Architectural Assistant

Company description:

We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

Job description:

The role

Newcastle University Estates & Facilities is looking for a talented and enthusiastic part 1 architectural graduate for a 12-month placement starting in September 2024.

With a number of exciting projects underway including residential developments, new academic developments, improvements to existing buildings and landscaping the campus, this is a unique position which will give you invaluable project experience. This is an opportunity to experience all aspects of estate management from the initial design of a building to ongoing maintenance to redeveloping listed buildings, with the chance to work with clients from a variety of backgrounds with a wide range of needs and priorities.

To succeed in this role you will need to be well organised and self-motivated, with excellent verbal and written communication skills and have the capacity to learn different roles such as Designer, Contract Administrator, Quantity Surveyor and Project Manager.

The post holder will work within a multi-disciplinary estates team, under the guidance of architects, planners and building surveyors, and contribute towards the planning, design and procurement of building and landscaping projects undertaken by Estates & Facilities. These projects will include working with existing buildings and new construction projects with a focus on achieving the University's aspirations for growth and improving the experience of staff, students and the public when visiting campus.

The post holder will work across the Estates & Facilities department and will be involved with all aspects of the service including property, planning, major and minor building projects, and maintenance issues.

These operations take place within the University estate that consists of approximately 225,000 square metres of academic, research and support space. Numerous listed buildings and buildings of architectural significance.220 buildings, of which 50 are major research and academic buildings.2 Farms. Residential accommodation with more than 4500 beds.

To apply for this position please upload your CV and ensure you attach a copy of your portfolio.

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