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Operating within the Model Making team, the model making assistant supports the Head of Model Making to produce high quality working models for architectural projects at David Chipperfield Architects, London. They will work closely and collaboratively with each project team from sketch through to final presentation ensuring each model effectively assists the design conversation.
Job Responsibility:
Work independently and as part of a team to produce high quality working models from sketch to final presentation at a range of scales using a variety of techniques and media
Model drawing
translating architectural drawings into model drawings using Archicad and Rhino
Facilitate inductions for new staff joining the studio and refresher training for current staff as needed
Supervise team model production
coaching and advising teams, providing pro-active support and assistance as and when required
General workshop and facilities maintenance support at Little Portland Street (LPS) and Hoxton Square locations
Periodical stock take of tools and materials, ordering and restocking where required to ensure a smooth-running workshop
Daily organisation and maintenance of workshop equipment, machinery and general cleanliness of all workshops and model making areas
Additional ad-hoc responsibilities include making plywood furniture as prototyped to display samples and models where required
Assist with the organisation of the physical model archives
Undertake regular maintenance checks, cleaning and restoration of all models on display at LPS and within our storage facilities
Assisting with the packing, moving and storage of models
Photographs models
Assist with general administration and guideline setting for model making
Actively ensure that staff using the model making workshop comply with our health and safety guidelines
Requirements:
Strong verbal and written communication skills with a proactive and collaborative approach to model making
2+ years of experience working with models
Experienced at using Rhino, ArchiCAD and Adobe suite software, Microsoft Office Suite
Highly organised, approaching any task with a problem-solving mindset
What we offer:
Private health insurance
a cycle-to-work scheme
a cash health plan
employer pension contributions
an employee assistance plan
enhanced maternity and paternity leave
visa assistance for candidates who need to relocate to London
flexible core hours policy
opportunity to work abroad for up to 15 days a year