Architectural Designer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking an Architectural Designer in London to contribute to all project phases from strategy to construction packages. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, develop drawings and models, and ensure design solutions meet budget and schedule while complying with UK planning regulations.

Required: RIBA Part II or equivalent and 2–5 years of UK experience in social infrastructure (health, data centres, education).

Qualifications

• RIBA Part II or equivalent qualification and UK recognition.
• Minimum 2–5 years UK project experience in social infrastructure, health, data centres, science and technology, education and community projects.
• Ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite; knowledge of Rhino/Grasshopper.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to all project phases: strategy, test fits, schematic plans and conceptual designs, and production of tender and construction packages.
• Coordinate multi-discipline teams through the project life cycle under supervision of a Project Manager.
• Prepare, develop and edit drawings, models, schedules and documents related to the design.
• Coordinate workload to deliver on budget and schedule.
• Apply UK planning and building regulations knowledge to projects.
• Demonstrate design and technical awareness with a strong portfolio.
• Contribute to social infrastructure and data centre projects.

Skills

Creativity

Initiative

Collaboration

Time management

Communication

Education

RIBA Part II (or equivalent)

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

MS Office

Rhino

Grasshopper

Photoshop

InDesign

Illustrator

Job description

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well‑known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high‑performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

In the role of Architectural Designer, we will count on you to:

• Contribute to all project phases: project strategy, test fits, schematic plans and conceptual designs for schematic design, refine design solutions for design development, production of tender and construction packages.
• Coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project’s life cycle (from development and initiation to close‑out), while under supervision of a Project Manager.
• Prepare, develop and edit, under the guidance of the project leader or nominated architect, drawings, models, schedules, images and other documents relating to the design.
• Coordinate workload through project execution and complete deliverables on budget and schedule.
• Experience working within the UK planning and building regulations systems.
• High level of design and technical awareness evidenced through a portfolio of project experience.
• Responsible for many aspects of diverse and complex social infrastructure and/ or mission critical/ data centre projects

Required Qualifications

• RIBA Part II (or equivalent)
• A minimum of 2-5 years practical and industry experience in the UK (i.e. social infrastructure projects, including health, data centres, science and technology, education and community projects)
• Passion for creativity and design
• Initiative‑taking, with a proactive attitude and eager to learn
• Excellent collaboration skills, good self-organisation and strong ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to multi‑task, prioritise and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills
• Intermediate level knowledge of Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office
• Working knowledge and experience various platforms including Rhino, Grasshopper, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator
• Understanding of computational and parametric design
• Graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

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Required Qualifications

• RIBA Part II (or equivalent)
• A minimum of 3-5 years practical and industry experience in the UK (i.e. social infrastructure projects, including health, science and technology, education and community projects)
• Passion for creativity and design
• Initiative‑taking, with a proactive attitude and eager to learn
• Excellent collaboration skills, good self-organisation and strong ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to multi‑task, prioritise and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills
• Intermediate level knowledge of Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office
• Working knowledge and experience various platforms including Rhino, Grasshopper, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator
• Understanding of computational and parametric design
• Graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas

Why HDR

At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for it’s also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.

Primary Location

United Kingdom-England-London

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Aug 21, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We'realways looking for great talent to join our global teams.