Architect - ESA Architecture

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At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A recently qualified Architect who supports concept, planning and the technical design of construction projects in a range of sectors including the development of the project design, production of presentation drawings and sketches. The Architect also assists in solving design complexities. The Architect is responsible for leading specific aspects of the project and project team to assist in the overall effort of completing the various phases of the project.

• Under direction of the Project Lead or a more senior project leader, develop, modify, and review drawings ensuring the incorporation of design intent.
• Duties may include the development and implementation of project design concepts, project modelling, developing sketches, conducting research and data collection, preparing presentations and reports, and general production of design and construction documents.
• Work on multiple projects, providing concepts and techniques in ways that may explore new ways of achieving design solutions, completing tasks within established deadlines and budgets, and effectively utilizing resources to address project requirements.
• Interact with clients and consultants, participate in project development, and present ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Prepare, manage, and modify architectural documents, elevations, sections, and details, as directed by others in the project team, following standards and archiving documents as appropriate.
• Develop solutions to technical and design problems following established design standards.
• May assist in the development of project scope, plans, and services during the contract process.
• Prepare 2D and 3D presentations, design drawings and renderings.
• Compile data and perform fundamental design computations.
• Perform product research and may assist Project Designers and Project Architects with materials selection and system research.
• Incorporate Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.

• Able to manage junior college staff and provide guidance and support where necessary.
• Manage design tasks and deliverables and report on progress against the design programme to the project lead. Report on the progress and risks associated with the programme.
• Follow company values and exhibit appropriate behaviours.
• Manage time efficiently and assist/input into team meetings to review design programme.

• Support the Project Lead in developing the project execution plan, including financial planning, and forecasting resource.
• Input on the project programming and financial planning.

• Previous experience in the construction / architectural industry.
• Must be a qualified Architect.
• Working knowledge of UK building regulations and national standards.
• Working capability and proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.

• Technical design knowledge / skills in UK construction methodology.
• Experience of working as part of an architectural design team managing and delivering Tender and Construction Stage works packages.
• Have an ability to sketch and communicate technical detail graphically and effectively.
• Must be able to obtain UK vetting level of Security Check (SC).

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

London, England, United Kingdom