holidays.