Architectural Designer (5-9 Years)

Role: Architectural Designer (5-9 years) (multiple positions available)

Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract

Hours: 9am - 6pm, Monday - Friday. This position is fully in-office 5 days per week.

Location: Central London

Role Description

Kohn Pedersen Fox is seeking to recruit well-rounded Intermediate level Architectural Designers to work in its central London office on a number of exciting large-scale international and local projects.

The successful applicants will be responsible for specific design aspects of an assigned project, including developing designs, computational modelling, preparation of architectural drawings and working closely with senior designers and other building professionals.

Minimum Requirements

Requires a minimum RIBA Part 2 qualification or equivalent in Architecture, Architectural Design or a closely related field, plus 5 years of post-graduate progressive experience as an Architect, Architectural Designer, or related occupation and 5 years of experience with the below:

Conceptualising, creating, designing, planning and developing new construction projects through all phases, including concept design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation and construction administration

Utilising architectural design, including MEP systems, structural systems, vertical transportation systems, façade and curtail wall design technical details, taking into account code and zoning requirements, environmental regulations, urban constraints and cities’ requirements.

Preparing presentations though all phases using Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.

Using Rhino, Enscape, and Photoshop to perform 3D modelling, designing, rendering, and visualisation.

Drafting technical drawing sets and other architectural documents through all phases using CAD and Revit software.

Work Environment

This position requires you to be in person in our London office 5 days per week, 9am - 6pm.

Why KPF?

KPF's mission is to elevate cities through impactful design, collaborating closely with the world's most forward-thinking clients to create high performing, carefully crafted buildings that are unique to their physical, social, and environmental contexts.

Career Growth: Opportunities for training, development, and career progression.

Company Culture: Collaborative, high performance environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.

Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance including medical and dental, pension scheme with generous company-matching contributions, enhanced paid family leave and other benefits.

KPF is an Equal Opportunities Employer. You must have the Right to Work in the UK.

This position requires you to be in-person 5 days per week.

Applications submitted without a resume and portfolio will not be considered.