Woolpert is hiring an Architect - London

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking. Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth. Architect / Architectural Designer – Job Description Purpose and objectives of the role An Architect / Architectural Designer acts under supervision regarding architectural methods and complexities and is responsible for the development and design of complex architectural projects. In this position you may act a member of a team supporting the lead architect. This position contributes to the finished packages, specifications, approval of materials/products and development of construction packages. The Architect / Architectural Designer must be able to apply sound and diverse knowledge of architecture principles and practices in a broad array of assignments. Main duties and responsibilities Technical Role - Liaise closely with the Project Lead in the design development of the scheme with regular interim meetings. - Responsible for the preparation of new designs and adaptations to existing designs, drawings, specifications and schedules to suit design development and information release requirements. - Independently evaluate, select and apply knowledge of design and construction techniques. - Liaise with consultants and relevant statutory authorities to establish the conceptual framework. - Assist the Project Lead in the coordination of the design team on a day-to-day basis and in maintaining good working relationships. - Instruct, clarify and develop design studies with individual members of the team. - Attend client meetings and presentations as necessary. - Contribute to the layout of projects and integrate architectural and engineering elements into a unified design for client review and approval. - Contribute to the preparation of scale drawings, and contract documents, for building contractors. - Contribute to the administration of construction documents and provide periodic onsite observation of work during construction to monitor specification compliance. - Contribute to finding technical solutions to problems and show understanding of good design principles. Communications and procedures - Manage time and effort ensuring the timely completion of assigned work. - Understand office procedures and works within set SNHA design standards. Required Skills Qualifications - BA/BSc/BArch (Essential). - MArch (Essential). - Registration with ARB and RIBA, and/or equivalent overseas professional body (Desirable). Experience - Relevant experience in the architectural/construction industry (Essential). Preferably, at least 4 years of experience (Desirable). - Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently (Essential). - Proven experience in RIBA Stages (Desirable). - Previous experience with complex projects (like Data Centres, Healthcare, Aviation, Mixed-use or Multi-family residential) (Desirable). - Technical skills/detailing experience (Desirable). - Experience coordinating complex projects in a BIM environment (Desirable). General Aptitude - Average verbal and written communication skills for both internal and external relationships (Essential). - Strong organizational skills to successfully manage multiple, competing priorities (Essential). - Able to read, analyse and interpret complex documents including technical journals (Desirable). Software Skills - Working knowledge: Office 365: Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, Outlook (Essential). - Revit/BIM 360 fundamentals (Essential). BIM Level 2 (Desirable). - Graphics: Adobe Suite; Bluebeam (Desirable). - 3D visualisation (Desirable). - NBS (Desirable). - AutoCAD (Desirable). Additional requirements - Able to travel in the UK (Essential). - Able to work out of office hours when required to meet project deadlines (Essential). - Able to travel abroad as required (Desirable).