CAREERS
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The site provides you with the information on our current vacancies in the UK.
We are always looking for exceptional people to join our innovative and modern approach team.
Vacancies 2025
Job title: Architect
Reporting to: Partner of the current project on a day to day basis and ultimately to the Senior Architect
Responsibilities
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To understand the design project
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To prepare, and develop where required, drawings, models, images and other documents relating to the design
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To assist where required in the coordination of the internal design team
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To take responsibility, where required by the project leader, for specific areas of the design and project development
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To liaise, where appropriate, with members of the external design team and other associated organisations or companies
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To seek, and record evidence of, continuing professional development (CPD) and an annual Personal Development Plan (PDP) in accordance with the requirements of the RIBA (or equivalent as applicable e.g. AIA)
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Thorough knowledge of and compliance with qR Architects procedures and standards
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To contribute, or otherwise assist, as required
Qualities & skills required Essential
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Able to demonstrate ability to undertake the above responsibilities
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Legally able to work in the country in which the position is based
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Ability to understand and formulate design decisions and present for discussion
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Ability to use a variety of media in the development and documentation of a design project
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Ability to take initiative in response to direction or instruction
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Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines efficiently
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A flexible and open attitude towards new ways of working and commitment to independent, lifelong learning
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Excellent organisational skills
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Able to manage sensitive and sometimes confidential information
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Self-motivated and able to take responsibility
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Able to demonstrate initiative and a proactive approach to daily tasks
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Good interpersonal skills and able to work independently and as part of an effective team
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Flexible attitude
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Able to build good relationships at all levels, internally and externally
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Resilient to cope with conflicting demands, able to prioritise duties and work effectively under pressure while remaining calm and professional at all times
Desirable
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Understanding of the architect's role in the coordination and integration of project information and management
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Ability to assist with the management of junior assistant architects on the team
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Understanding of financial aspects of running a design project on time and on budget
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Ability to use some of the following: Autocad, PhotoShop, Internet Safari, Pages, Numbers, Keynote
Speculative Application for qR Architects please email to: sofia@qRArchitects.co.uk
Job title: Structural Engineer
Reporting to: Project Leader of the current project on a day to day basis and ultimately to the Senior Architect
Responsibilities
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To understand the design project
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To prepare, and develop where required, calculations, analysis, drawings, diagrams, models and other documents relating to the design
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To assist where required in the coordination of the internal design team
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To take responsibility, where required by the project leader, for specific areas of the design and project development
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To liaise, where appropriate, with members of the external design team and other associated organisations or companies
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To seek, and record evidence of, continuing professional development (CPD) in accordance with the requirements of the relevant professional Institution
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To have thorough knowledge of and compliance with qR Architects procedures and standards
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To contribute, or otherwise assist, as required by the Project Leader or Senior Architect, or nominated Engineer.
Qualities & skills required Essential
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Legally able to work in the country in which the position is based
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Strong technical engineering skills
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Previous experience working in an engineering practice
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Ability to understand and formulate design decisions and present for discussion
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Ability to use a variety of media in the development and documentation of a design project
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Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team
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Ability to take initiative in response to direction or instruction
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Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines efficiently
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A flexible and open attitude towards new ways of working and commitment to independent, lifelong learning
Desirable
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Understanding of the engineer’s role in the coordination and integration of project information and management Structural Engineer
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Ability to assist with the management of junior graduate engineers on the team
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Understanding of financial aspects of running a design project on time and on budget
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Ability to use some of the following: GSA, ETABS, SAFE, Autocad, Internet Safari, Pages, Numbers, Keynote
Speculative Application for qR Architects please email to: sofia@qRArchitects.co.uk
The above descriptions reflect the core activities of the role but are not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties within the group/department may be required in addition to changes in the emphasis of duties as required from time to time. There is a requirement for the post holder to recognise this and adopt a flexible approach to work. Job descriptions will be reviewed regularly and where necessary revised in accordance with organisational needs. Any major changes will be discussed with the post holder.