London, UK
Assistant lighting designer
at BDP
BDP is looking for an assistant lighting designer to join its team in London or Manchester, UK.
BDP Lighting delivers people centred designs. Teamwork, concept development and collaboration are at the heart of our working methods and we are firmly committed to the sustainability of our environment. We have an opportunity within our London or Manchester office for a suitably qualified individual to join our team at junior level and be part of a wide range of exciting projects.
About you
The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a lighting design consultancy and proficiency in all relevant software packages. Knowledge of daylight design and 3D drafting will be advantageous. You will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to develop and illustrate lighting concepts from internal briefings, through to completion. Ideally, the successful candidate will be a graduate (or equivalent) with a 2:1 or above degree. Skills in Photoshop, InDesign and AutoCAD are required. Knowledge of lighting calculations, daylight design, Revit and 3D CAD will be advantageous.
You will demonstrate a collaborative team-working style and enjoy working to tight deadlines. You will be able to work effectively with people from all backgrounds and have excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
About us
BDP is a continuous collective of architects, engineers, designers and urbanists. We design at every scale from city masterplans, neighbourhoods, parks, streets and buildings to specialist, bespoke light and acoustic installations.
We are place makers who work at every stage of the design process from visioning to briefing to design, delivery and operation. We respond to the demands of our dynamic and ever-changing planet with cross-discipline design thinking that spans all of life’s activities, protects the environment and enhances social value.
Harnessing our collective ethos, the spirit of BDP is about making places for people. Our structure and governance as a global network of federated city studios creates design hubs that are connected to the cities, regions and communities they serve.
As part of the Nippon Koei Group, we fuse our passion for architecture and engineering with user-centred design and large-scale infrastructure projects to deliver world-class solutions for better, more prosperous places.
BDP offers
In return, BDP offers a great opportunity for your personal development with exposure to the full range of BDP’s skills and expertise as well as an attractive remuneration package that includes a competitive salary, flexible pension allowance, private medical insurance, contribution towards professional subscriptions, a great working environment and excellent prospects for career advancement.
To apply
To apply for the role, please click on this link. You will then need to complete the online application form and attach an up-to-date CV with a cover letter (less than 400 words) outlining how your skills and experience match the requirements for the above job description. Please state your salary expectations and notice period in your cover letter. Your application will then be passed on to our recruiting directors for review. If successful, you will be notified by our system inviting you in for an interview.
BDP is actively fostering an inclusive organisation where people can be themselves and everyone has a sense of belonging. We want our teams to be diverse at every level, reflecting the communities we design for. As designers, we will create spaces for all that promote equity, wellbeing and participation within the built environment. We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different skills, professional and life experiences to join us and help us to achieve our aspirations. We also welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly. BDP also operates a hybrid working policy.
BDP is an equal opportunities employer with a strong emphasis on teamwork in a supportive office environment.
No agencies or third-party applications please.