“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 and offering hybrid working, we are looking to recruit a personable, bright and ambitious Part II Architectural Assistant (Part I also considered) with strong 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.    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 or 2 qualifications (a minimum of 2 years UK office experience preferable for Part 2 qualified Architectural Assistant
• Competent use of AutoCAD/Revit/InDesign/SketchUp/Photoshop
• Proven experience in a Design Office
• Construction technical knowledge/awareness depending on experience  
• Experience in 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, forward-thinking consultancy
• Up to 38 days annual leave including bank holidays
• 3-5% Contributory pension scheme & four times salary life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Excellent fully funded training programme
• Family friendly benefits
• Fun social & team building events organised & paid for by the company
• Long service reward scheme

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 www.mdysoncareers.co.uk to upload a CV & covering letter along with details of your current and anticipated remuneration package.  NO AGENCIES PLEASE