Architectural Jobs at ACA

Are you interested in working with us?

Due to continued growth, ACA regularly list architecture jobs in our Dunfermline and Swindon offices. On this page, you can find the current vacancies, however if you don’t see your perfect job listed and think that you are ideally suited, then send in a CV!

Since 2009, Allan Corfield Architects Limited has been steadily growing in size and ambition. Having started out as a one-man band supplying designs for home extensions, ACA is now a team of 16 – specialising in the growing Custom & Self Build sector. To date we have completed over 450 projects across the length of the UK.

Based in Fife and Swindon, our gifted team is led by Architect and self-build expert Allan Corfield. As well as running ACA, Allan also speaks and writes for the Homebuilding & Renovating Magazine – delivering talks across the UK on low energy homes.

ACA work predominately on residential projects; including small extensions, one-off homes and large housing developments. ACA provide Architecture, Energy Assessment and now Structural Engineering services on all of our low energy eco homes.

These are built around the Fabric first approach, utilising modern methods of construction such as Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs), Timber Frame and Insulating Concrete Formwork (ICF).

ACA utilise 3D BIM software ArchiCAD throughout the design process and have 2 Virtual Reality studios, where our clients (and team) can design and visualise the future project in an immersive 3D environment.

ACA have been shortlisted for numerous awards, including best architect, best eco home and one of our homes was awarded Best SIPS Home at the BuildIt Awards 2018. In addition, several of our projects have featured in the Homebuilding & Renovating magazine and on a number of well-known television programmes.

Why work with ACA?

We actively invest in our people and their development, supporting their passion and expertise in architecture. Our collaborative culture allows them to exchange their experience and express their creativity.

We are a very friendly group, we support each other and we care about the wellbeing of our colleagues. We are focused and hard working, but equally enjoy a relaxed working environment with regular social events, such as Domino Pizza Fridays and staff nights out.

We specialise in designing low energy homes, which means that sustainability is at the core of our practice. We design homes around the fabric first approach utilising modern methods of construction, often meeting the strictest and most challenging Passivhaus standard.

Our design led approach allows our people to express their creativity whilst pursuing our clients’ dreams.

Due to continued growth, we regularly look for various architecture professionals to join our team. You will have the opportunity to work remotely and in our offices in Dunfermline and Swindon. See the current architecture jobs we offer below:

What our people say?

Iga Panczyna
Senior Architect

‘We have a great support from the director and colleagues and a happy office environment, which help us be more productive and achieve the results that exceed our client’s expectations.’

Constantina Antoniadou
Architectural Assistant

‘Working in a small office makes you feel like you’re part of the projects happening. It speeds up learning, especially for young professionals like me, and it definitely helps that everyone is very friendly.’

CURRENT VACANCIES

ARCHITECT –
ALLAN CORFIELD ARCHITECTS

Full Time
Immediate Start
Location: Remote & Dunfermline

Allan Corfield Architects are seeking talented and enthusiastic Qualified Architect, who has a passion for low energy residential projects.

Due to continued growth, we are looking for a talented and imaginative Architect, to join our team. You will have the opportunity to work remotely and in our Dunfermline office.

This is a unique opportunity for a hard working individual, who is used to a faster than average pace of working. Read more on the RIAS website.

Roles & Responsibilities

You will work on all aspects of the project from initial design through to site supervision.
You will work in ArchiCAD and VR to help our clients visualise their future homes.
Reporting to Associates and Senior Architects.
You will be enthusiastic, well organised, and disciplined – willing to put the work and hours in to meet our clients’ expectations.

Skills & Experience

You will have at least 3+ years UK experience, since completing your Part 3 qualifications.
Strong ArchiCAD or equivalent skills in 3D BIM software package.
Strong Photoshop or other visual drafting skills.
Experience or interest in the design of Fabric First or Passive House homes.

Benefits

£30,000 – £36,000 depending on experience.
30 day holiday allocation, including public holidays.
Company pension contribution.
Flexible working hours and location.
Ongoing and thorough training opportunities to develop expertise and increase confidence.

Location

Part remote (working from home) and part working from our Dunfermline office.

Apply

To apply please email your CV and examples of your work to allan@acarchitects.biz.

PT 1 & PT 2 ARCHITECTURAL ASSISTANT –
ALLAN CORFIELD ARCHITECTS

Full Time
Immediate Start
Location: Remote & Dunfermline

Due to continued growth, we are looking for talented and imaginative Part 1 and Part 2 Architectural Assistants, to join our team. You will have the opportunity to work remotely and in our Dunfermline office.

This is a unique opportunity for hard working graduates, who are used to a faster than average pace to get a dream job and experience. Read more on the RIAS website.

Roles & Responsibilities
• We will continue to grow your knowledge and add much needed practical experience, through all RIBA stages.
• However, you will mostly utilise ArchiCAD (and Twinmotion) and assist our Architects in creating stunning new homes.
• Reporting to Associates and Senior Architects.
• You will be enthusiastic, well organised, and disciplined – willing to put the work and hours in which are required at this stage of your career.

Skills & Experience
• You will have enjoyed and excelled at university and be almost complete or already graduated in a relevant Architecture Course.
• Ideally you will have had some practical experience already.
• Strong ArchiCAD or equivalent skills in 3D BIM software package.
• Strong Photoshop or other visual drafting skills.
• Experience or interest in the design of Fabric First or Passive House homes.

Benefits
• £18,000 – £25,000 depending on role/experience.
• 30 day holiday allocation, including public holidays.
• Company pension contribution.
• Flexible working hours and location.
• Ongoing and thorough training opportunities to develop expertise and increase confidence.
• We will cover training and Part 3 examination costs (ARB registration and professional body fees), you will agree to a min of 24 month contract post examination.

Location
• Part remote (working from home) and part working from our Dunfermline office.

Apply
To apply please email your CV and examples of your work to allan@acarchitects.biz .

PT 1 & PT 2 ARCHITECTURAL ASSISTANT –
ALLAN CORFIELD ARCHITECTS

Full Time
Immediate Start
Location: Swindon

Allan Corfield Architects are seeking talented and enthusiastic Part 1 & 2 Architectural Assistants, based near Swindon, who have a passion for low energy residential projects.

Due to continued growth, we are looking for talented and imaginative Part 1 and Part 2 Architectural Assistants, to join our team. You will split your time between working from home and from our stand at the National Self Build & Renovation Centre in Swindon.

This is a unique opportunity for hard working graduates, who are used to a faster than average pace to get a dream job and experience. Read more on the RIBA website.

Roles & Responsibilities

We will continue to grow your knowledge and add much needed practical experience, through all RIBA stages.
However, you will mostly utilise ArchiCAD (and Twinmotion) and assist our Architects in creating stunning new homes.
Reporting to Associates and Senior Architects.
You will be enthusiastic, well organised, and disciplined – willing to put the work and hours in which are required at this stage of your career.

Skills & Experience

You will have enjoyed and excelled at university and be almost complete or already graduated in a relevant Architecture Course.
Ideally you will have had some practical experience already.
Strong ArchiCAD or equivalent skills in 3D BIM software package.
Strong Photoshop or other visual drafting skills.
Experience or interest in the design of Fabric First or Passive House homes.

Benefits

£22,000 – £28,000 depending on role/experience.
30 day holiday allocation, including public holidays.
Company pension contribution.
Flexible working hours and location.
Ongoing and thorough training opportunities to develop expertise and increase confidence.
We will cover training and Part 3 examination costs (ARB registration and professional body fees), you will agree to a min of 24 month contract post examination.

Location

Part remote (working from home) and part working from our base in Swindon.

Apply

To apply please email your CV and examples of your work to allan@acarchitects.biz.

SENIOR TECHNOLOGIST –
ALLAN CORFIELD ARCHITECTS

Full Time
Immediate Start
Location: Swindon

Allan Corfield Architects are seeking an experienced Technologist, based near Swindon, who has a passion for low energy residential projects.

Due to continued growth, we are looking for a talented and thorough senior technologist to join our team. You will split your time between working from home and from our stand at the National Self Build & Renovation Centre in Swindon.

This is a unique opportunity for a diligent technologist, who is used to a faster than average pace and has the ability to lead on multiple tasks and projects. Read more on the RIBA website.

Roles & Responsibilities

Focusing on the technical design stages (RIBA 4 and 5), utilising ArchiCAD and working as part of the wider design team.
Reporting to Associates and Senior Architects.
The ability to manage other team members and schedule project workloads.
You will be confident in holding client and site meetings.

Skills & Experience

A minimum of 3 years UK based working experience.
CIAT registered or a minimum of 7 years’ experience.
Strong knowledge of Buildings Regulations and Technical Building Design.
Ability to conceive construction details and follow through with a high standard of quality and accuracy.
Ability to coordinate external consultants’ information.
Must have experience in residential and/or commercial sector projects at RIBA stages 4 and 5.
Strong ArchiCAD or equivalent skills in 3D BIM software package.
Experience in the design of Fabric First or Passive House homes.

Benefits

£30,000 – £38,000 depending on experience.
30 day holiday allocation, including public holidays.
3% Company pension contribution.
Flexible working hours and location.
Ongoing and thorough training opportunities to develop expertise and increase confidence.

Location