Interior Technical Architect in London

At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together we can achieve great things.

Success at SOM Means

• Ideas: We believe in a meritocracy of ideas. We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm.
• Knowledge: We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning. We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge.
• Product: We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work.
• Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work. Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm.
• Team: We value the power of interdisciplinary integration. A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential.
• Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work.

Position Summary

This is a detail-oriented; proactive role and must be responsible for managing the technical development, coordination, and documentation of projects from design development through construction administration. You will collaborate with project teams, consultants, and clients to ensure successful project execution while maintaining design integrity, technical accuracy, and compliance with building codes and firm standards. This role will report to and work with the Technical Lead on the project/s to manage all technical aspects of the project.

Position Responsibilities

• Generate construction documents in coordination with mechanical, building systems, codes and ADA requirements.
• Be the main point of contact in the construction administration phase. Attend project site meetings and write field observation reports, RFI responses. Conduct shop drawing reviews.
• Coordinate the work of consultants including MEP, Acoustics, Structural and AV.
• Attend meetings to ascertain the technical requirements to be incorporated in the construction documents.
• Actively lead a project with periodic supervision.
• Produce, coordinate and/or oversee presentation and contract deliverables such as diagrams, 3D Models, drawings etc.
• Effectively & actively collaborate both internally and externally with consultants and clients.
• Integrate interdisciplinary criteria to effectively move forward the design of distinct portions of large projects or entire projects of a small scale.
• Demonstrate an advanced understanding of building materials, systems, specifications etc.
• Manage time and workload of own work efforts and those of others.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Inspires and leads others by example, participates in staff mentoring and training, clearly defines team member expectations and responsibilities, empowers others, and delegates where appropriate based on team members’ recognized abilities and potential.
• Directly supervises staff and is committed to direct reports’ professional development.
• Develops and engages in talent strategy to find specialists, leaders, and future professionals for the firm through resume review and interviews.
• In collaboration with team members, develops a clear and consistent work plan to achieve the project budget, deliverables, and schedule.
• Actively engages in internal and external professional development opportunities.
• Contributes to the implementation of sustainable strategies in all project assignments and the associated development of staff knowledge.
• Contributes to the development of standards, policies, and procedures.
• Protects SOM from financial and legal risk.

Minimum Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture or Interior Design.
• Professional licensure; LEED accreditation strongly preferred.
• Minimum 6 years of experience or equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities in corporate interiors.
• Construction Documents and detailing Experience.
• Construction Administration and site experience interacting with contractors.
• Familiarity with building codes.
• Knowledge of building systems used for interior construction.
• Advanced Revit experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

At SOM, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace. We believe an inclusive environment benefits our employees, our firm, and our community, while also enriching and challenging our own thinking about design. We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Portfolios must be submitted for all design and project management positions (Architecture, Interiors, City Design, Graphics, etc). Applications without work samples will not be reviewed. Portfolios should be one PDF attachment, 10-20 pages, maximum 5 MB. Submit portfolios as part of your application in the section where the application asks you for your Resume or CV.