Associate Architect

Associate Architect – Laboratory Consulting (Confidential Client)

The Opportunity

• The business is a globally recognised, multi-disciplinary engineering and design consultancy.
• They are seeking an Associate Architect – Laboratory Consulting to lead complex science & life sciences projects.
• Work on cutting-edge laboratories, research facilities, and innovation districts with world-leading clients.
• Involvement across the full project lifecycle: concept design, delivery, and post-occupancy evaluation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead laboratory consulting projects as Project Leader, managing delivery and coordination.
• Provide expert advice to clients, architects, and project stakeholders.
• Drive multi-disciplinary collaboration across architecture, engineering, and design teams.
• Oversee laboratory planning, briefing, and technical design solutions.
• Produce reports, presentations, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the science & technology sector.
• Support bid preparation and fee proposals.
• Mentor and coach junior team members.
• Promote team wellbeing and strong client relationships.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience leading science sector or laboratory design projects.
• Strong background in laboratory planning and briefing.
• Experience delivering complex projects, including fit-outs and building services coordination.
• Advanced Revit modelling skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Experience across life sciences or related sectors preferred.
• Working knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign, and MS Office is advantageous.
• Passion for innovation within laboratory and research environments.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits package.
• Car allowance (approx. 10% of base salary).
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off.
• Generous pension scheme and flexible benefits (health, travel, cycle scheme).
• Structured learning & development programme with funded memberships.
• Enhanced family leave policies.
• Inclusive, collaborative, and international working environment.

Why Apply?

• Join a forward-thinking consultancy shaping the future of life sciences and laboratory environments.
• Work on landmark projects across biopharma, research, and innovation hubs.
• Be part of a culture that values diversity, creativity, and professional growth.