Associate Architect – Laboratory Consulting (Confidential Client)
The Opportunity
- The business is a globally recognised, multi-disciplinary engineering and design consultancy.
- They are seeking an Associate Architect – Laboratory Consulting to lead complex science & life sciences projects .
- Work on cutting-edge laboratories, research facilities, and innovation districts with world-leading clients.
- Involvement across the full project lifecycle: concept design, delivery, and post-occupancy evaluation .
Key Responsibilities
- Lead laboratory consulting projects as Project Leader, managing delivery and coordination.
- Provide expert advice to clients, architects, and project stakeholders .
- Drive multi-disciplinary collaboration across architecture, engineering, and design teams.
- Oversee laboratory planning, briefing, and technical design solutions .
- Produce reports, presentations, drawings, and technical documentation .
- Identify and develop new business opportunities within the science & technology sector.
- Support bid preparation and fee proposals .
- Mentor and coach junior team members .
- Promote team wellbeing and strong client relationships .
Skills & Experience Required
- Proven experience leading science sector or laboratory design projects .
- Strong background in laboratory planning and briefing .
- Experience delivering complex projects, including fit-outs and building services coordination .
- Advanced Revit modelling skills .
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset .
- Experience across life sciences or related sectors preferred.
- Working knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign, and MS Office is advantageous.
- Passion for innovation within laboratory and research environments .
What’s On Offer
- Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits package .
- Car allowance (approx. 10% of base salary).
- Hybrid working and flexible arrangements.
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off .
- Generous pension scheme and flexible benefits (health, travel, cycle scheme).
- Structured learning & development programme with funded memberships.
- Enhanced family leave policies .
- Inclusive, collaborative, and international working environment .
Why Apply?
- Join a forward-thinking consultancy shaping the future of life sciences and laboratory environments .
- Work on landmark projects across biopharma, research, and innovation hubs .
- Be part of a culture that values diversity, creativity, and professional growth .
