Overview
Architect Design Manager – ESA Architecture, based in the Birmingham The Mailbox office, is a full-time role within ESA Architecture, a UK-based member of WSP. The role supports the client’s building template program for deployment across Europe and the Middle East as part of a growing Architectural team.
Responsibilities
* Be a Design Manager assisting the Client’s team in developing efficient and economical standardized buildings.
* Work with architectural design processes aimed at simplifying complex design and logistical challenges.
* Review Design Change Requests (DCRs) and Requests for Information (RFIs) from in-flight projects; interact daily with internal stakeholders, external architects, engineers, and technical consultants to improve building design program efficiency; develop standards and produce high-quality documentation.
Your Team
* ESA Architecture is a UK-based member of the multi-national, multi-disciplinary design engineering firm, WSP.
* We work on a wide range of projects including commercial offices, housing, transportation, pharmaceutical and logistics.
* Roles are focused on serving a long-term relationship with a single, market-leading client in the logistics sector.
* You will report to the Client Account Director within ESA and to a Client-based line manager.
* Our team of 60 people are based in city-centre offices in London, Bristol, Cardiff, Glasgow and Birmingham.
* You can attend in-house CPD sessions and are encouraged to develop and grow as part of the Client’s core team of 5–6 people.
Responsibilities and Requirements
* Be a qualified Architect with post-Chartership experience.
* Have working knowledge of Revit and BIM360.
* Have a willingness to travel, on occasion.
* Must be able to obtain UK Vetting level Security Check (SC).
What we offer
* Work-life balance with hybrid working: option to work from home two days a week and collaborate in UK offices.
* Inclusivity & Belonging: we welcome applicants from varied backgrounds and encourage authentic representation.
* Health & Wellbeing: Thrive programme, Virtual GP, workplace adjustments, Gymflex discounts, menopause support.
* Flex your time: WSP My Hour allows one hour per day for personal activities; part-time and flexible working arrangements; option to purchase additional leave and use bank holidays as needed.
* Your development: training, mentoring, and support for Chartership.
About Us
We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms with a global team delivering positive, long-lasting impacts through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion.
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