**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 (https://www.wsp.com/en-GB/hubs/property-and-buildings) **A little more about your role…** An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Architect to become an integral part of our expanding Architectural team at ESA Architecture. You will be a qualified Architect who supports concept, planning and the technical design of construction projects in a range of sectors. This will include developing the project design, production of presentation drawings and sketches. You will also assist in solving design and technical complexities and the preparation of accurate information for construction. You will be responsible for leading specific aspects of the project and project team to assist in the overall effort of completing the various phases of the project ensuring, that we always deliver service excellence to our clients. **Responsibilities** + Under direction of the Project Lead or a more senior project leader, you will develop, modify, and review models and 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 coordinated design and construction documents including specifications. + Works on multiple projects, in innovative ways that may explore methods of achieving design solutions, completing tasks within established deadlines and budgets, and effectively utilizing resources to address project requirements. + Interacts with clients and internal and external consultants, participating on project development, and presents ideas clearly and persuasively. + Prepares, manages, and modifies architectural documents, plans, elevations, sections, and details, as directed by others in the project team, following standards. + Develops solutions to technical and design problems following established design standards and with attention to detail, efficiency and quality. + May assist in the development of project scope, plans, and services during the contract process. + Prepares 2D and 3D presentations, models, design drawings and renderings. + Performs product research and may assist Project Designers and Project Architects with materials selection and system research. + Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects, always considering the impact our projects have on the wider world. **What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…** **People Management** + Able to manage junior colleges and provide guidance and support where necessary. + Manage design tasks and deliverables and report on progress against the design programme to the project lead. Report on the progress and risks associated with the project and programme. + Follow company values and exhibit appropriate behaviours. + Manage time efficiently and assist / input into team meetings to review design programme. **Business & Financial** + Support the Project Lead in developing the project execution plan, including financial planning, and forecasting resource. + Input on the project programming and financial planning. **Qualifications** + Previous experience in the construction / architectural industry. + Must be a qualified Architect. + Understanding of UK Building Regulations and relevant technical design guidance and standards. + Working capability and proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit. + Proficiency in creating visualisations would be advantageous but not essential. **Knowledge & Skills** + Technical design knowledge / skills in UK construction methodology. + Experience of working autonomously at times, and as part of an architectural design team, managing and delivering Tender and Construction Stage works packages. + Have worked across industry sectors with demonstrable experience. + Have an ability to communicate technical detail graphically and effectively to both colleagues and client teams. + Experience of working in Common Data Environments (CDE) + 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 69,000 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 **We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!** In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world. When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong. To find out more about our business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Who We Are | WSP (https://www.wsp.com/en-gb/who-we-are) **WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU** **Work-life balance?** WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important – whether that’s for your families, friends, or yourself. Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK. **Inclusivity & Diversity?** We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employees), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP’s Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential. **Health & Wellbeing?** We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Med24 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation. **Flex your time?** For improved work life balance, WSP offers the “WSP Hour” which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you. **Your development?** We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that’s why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that’s chartership, training or mentoring. **APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP!** **\#WeAreWSP** _Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._ _Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date._