Average Design Assistant salary in London

My client:My client is a leading UK architectural firm known for innovative and sustainable design. Their projects span education, residential, commercial, cultural, and infrastructure sectors.The firm is recognized for its collaborative approach and commitment to sustainability, integrating eco-friendly practices and materials into their designs. Their office culture is inclusive and vibrant, earning accolades such as The Sunday Times’ Best 100 Companies to Work For. Renowned for blending contemporary design with historical context, my client continues to impact the built environment positively.Role Overview:The role will entail working directly with the Partner, Sustainability Lead and other Sustainability Team members. While the team works across a range of projects and sustainability scopes, this role will primarily focus on producing Embodied and Whole Life Carbon analysis (WLCA). They carry out these tasks using OneClick LCA and are also developing their in-house Whole Life Carbon measurement and design tool VERT. Their aim is always to integrate the data analysis into the design process driving carbon emission reductions rather than for a measurement or reporting exercise itself. They are also seeing huge interest in emerging innovative materials, which they research and document on behalf of the practice, with close links across architectural and interior design studios. They carry out WLCA work across a range of sectors and project types including workplace, education, infrastructure, residential, civic and culture.In addition to focussing on WLCA the successful candidate will be exposed to the range of work the team undertakes including early stage passive design analysis and have the opportunity to get involved in project design reviews, winning new work, training the wider office and potentially external advocacy. The Sustainability Team sits within the Specialist Design Studio so the team benefits from cross fertilisation from a range of other specialists including technical, delivery, BIM and digital design.Responsibilities will include: Carry out Embodied and Whole Life Carbon analysis on a range of projects at regular intervalsProvision of evidence for BREEAM Mat 01 credits alongside full WLCASupport the continuing development, adoption and integration of WLCA into the practiceLead the identification of carbon emission reduction potential within each project where WLCA is carried out and assist in delivering thisSupport the practice in fulfilling their RIBA 2030 Climate Challenge obligationsMaintain the drive to procure and deliver next zero carbon projectsSupport the drive for passive design and fabric first approachesCarry out sustainable design reviews at key project stagesProvide advice for material specification based on responsible procurement processes, embodied carbon, waste reduction and Circular Economy principlesAssist with CPD programme in line with RIBA curriculumAssist in research, where applicable Requirements: Evidence of producing Embodied and Whole Life Carbon analysis and reports aligned with the RICS WLCA Methodology using OneClick LCA and other toolsKnowledge of current WLCA standards and approaches2-3 years experience of working in an autonomous sustainability role within a design practice or consultancyMasters level degree in environmental design or equivalentArchitectural training preferred but not essentialAn understanding of design and the RIBA work stagesHighly self-motivated with ability to motivate teamsExcellent communication skills and fluency in written and spoken EnglishProfessional attitude when dealing with internal and external teamsHands on approach with the confidence to provide creative inputBe adaptable in a fluid design environmentBe committed to continuous development and sharing of knowledgeExcellent organisationproblem solving and time management skillsEvidence of graphic skillsAbility to research and maintain updated technical skillsA familiarity with BREEAM and Passivhaus designKnowledge of key thermal modelling and environmental analysis packages not essential but beneficial2-4 Years experience in a similar role Evidence of producing Embodied and Whole Life Carbon analysis and reportsOneClick LCA

A multi-disciplinary Construction Consultancy are looking to hire a Junior Principal Designer / CDM Advisor for their London office. This company is a medium sized business, with a sociable work culture. This Consultancy has a very high employee retention rate, they offer a workload that is entertaining but does not overload you, allowing you to develop your skills as you enjoy your work. This opportunity comes with direct line into a Principal Design role. Principal Designer The Principal Designer / CDM Advisor will be assiting with a varied potfolio of projects over an interesting range of sectors. Carrying out site inspections and supporting with Design meetings/writing, they will be developing their core knowledge of CDM 2015 as their career also develops. Principal Designer requirements 1 year CDM experienceNEBOSH Construction or FireIOSHH Membership APS Membership (prefferable) What will you get in return? Up to £47,250BonusCar AllowanceExpenses26 days annual leave + Bank HolidaysLaptopHealthcareGym Membership If you are Principal Designer or CDM Advisor, looking to progress within the world of Construction Design Management, then please contact me. Reference #GC18387 CDM / Principal Designer / Construction / NEBOSH / IOSH / Tech IOSH / Health and Safety / Building Control / CertIOSH / GradIOSH / CMIOSH / APS / IMaPS / AaPS / CMaPS / CDM Consultant / CDM Advisor / H&S / Design Safety / Architecture / MIIRSM

** Assistant Design Manager - Construction ** IMMEDIATE START & INTERVIEWS Salary £50k + Great Benefits This will be a site-based role in Pimlico, London with ad-hoc travel to hub office based in Uxbridge. We are seeking an experienced Design Manager to support the design team out of Uxbridge. The role is predominately site based however during Tenders the ability to travel to the Uxbridge office on occasion will be required.Key Duties: To manage the whole process of designing the solution(s) for projects to meet or exceed customers' requirements and framework deliverablesTo recognise Contractual, Financial, Technical and Operational RisksTo support the fulfilment of the pipeline of contracts Safely, On Time, and to the required QualityLead the Appointment of Design and associated Consultants, ensuring a Contractual Requirements are capturedReview and appraise fee proposals from the Consultants.Manage & monitor performance of Consultants encouraging a "Collaborative" approach to deliver robust, co-ordinated designs on time and to budgetLead the KPI assessment of each and the production of progress Reports as requiredSupport and manage the development of CDP Packages to ensure compliance and that they are fully co-ordinateAssess the Consultants in line with CDM 2015 requirements and ensure all obligations are met. Designs should fully consider Health, Safety and Buildability.To manage and take ownership of all Design Processes and information flow on Design and Build and heavily CDP contracts to meet the Employer's Requirements, Contractors Proposals and Contract Conditions Requirements: New build and refurbishment experience in: Commercial and ResidentialManaging Designers and other ConsultantsProven ability of delivering design for projects on time, to budget quality standards with high customer satisfaction results. Experienced in analysing problems and delivering solutions.Computer literate and Commercially astute.Good time management with ability to multi-taskAbility to make decisions within authority and able to lead and work as a team member.Strives for continuous improvement for the benefit of the company with drive to achieve customer satisfaction.Construction/Design related HNC/HND/DegreeMember of Professional Body CIOB/RIBA/RICS Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment. Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.