London, UK
Senior architect
at Perkins&Will
Perkins&Will is recruiting a senior architect to join its team in London.
We are an award-winning international design firm and industry leader in commitment to sustainable design. Our London office is established as one of the most successful design firms in the UK and Europe, delivering a wide range of professional design services including corporate interiors, strategic workplace consultancy services, new build architecture, large-scale urban design and planning development and hospitality.
Key responsibilities (but not limited to):
- demonstrates advanced knowledge of project complexity to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution and living design
- develops creative and innovative design ideas, concepts and solutions while participating as an integral member of the design team
- coordinates drawings, documents and calculations for all project stages
- analyzes product research and identifies material selections
- takes an active role in crafting presentations and prepares corresponding materials
- implements a creative approach to complete tasks and responsibilities on projects, within the scope of schedule and budget, in an organized, timely and consistent way
- reviews work for accuracy, omissions, legibility and document compliance in accordance with the project delivery manual
- supports the growth of others
- expresses curiosity about the world of design and the industry at large
- takes increasing ownership of tasks within project teams and studio activities
- participates in design reviews, charettes and pin-ups
- ensures agreed regenerative design goals are met
- prepares and reviews documentation including schedules, minutes, notes and reports under supervision for all project stages
- prepares and reviews documentation including schedules, minutes, notes and reports
- represents the practice and raise its profile in a positive manner
- incorporates integrated regenerative design solutions into projects to meet targets
General skills required (but not limited to):
- BIM
- building codes
- site analysis
- preliminary design studies
- contract documents
- field measurements
- life safety requirements
- specifications
- construction contract administration
- graphic storytelling
- sketching
Software:
- advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software
- advanced Revit
- conceptual modelling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper
- Microsoft Office/Adobe Suite
- visualisation tools such as Enscape and VRay
- physical modelling tools such as 3D Printing and laser cutting
- presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop
- environmental analysis software such as Ladybug and Climate Studio
Licensure/certifications/education:
- professional degree in architecture
- LEED GA within six months of hire
- professional accreditation in one area of living design that interests you: LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, CPHC/CPHE Passive House Institute Certified Passive House or RELi AP
- continuing professional development per professional registrations
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Perkins&Will are an equal opportunity employer and supports talent from diverse backgrounds that bring experiences, viewpoints and solutions that best serve our clients, community and enrich our work environment.