About this role
Role Overview
We are seeking a talented and highly motivated designer to join our growing studio, focusing on competitions. This role is for a highly creative architect with strong design and 3D skills, who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment and has a passion for producing innovative, high-quality competition work. We want someone who is passionate about design excellence, brings fresh ideas, and contributes positively to the team. Language skills are welcome but not essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop strong architectural concepts and high-quality design proposals for competitions
- Produce high-quality visualisations, 3D models, and presentation material
- Collaborate closely with the Director and design team on concept generation and design refinement
- Carry out site and contextual research to inform design proposals
- Work with internal and external consultants, when required, to support competition deliverables
- Manage time and resources to meet demanding deadlines
- Contribute to internal design reviews and studio-wide creative culture
- Assist with strategic pursuits, bids, and design-led presentations
Skills and Experience Required:
- A degree in Architecture
- 3 to 8 years of post-qualification experience, ideally with a focus on design competitions
- Strong design portfolio demonstrating conceptual clarity, innovation, and high-quality graphic representation
- Strong 3D modelling and visualisation skills (Revit, Rhino, Enscape or similar)
- Strong graphic and presentation skills; proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite is essential
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to thrive under pressure and work on multiple deadlines
- Experience working in a collaborative, design-focused environment
- Knowledge of Irish and European planning and building regulations is advantageous but not essential
Personal Qualities:
- Highly creative, with a strong design instinct
- Positive, enthusiastic and energised by design challenges
- Collaborative, team-focused, and open to feedback
- Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail
- Enthusiastic about design innovation and competitions
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to work on exciting and high-profile competitions
- A design-driven studio with strong mentorship and creative freedom
- Supportive team environment focused on innovation
- Bonus – non-contractual discretionary bonus. (% amount depends on the performance of the company) plus annual bonus voucher
- Pension – matched pension contribution up to 3%
- Annual Leave – 21 days plus Good Friday
- Death in Service & Income Protection
- Opportunities for CPD, training and professional development
- Enhanced Family Leave
- Bike to work scheme
- Sports and social club
Henry J Lyons is an Equal Opportunities employer with a diverse and inclusive workforce.
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