Architect - Estate Plot Manager (Health and Life Sciences) in London

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WSP is a leading specialist consultancy, transforming environments for clients in health and life sciences. We are helping organisations to become more efficient and effective in the core sectors that we work in; whether improving patient pathways for the NHS, developing laboratories to facilitate world-leading science, or rationalising educational campuses to attract the highest calibre students and research investment.

Our clients tell us that we are different from other consultancies. They know that we have a wide range of skills across the business that gives us a competitive edge over other organisations. By joining WSP, you will be part of the journey with our clients and colleagues.

A Little More About Your Role… As Plot Manager you will lead the day-to-day management of plot allocation and boundary control on the Defra Client Estate at Weybridge. You will provide the coordination, governance and technical oversight needed to support clear estate planning decisions, ensuring plot information is accurate, agreed and consistently reflected in drawings, records and governance materials.

Working with project teams, client representatives, design and assurance colleagues, you will manage plot requests, assess proposed changes, identify constraints and prepare evidence-based recommendations for approval through the appropriate routes. You will join the Planning Function Team and require strong organisation, stakeholder management and technical coordination skills, with the ability to engage confidently across multiple teams, manage competing views and translate estate and project requirements into clear, controlled plot outputs.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include:

• Manage the plot allocation process, including plot requests, boundary changes, cancellations and associated records.
• Chair regular coordination meetings, maintain action logs and ensure decisions, conditions and next steps are clearly recorded.
• Coordinate inputs from project teams, technical workstreams and estate stakeholders to support robust plot recommendations.
• Review proposed plot changes, identify planning, technical and operational implications, and elevate issues where required.
• Prepare materials for governance review, including plot drawings, recommendation packs and updates for relevant forums.
• Maintain accurate plot information in coordination with the Estate Digitisation Function and ensure updates are reflected in drawings and publications.
• Support alignment between plot allocation, programme requirements, estate strategy and assurance processes.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• Relevant architectural, planning or technical qualification, such as RIBA/ARB Architect or CIAT Architectural Technician.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit and BIM processes.
• Experience in a similar role, with experience in estate planning, technical coordination or design management, ideally within a complex public sector or regulated environment.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate records and communicate clearly with senior stakeholders.
• A collaborative, structured and proactive approach, with confidence working independently and as part of a wider 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.

About Us: We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Work-life balance: At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Belonging: We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.
• 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. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when one needs it most.
• Flex your time: To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
• Your development: We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

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.