Senior Architect - Life Science

JR United Kingdom; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Architect specializing in life sciences for their Peterborough office. The role involves delivering detailed design projects in regulated environments and mentoring early-career staff. The ideal candidate will combine creativity with technical expertise to manage multidisciplinary architectural projects.

Benefits

Company car or cash allowance

Up to 6% matched pension

25 days annual leave plus options to buy more

Discount schemes (gym, mobile, etc.)

Qualifications

• Experience delivering projects from concept to detailed design in the life science sector.
• Ability to manage architectural involvement in multidisciplinary projects.
• Strong concept of compliance and adaptability for future reconfiguration.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify all architectural aspects according to guidelines and regulations.
• Mentor early-career staff and enhance departmental capabilities.
• Ensure project quality and compliance.

Skills

Creativity

Technical Knowledge

Project Management

Job description

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Senior Architect - Life Science, Peterborough

Client:

BakerHicks

Location:

Peterborough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

Why this role?

Our architects specialise in highly regulated and complex project delivery. They understand client’s process flows and unique hurdles, creating efficient workflows with user safety and wellbeing at their core.

With years of expertise in science and technology facilities, we design for future flexibility to meet evolving needs.

Our Manchester office seeks a Senior Architect – Life Sciences.

About You

You will have experience delivering projects from concept to detailed design in the life science sector, including laboratories and GMP manufacturing facilities. You will be part of a dedicated team of Architects and Technicians committed to high-quality output.

You should exhibit creativity, imagination, vision, enthusiasm, and a good knowledge of technical details and specifications.

Key Purpose

We provide the industry’s most innovative minds with space to collaborate, innovate, and develop advanced technologies. Our projects support science, health, pharmaceuticals, bioscience, and more, including laboratory refurbishments across the UK and Europe.

• Design and specify all aspects of Architecture according to guidelines, standards, regulations, and project needs
• Mentor early-career staff and improve departmental capabilities
• Manage architectural involvement in multidisciplinary projects, including time, cost, quality, and client relationships
• Ensure quality and compliance within teams and projects

Our projects are designed to be compliant, safe, and adaptable for future reconfiguration and expansion.

Candidates must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance as required by clients and sectors. Further details are available at GOV.UK.

About BakerHicks

Since 1957, we’ve been innovating in design, engineering, and project delivery, operating from 14 locations across Europe. For more, see: About | BakerHicks.

BakerHicks is part of Morgan Sindall Group.

Our offices are accessible, friendly, and well-equipped. We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and performance-related rewards, including:

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched pension
• 25 days annual leave plus options to buy more
• Discount schemes (gym, mobile, etc.)