Rail Architect - WSP Architecture

WSP Global Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is looking for a Rail Architect to contribute to drawings, models and design documentation for rail and station projects. You’ll collaborate with engineers and designers from multiple disciplines to deliver coordinated, high-quality architectural outputs.

You’ll learn how large-scale infrastructure projects are developed and delivered, work closely with senior team members, and build your technical and design skills within a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in the construction/architectural industry.
• Must be a recently qualified Architect.
• Working knowledge of UK building regulations and national standards.
• Experience with CAD/BIM tools such as Bentley OBD/Aecosim, MicroStation, Revit.

Responsibilities

• Support the production of architectural drawings, plans and BIM models.
• Assist with multidisciplinary design coordination.
• Help prepare schedules, reports and technical documents.
• Take part in internal design discussions and reviews.
• Learn how large-scale, complex infrastructure projects are developed and delivered.
• Work closely with senior team members to build your technical and design skills.

Skills

Technical design

Rail architecture

Team collaboration

Graphic communication

Education

Architectural degree (recently qualified)

Tools

Bentley OBD/Aecosim

MicroStation

Revit

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

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.

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A little more about your role…

As a Rail Architect, you’ll contribute to the production of drawings, models and design documentation for rail and station projects. You’ll gain experience working across a range of tasks and project stages, learning how architectural solutions are developed within a multidisciplinary environment.

You’ll collaborate with engineers and designers from various disciplines to help deliver coordinated, high‑quality architectural outputs.

In this role, you will:

• Support the production of architectural drawings, plans and BIM models


• Assist with multidisciplinary design coordination


• Help prepare schedules, reports and technical documents


• Take part in internal design discussions and reviews


• Learn how large-scale, complex infrastructure projects are developed and delivered


• Work closely with senior team members to build your technical and design skills

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

People Management:

• Able to manage junior colleges 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.

Business & Financial

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


• Input on the project programming and financial planning.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in the construction / architectural industry.


• Must be a recently qualified Architect.


• Working knowledge of UK building regulations and national standards.


• Experience with CAD/BIM tools (Bentley OBD/Aecosim,MicroStation, Revit or similar)

Knowledge & Skills:

• Technical design knowledge / skills in UK construction methodology.


• Architectural working experience in rail, transport or other complex architectural design


• 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

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.