Senior Architect - WSP Architecture

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is hiring a Senior Architect in Bristol. The ideal candidate will have multi-sector design experience and be proficient in industry-standard software such as REVIT and Navisworks. Responsibilities include supporting the architectural team, enhancing client relationships, and managing design quality. Eligible applicants must be ARB registered and meet requirements for UK Security Checks. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in Education, Commercial Office, Defence or Healthcare project delivery.
• Proven history of evidence-based design process.
• Must be able to obtain the UK vetting level of Security Check (SC).

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Bristol Studio Architectural Management team.
• Engage in developing design talent and performance.
• Support the Architectural Management team in growing the business.

Skills

Multi-sector design experience

Technical delivery

Building Regulations understanding

Client relationship management

Proficiency in REVIT

Proficiency in Navisworks

Ability to direct teams

Education

Professionally qualified Architect

ARB registration

Eligible member of MCIAT or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Architect with multi‑sector design and technical experience. Demonstrable knowledge of Education, Commercial Office, Defence or Healthcare project delivery would be preferable.

Overview

You will work closely with the Bristol Studio Architectural Management team to nurture and develop the architectural capability within the team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Become integral to the WSP multi‑sector design offer, working closely with other WSP disciplines to develop and secure key opportunities.
• Assist with bidding opportunities in the sector in the UK and overseas.
• Develop the WSP Architecture brand in the region, principally through quality of delivery and design.
• Support the development of design quality within the business.
• Support the development of the volume of work won and successfully delivered.
• Engage in developing design talent and performance within the business.
• Support the Architectural Management team in growing the business and meeting financial targets.
• Undertake the role of Project Architect across a varied portfolio of Design Projects.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate

• Professionally qualified Architect, ARB registered with recognised experience of multi‑sector design and technical delivery.
• Experience of relevant design standards for Education, Defence and Health sectors.
• Background of process and delivery for projects working within developed systems based on key principles of evidence‑based design.
• Ability to direct teams.
• Eligible member of an appropriate professional institution (MCIAT or recognised approved equivalent).
• Experience building client relationships based on trust and understanding.
• Understanding of Building Regulations and relevant technical design guidance.
• Proficiency in REVIT and Navisworks to achieve project delivery to Level 2 BIM.
• Must be able to obtain UK vetting level of Security Check (SC).

Requirements

Eligible for UK Security Check (SC) and possess a valid UK residency or work permit.

Benefits

Competitive salary, opportunities for professional growth and a collaborative work environment.