Aviation Architects

Grimshaw; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Grimshaw in London seeks architects to contribute to complex airport projects from master planning to terminal design, balancing operational demands with passenger experience.

You will collaborate with engineers, planners and international teams; hybrid working is offered.

The role values design quality, attention to detail, clear communication, and mentoring junior colleagues within a globally diverse studio.

Qualifications

• ARB registration or equivalent international professional qualification in architecture.
• Experience on aviation projects or other large transport/infrastructure projects.
• Proficient in Autodesk Revit or Bentley environments.
• Commitment to design quality and attention to detail.
• Clear communication and ability to work in medium/large project teams.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to airport projects from master planning to terminal design.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, airport operators and colleagues in global studios.
• Support junior colleagues and contribute to studio life.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Creative thinking

Education

ARB registration or equivalent international professional qualification in architecture

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Bentley

Job description

Millions of people, every day, use the transport hubs and gateways Grimshaw has designed, places that are part of our everyday commute or a special journey. And for 40 years we have been delivering award-winning aviation design that transform the experience and operations of airports around the world. Today, leading the next generation of airport design, we are looking for architects to join our innovative and visionary team in London. From Istanbul Airport, the World's Best Airport recognised by Conde Nast Traveller, to the UNESCO Prix Versailles winner, Newark Liberty International Airport Terminal 2, we have led the design of terminals that define journeys and leave a lasting memory. Working on Melbourne Airport, Athens International Expansion, and the masterplan for JFK International Aiport, we understand the trajectory of aviation across the world, delivering architecture and design programmes that respond to ambitious passenger and operational demands. Joining our practice means you will be part of this legacy and future.

The role

You will contribute to these complex airport projects at every scale, from master planning and terminal design to the detail of how a passenger finds their way from kerb to gate. Aviation design rewards people who enjoy solving problems: balancing operational demands, passenger experience, sustainability and the character of the place that each airport serves. You will work closely with engineers, planners, airport operators and colleagues in our studios around the world.

Life in our studio

Our studios are open and hard-working, valuing everyone's contribution, and encouraging ideas-led thinking to surface whatever your experience or role. With over 500 people and more than 50 nationalities across seven studios worldwide, you will be part of a genuinely global practice. We offer hybrid working, with core hours that give you flexibility over how you structure your day.

Is this you?

• You hold ARB registration or an equivalent international professional qualification in architecture.
• You have experience on aviation projects, or on other large and complex transport or infrastructure projects where your skills would transfer.
• You work confidently in Autodesk Revit or Bentley environments.
• You care about design quality and pay close attention to detail.
• You communicate clearly and enjoy working as part of medium and large project teams.
• You are keen to contribute to studio life and to support junior colleagues.

If this role excites you but you don't meet every point above, we would still encourage you to apply.

What You Can Expect From Us

• Work on airport projects that shape how people travel and experience cities
• Opportunities for mentoring, international collaboration and career development
• The freedom to be creative, to challenge yourself and to grow
• An inclusive, supportive culture, whatever your background or route into architecture

Our commitment to inclusion

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be glad to help. Please note: any offer of employment is conditional upon your having the right to work in the UK.