Senior Data Center Architect & Site Lead

HDR; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior Project Architect/Site Supervisor to lead large-scale projects in London, with opportunities in Manchester, and ensure on-site execution aligns with design intent, budgets, and codes.

You will develop construction drawings, review detailed design, coordinate with discipline designers, manage risk, and maintain clear communication with clients and stakeholders; proficiency in Revit, CAD and BIM is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field.
• Minimum of 10 years experience.
• Registered Architect.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project Schedule).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Autodesk Revit; familiarity with related tools and processes.
• Demonstrated graphic presentation skills.
• Experience in preparation and layout of architectural contract documents and specifications.
• Strong knowledge of codes and planning skills.
• Active participant in our employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute large and complex projects.
• Ensure compliance with cost, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Ensure the quality of construction drawings and on-site execution.
• Review detailed design, coordinate with discipline-specific designers.
• Inspect ongoing and completed work for compliance with design intent, specifications, and codes.
• Defect management and resolution.
• Monitor site conditions, conduct risk assessments, enforce site safety regulations.
• Maintain daily site logs, progress reports, ITPs, and sign-off records.
• Maintain regular communication with project stakeholders.
• Develop construction drawings.
• Prepare for and participate in client meetings and planning meetings.
• Coordinate with government agencies and permitting authorities.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Site meetings

Team coordination

Risk management

Analytical thinking

Construction coordination

Client liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Master's degree in Architecture

Registered Architect

Tools

Autodesk Revit

CAD

BIM technology

Microsoft Office

Job description

HDR is seeking a Senior Project Architect/Site Supervisor to lead large-scale projects in London, with opportunities in Manchester, and ensure on-site execution aligns with design intent, budgets, and codes.

You will develop construction drawings, review detailed design, coordinate with discipline designers, manage risk, and maintain clear communication with clients and stakeholders; proficiency in Revit, CAD and BIM is essential.