Architect - Design Delivery Unit at Global Design Studio Verified listing

Architect at Global Design Studio
Location: Central London

Join a Top 20 employee-owned practice who turns ambitious concepts into buildable, future-ready architecture. You will bridge the gap between visionary design and flawless site execution across data centres, mixed-use schemes, and civic projects while protecting the original design intent.

Responsibilities

• Lead RIBA Stages 3-6, translating planning approvals into coordinated technical packages

• Optimise concepts to add commercial value, carbon savings, and user comfort

• Chair consultant workshops and manage BIM-based clash resolution for Design and Build or traditional contracts

• Audit drawings for compliance with Building Regulations, planning conditions, and studio quality standards

• Prepare production information that contractors can safely build from, then monitor works on site

• Contribute to tender reviews, value engineering, and material substitutions without design drift

• Mentor Part 2 architects and coordinate resources across UK and international studios

Skills & Experience

• RIBA or ARB registered Architect with at least three years post-Part 3, including project-running duties

• Proven delivery of advanced technology or mission-critical facilities in the UK

• Expert knowledge of UK Parts B, L, M, and the latest fire-safety and energy directives

• Fluency in Revit, Navisworks, and model-based QA tools; Dynamo scripting desirable

• Confident communicator able to lead contractor meetings and negotiate scope, fee, and programme

• Comfortable switching between D&B, Construction Management, and Traditional contract environments

Benefits

• Salary: £40-50k

• Hybrid pattern: three studio days, two flexible work-from-anywhere days + more benefits.

Shape projects where technical precision meets architectural ambition.

Send your CV and concise portfolio today to build the infrastructure of tomorrow.