At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative architectural projects in the Life Sciences sector across Europe.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in a collaborative engineering environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Mentor junior architects and enhance your skills in a supportive setting.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on world-class pharmaceutical and biotechnology projects.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in architectural design with a focus on Life Sciences.
The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 £ per year.
Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Architect to join their growing Life Sciences team, supporting the design and delivery of complex pharmaceutical, biotechnology and laboratory projects across the UK and Europe.
The Role
- Leading projects through all design stages, including Programming, Concept Design, Basis of Design, Detailed Design and Construction Administration
- Developing architectural scopes of work and supporting project planning, budgets and resource allocation
- Coordinating architectural deliverables with multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Preparing and reviewing construction documentation and technical drawings
- Liaising with clients, code officials, contractors and external consultants
- Supporting cleanroom, laboratory and GMP facility design
- Reviewing project progress and managing changes to scope where required
- Mentoring junior architects and promoting design best practice
- Producing and reviewing Autodesk Revit models and project documentation
Requirements
- Architectural design within Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical or Laboratory environments
- Managing projects through all design and construction phases
- Building regulations, construction standards and GMP facilities
- Autodesk Revit and BIM workflows
- Coordinating multidisciplinary design teams
- Client-facing project delivery and stakeholder management
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture
- 10+ years' experience delivering architectural projects within Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical or Laboratory environments
- Strong understanding of building regulations and construction processes
- Knowledge of GMP principles and regulated manufacturing environments
- Excellent communication and project coordination skills
Desirable
- AIA or NCARB accreditation (or equivalent)
- Experience working on international Life Sciences projects
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical process equipment and cleanroom design
Additional Information
- Hybrid working available
- Occasional travel to UK and European client sites (typically 5–20%)
- Opportunity to work on world-class pharmaceutical and biotechnology projects
- Collaborative and supportive engineering environment
If you would like more information on this opportunity, please get in touch with Ayesha Khanon at Adepto Technical Recruitment.
Senior Architect employer: Adepto Technical Recruitment Ltd
Adepto Technical Recruitment Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation within the Life Sciences sector. Employees benefit from comprehensive professional development opportunities and the chance to work on impactful projects in the North West, making it an ideal environment for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
Adepto Technical Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
