London, UK
Architect/architectural designer
at SNHA
SNHA is seeking an architect/architectural designer to join its team in London.
SNHA is an industry-leading mission-critical design firm. We specialise in delivering elegant design solutions to complex programmes for many of the world’s largest technology clients.
As a Woolpert company, we blend applied research and strategic thinking to drive innovative and sustainable solutions to the industry’s challenging design problems.
An opportunity has arisen to join SNHA as an architect/architectural designer. We are looking for people qualified in architecture who seek an architectural practice committed to supporting their growth and professional ambitions.
At SNHA we have specialised over the years in designing data centres and we have become a leader in the market.
The architect/architectural designer will be someone who wants to further develop their technical skills in architecture, who loves learning and who can work against deadlines. You should have great communication and organisation skills. Our projects are multidisciplinary and you will have the opportunity to contact and learn from different specialties.
As an architect/architectural designer your main responsibilities will be to:
- liaise closely with senior architects and project leads in the design development of the scheme
- responsible for the preparation of new designs and adaptations to existing designs, drawings, specifications and schedules to suit design development and information release requirements
- independently evaluate, select and apply knowledge of design and construction techniques
- liaise with consultants and relevant statutory authorities to establish the conceptual framework
- assist the project leads in the coordination of the design team on a day-to-day basis and in maintaining good working relationships
- instruct, clarify and develop design studies with individual members of the team
- attend client meetings and presentations, as required
- contribute to the layout of projects and integrate architectural and engineering elements into a unified design for client review and approval
- contribute to the preparation of scale drawings and contract documents for building contractors
- contribute to the administration of construction documents and provide periodic on-site observation of work during construction to monitor specification compliance
- contribute to finding technical solutions to problems and show understanding of good design principles
- support junior members of staff
- instil confidence in the team by presenting a positive approach to daily tasks and challenges
- manage time and effort ensuring the timely completion of assigned work
Experience:
- relevant experience in the architectural/construction industry (essential)
- preferably at least four years of experience (desirable)
- ability to work as part of a team as well as independently (essential)
- proven experience in RIBA stages 2, 3 and 4 (desirable)
- previous experience with complex projects like data centres, healthcare, aviation, mixed-use or multi-family residential (desirable)
- technical skills/detailing experience (desirable)
- experience coordinating complex projects in a BIM environment (desirable)
Software skills:
- working knowledge of Office 365 –Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, Outlook (essential)
- Revit/BIM 360 fundamentals (essential)
- BIM level 2 (desirable)
- graphics – Adobe Suite, Bluebeam (desirable)
- 3D visualisation (desirable)
- NBS (desirable)
- AutoCAD (desirable)
What we offer:
- competitive salary
- 31 days of annual leave including eight bank holidays
- vitality membership including private medical insurance and 50% discount for Virgin Active, Nuffield or Pure Gym
- contributory pension scheme
- payment of professional bodies fees
- Cycle To Work scheme
- fitness reimbursement scheme
- referral for recruitment scheme
- a friendly and supportive office atmosphere with events and trips throughout the year offering opportunities for all employees to get to know each other and relax
SNHA works on designs which accommodate cutting-edge technology. By joining SNHA you will be exposed to complex and interesting projects.
If this sounds like something you would like to be involved in, please submit your CV and portfolio via the apply for job button.
We reserve the right to close a vacancy when we find a suitable applicant(s), you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.