Architect / Architectural Technologist – Data Centres & Mission Critical
London | Hybrid Working
My client is a renowned London-based architectural practice with an outstanding reputation for delivering complex, technically driven projects across the UK and internationally. Known for their collaborative culture and design excellence, they are currently seeking an experienced Architect or Architectural Technologist with Data Centre and/or Mission Critical sector experience to join their growing team.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on highly technical, large-scale projects within a supportive and forward-thinking environment that encourages innovation, professional development, and cross-sector collaboration.
The Role
The successful candidate will play a key role in the delivery of mission critical and data centre projects across all project stages, from concept design through to construction and completion. You will be responsible for coordinating multidisciplinary teams, producing high-quality technical information, and ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and contribute to the delivery of Data Centre and Mission Critical projects across multiple RIBA stages
- Coordinate project teams, consultants, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
- Produce and review technical design and construction documentation
- Support project delivery through both traditional and design & build procurement routes
- Maintain strong client relationships and contribute to ongoing business development opportunities
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, codes, and industry standards
- Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment
Requirements
- Qualified Architect or Architectural Technologist
- Minimum 3+ years’ post-qualification experience, ideally including project leadership responsibilities
- Proven experience working on Data Centre and/or Mission Critical projects
- Strong technical and detailing knowledge with excellent design awareness
- Proficiency in Revit and relevant industry software platforms
- Experience delivering projects through traditional and design & build procurement routes
- Strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills
- Commercial awareness with a client-focused approach
- Knowledge of construction regulations, contracts, and best practice standards
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Hybrid and agile working environment
- Opportunity to work on high-profile, technically complex projects
- Clear career progression and professional development support
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Private healthcare, pension scheme, and wellbeing support
- Regular team socials and networking opportunities
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Architect or Architectural Technologist looking to further their career within a respected London practice at the forefront of mission critical design.
If you meet the criteria listed above, please apply with a copy of your CV by pressing the apply button to be considered. We receive many applications so if you do not hear from us within 5 days, please consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.
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*Where we indicate a band of PQE for a role, this indicates how long we would expect an architectural professional to take to gain the level of experience required in an appropriate context. It does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE who can demonstrate that they have acquired the relevant experience.
