Architect - Data Centres & Critical Facilities

Gensler; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm is seeking an experienced Architect specializing in Data Centres and Critical Facilities. The role involves designing buildings, collaborating across design stages, and maintaining strong client relationships. Candidates should have a degree in Architecture and proficiency in Revit, with additional skills in Rhino and Grasshopper being advantageous. The firm offers a supportive work environment with a focus on professional growth and a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Season Ticket Loans

Pension

Profit Sharing

Bonuses

Reimbursement for Qualifications

Tuition for Relevant Programs

Qualifications

• Experience in data centre and critical facilities sectors.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design world-class buildings.
• Prepare plans, elevations, and detailed construction drawings.
• Support development of client and contractor communications.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Architecture

Architecture Technology

Tools

Revit

Rhino

Grasshopper

3Ds Max

Job description

Architect - Data Centres & Critical Facilities

Gensler Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

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Your Role

Gensler’s Birmingham & London office is seeking an experienced Architect with strong technical skills and experience in the Data Centre and Critical Facilities sectors. You should be proficient in Revit, motivated, proactive, eager to learn, and a team player with excellent communication skills. You will work collaboratively across design stages, from test fits to technical detailing and construction documentation.

What You Will Do

• Design world-class buildings
• Participate in all design phases including programming, concept, schematic, technical development, and tendering
• Support development of client, contractor, and team communications, maintaining strong relationships
• Prepare plans, elevations, details, and sections through to detailed construction drawings

Your Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture or Architecture Technology with relevant experience
• Proficiency in Revit; experience with Rhino, Grasshopper, and 3Ds Max is advantageous
• Experience in data centre and critical facilities sectors
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent graphic presentation skills
• Experience with international projects is a plus
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Life at Gensler

We promote a healthy work-life balance with benefits including medical and dental insurance, season ticket loans, pension, profit sharing, and bonuses. We support professional growth through reimbursement for qualifications, exams, and tuition for relevant programs.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job functions: Design, Art/Creative, IT
• Industries: Architecture, Planning, Design Services