Architectural Designer

Wsp

The Role

Overview

Design and develop building projects, from concept to construction docs, ensuring sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

  • technical docs
  • site data
  • quality control
  • concept design
  • architectural drawings
  • cost estimation

Tasks

-Prepare technical documentation, including reports, renderings, calculations, and 2D/3D illustrations for design interpretation and presentation. -Collect and analyze site data, surveys, maps, and environmental information to support design and construction planning. -Maintain quality control standards for measurements, documentation, and design accuracy. -Contribute to concept development and design strategies that prioritize safety, functionality, and future-ready solutions. -Assist in developing and scoping small- to medium-sized building projects, including preparing architectural drawings and visualizations. -Conduct research and inspections of proposed and existing site conditions to ensure compliance with design standards and permitting requirements. -Support feasibility studies and risk assessments related to design and construction challenges. -Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support construction layout, material selection, cost estimation, and project scheduling.

Requirements

  • autocad
  • revit
  • sketchup
  • adobe
  • bachelor’s
  • 3‑5yr

What You Bring

-Familiarity with building planning, drawing standards, design, and construction management; including restorative and new design. -Familiarity with process and concepts for sustainability, green building design, and reducing and eliminating the use or generation of hazardous substances/greenhouse gas. -Strong interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to a technical and non-technical audience. -Competent creative, visualization, and technical drawing skills. -Highly familiar with relevant building and construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements. -Capable self-leadership with attention to detail, accuracy, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment. -Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, or closely related discipline. -Experience with discipline-specific design software (i.e. AutoCAD, REVIT, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite). -Basic proficiency with technical writing, office automation, technology, math principles, graphics, spreadsheets, and tools. -3 to 5 years of relevant post education experience in the learned discipline. -Prior design experience. -Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as part of a team to meet business objectives. -Knowledge of architectural principles, practices, process, and the application to project work-related issues. -Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. -Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek. -Analytical mindset with an ability to exercise sound judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.

The Company

About Wsp

-Partners with clients to create sustainable, efficient, and resilient solutions. -Known for iconic projects like the One World Trade Center and London's Crossrail. -Provides cutting-edge services in transportation, energy, water, and commercial developments. -Blends technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to solve complex challenges globally.

Sector Specialisms

Waste Management and Landfill

Water & Wastewater Tunnels

Water and Wastewater Treatment

Water Supply and Distribution

Parks and Open Spaces

Rail and Transit Advisory

Rail Design

Rail Electrification

Rail Planning

Refurbishment and Retrofit

Risk and Resilience for Bridges and Civil Structures

Stormwater and Flood Risk Management

Structural Engineering for Healthcare

Sustainability and ESG Solutions

Sustainable Building Consulting

Sustainable Design for Healthcare

Tailings & Mine Waste Management

Train Control Systems

Tunnel Seismic and Earthquake Engineering

Tunnel Structural Engineering

Waste and Resources Sector (including thermal treatment, biomass energy, carbon capture, materials recovery facilities, organic waste treatment, advanced conversion, waste transfer facilities, landfill management)

Healthcare Strategy and Planning

Property Consultancy

Cost Management

Project and Programme Management

Life Sciences Strategy