Senior Architect (Data Centres)

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Architect specializing in Data Centres to join their London team. This role involves leading project teams, ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects, and working collaboratively with multiple disciplines. Candidates should have strong Revit skills and a proven ability to communicate effectively. Competitive benefits and a commitment to creating sustainable and innovative data centre solutions are offered.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Profit share

Qualifications

• Post-Part 3 experience in design and delivery of complex projects.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Proven track record in writing and reviewing specifications.

Responsibilities

• Leading project teams in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment.
• Participating in new business development activities.
• Delivering significant, technical, and complex projects.

Skills

Revit

Architectural detailing

Communication skills

Education

Post Part-3 Architect qualification

Job description

Job Description

Job Title – Senior Architect (Data Centres)

Location: London

Joining Arup

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The Opportunity

Arup Engineered Architecture is a team of 20 Architects based in central London, part of a large multidisciplinary engineering team with focus on Data Centres Design.

We are part of Arup’s global network of 450 Architects, urban planners and landscape designers. Our ambition is to deliver fully coordinated, technically innovative, and efficient, data centres buildings which are purposeful and beautiful. We are currently expanding our team due to the increasing demand in the Data Centre construction industry. We design data centres tailored to our client’s needs, with focus on deployment on a global scale in line with the demand for data storage and increasing computational power. We are at the forefront of the industry, we lead with our clients a global revolution in data storage facilities prioritising sustainability, prefabrication, integration and future-proof thinking.

Our team enjoys unparalleled access to Arup’s world-class specialists together with cutting edge hardware and software which together allow us to take on the most challenging projects for our clients.

As a Senior Architect in our team, you will be part of the delivery of significant, technical and complex projects in the Science and Industry and Technology sectors, working as part of a large, multi-disciplinary team to deliver innovative and sustainable ‘Total Architecture’ on an international scale. We are looking for talented designers who are ambitious and curious with excellent command of Revit and excellent personal, written and graphic communication skills.

The role will see you:

• Leading project teams working in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment.
• Being responsible for the successful delivery of projects under the supervision of the Project Director.
• Participating in new business development activities.
• Leading design development, reviewing & presenting using drawings and virtual models.
• Collaborating with other disciplines to produce fully coordinated project information including BIM models, drawings, schedules and specifications.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

We’re looking for a candidate who:

• Is an Architect with post part 3 experience of the design and delivery of complex, highly technical projects working as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Has very strong Revit skills
• Is able to write and review specifications, with a proven track record
• Has expertise of all stages of the design process from feasibility to handover, particular recent design and construction background in technically complex facilities.
• Has strong architectural detailing skills and in-depth knowledge of the most common construction systems, products and materials
• Has experience in client facing role
• Has experience in a site support role during construction
• Is fluent in spoken and written English and has strong verbal, written and graphic communication skills.

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions?Contact Marek Mazurowski ([e-mail])

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What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefitsto help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of (within legal limits), or expression, marital status, , neurotype or mental health, or , faith or belief, , socioeconomic background, and whether you’re or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from , and cross-cultural working to equity and + and – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.

Discover more about life at Arup atwww.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Marek Mazurowski ([e-mail]) to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

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Closing date: 22nd June 2025

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