Architect - WSP Architecture

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. To find out more about our Property and Buildings business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Property and Buildings | WSP A little more about your role… The role is aimed at a qualified Architect with demonstrable experience in the delivery of major transport and infrastructure projects, combining technical capability with the potential to lead packages of work and contribute to project delivery. Candidates should be proactive, collaborative and committed to high-quality design outcomes, with experience spanning multiple project stages and a proven ability to manage and deliver substantive architectural work. We are particularly interested in candidates with demonstrable experience or knowledge of transport architecture and the passenger experience, bringing insight into how design can improve the quality, efficiency and enjoyment of journeys. In the medium term, the role will support the growth of our aviation design capability, whilst remaining flexible to contribute across a range of complementary sectors, including rail, airport city and aerotropolis developments, transit-oriented development, mobility hubs, and other transport-led environments. The role will involve developing expertise across these these interconnected sectors and helping to strengthen the breadth of our transport design offering. Job Responsibilities: Under direction of the Project Lead or a more senior project leader, develops, modifies, and reviews drawings ensuring the incorporation of design intent. Duties may include the development and implementation of project design concepts, project modelling, developing sketches, conducting research and data collection, preparing presentations and reports, and general production of design and construction documents. Works on multiple projects, providing concepts and techniques in ways that may explore new ways of achieving design solutions, completing tasks within established deadlines and budgets, and effectively utilizing resources to address project requirements. Interacts with clients and consultants, participates on project development, and presents ideas clearly and persuasively. Prepares, manages, and modifies architectural documents, elevations, sections, and details, as directed by others in the project team, following standards and archiving documents as appropriate. Develops solutions to technical and design problems following established design standards. May assist in the development of project scope, plans, and services during the contract process. Prepares 2D and 3D presentations, design drawings and renderings. Compiles data and performs fundamental design computations. Performs product research and may assist Project Designers and Project Architects with materials selection and system research. Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects. TECHNICAL – Management of deliverables in specific discipline (i.e. management of a large number of deliverables across one or more projects) delivered with technical leadership: able to define, manage and complete tasks; able to engage with others. MANAGEMENT – Capable of delivery of discrete projects within a programme of works. (i.e. project level management) MANAGEMENT – Project (Package) leadership, management of staff for delivery of services; able to define, manage and complete tasks through management of others. (i.e. project level management) What we will be looking for you to demonstrate… Works collaboratively as part of a team, takes initiative and takes ownership of their responsibilities Flexibility in the software’s they will use and be expected to use CAD, graphic design, visualisation and desktop publishing. Recognition that they will typically be exclusively delivering transport led projects and that they are committed to that. Able to demonstrate a level of care and pride in their delivery, be it technical drawings to presentations. Specific Requirements Qualifications Post Part III qualified Architect mandated Experience At least one major project (experience of working on a major infrastructure or building project) At least one project end to end (covering multiple project stages) At least one technical focus area (i.e. must have experience of producing substantive design deliverables) Experience with CAD and Revit Must be able to obtain UK vetting level of Security Check (SC) Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team. 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 83,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today. #LI-CH1