Architect - Science, Research and Technology Sector

About the role

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a global architecture and engineering practice with a network of studios across the UK, EMEA, Asia, North America and Latin America.

The Science, Research and Technology sector specialises in commercial, government, and higher education science research and production facilities. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] creates highly effective and inspiring facilities for speculative developers and owner occupiers. We are currently designing the largest known net zero carbon laboratory in the UK and recently completed the Discovery Centre for AstraZeneca in Cambridge. We are looking to grow our team for future projects in this sector.

We are looking for someone that has demonstrable experience and a passion for designing simple solutions for the complex needs of the Science and Technology sector.

Individuals will be interested in how science research and production facilities work, how they are used and operated safely. The job is design and delivery oriented, involving the development of creative solutions to address the requirements of different user groups, and bringing together the various building requirements from the Client brief to coordination of the MEP services.

Knowledge and applied experience of relevant regulations and guidance documents should be evidenced through the right candidate’s portfolio, as well as highlighting your experience on projects.

About you

• RIBA Part II or III, or equivalent qualification.
• Expertise in Revit is essential.
• Experience in science research and/or production facilities is essential, from RIBA stage 0-4
• The right candidate will have a portfolio which demonstrates independent thinking, creativity, and a broad range of technical skills illustrating the ability to produce and manage complex building arrangements.

The candidate will have excellent spoken and written English for client-facing workshops and presentations and be prepared for travel within the UK and internationally.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] offers

In return, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] can offer you a wide range of learning opportunities to encourage personal and professional career development. From sponsorship to profession led CPD events, we also offer annual appraisals and a mentoring scheme that is supported by our internal online learning platform.

We are committed to being an employer of choice and offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package that includes an employee profit share scheme, tax efficient smart benefits, private medical insurance, life insurance, long term sickness insurance, interest free season ticket loans, health screening, opportunity to buy/swap holidays and enhanced maternity and paternity provision, plus many more.

We offer regular international, and studio based social, sporting and charitable events. Some recent events include month-end socials, a hiking club, wellbeing webinars and toolbox talks. Our variety of employee forums gives everyone the platform to have a voice and be heard which drives cultural changes and helps to create an engaged, inclusive organisation.

To find out on more detail about what [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] can offer you, please visit: https://www.[Employer hidden].com/en/careers-at-[Employer hidden]/why-join-[Employer hidden]/.

To apply

To apply please click on the ‘Apply’ button below. You will then need to complete the online application form and attach a CV and cover letter (<400 words) that outlines how your skills and experience fulfil the requirements of this position. As [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] undertakes a number of projects which require security clearance, offers may be made subject to achievement of this, where appropriate.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is actively fostering an inclusive organisation where people can be themselves and everyone has a sense of belonging. We want our teams to be diverse at every level, reflecting the communities we design for. As designers, we will create spaces for all that promote equity, wellbeing and participation within the built environment. We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different skills, professional and life experiences, to join us and help us to achieve our aspirations. We also welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] also operates a hybrid working policy which is usually three days in the office and two days working from home.

No agency or third-party applications please.