Architectural Designer Lead

Architectural Designer Lead (Midweight Architectural Designer) | Design & Creative Studio | London, UK

About Us 

At WeWork, we provide flexible workspace solutions to help businesses of all sizes thrive in more than 37 countries worldwide. The future of work is here, and we’re not just a part of that movement—we’re leading it. United by a desire to build a global community, our purpose is to give members the support to do their best work, and the space to take their ideas to new heights. Join us as we empower tomorrow’s world at work.

About the Opportunity

WeWork seeks an architectural designer with at least 4 years of experience for our London Design Studio. The architectural designer will aid in the creation of vibrant co-working environments, collaborative spaces, and special projects. The successful candidate will be involved in a rapid project schedule that requires organisation, tenacity, and the ability to work with others. Periodic travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects independently, including establishing own timelines, sticking to deadlines, and managing own workload. 

• Space Planning: For each project, identify and arrange the functional requirements, high-level programming, code analysis, and space planning. Produce all design and handoff packages using Revit, including programming, layout, AoR and GC handoff, and stakeholder-related deliverables.

• Design Deliverables: Produce complete design packages, including interior design drawings, lighting strategy, joinery and FF&E specifications, technical drawings, and AoR and GC coordination.

• Member’s Support: Manage the relationship and the design deliverables for Configured Member Projects throughout the presales process. Focus on producing and coordinating architectural test-fits to support management agreements, internal reprogramming requests, and sales requests, ensuring quality sign-offs by the Design Studio leadership.

• Collaborate with the Design & Creative Director, and Design Manager at every design milestone to ensure comprehensive and executable design intent aligned with project briefs. Ensure that every design deliverable complies with WeWork’s quality assurance guidelines and standards for design, documentation, project management, cost, and local code. 

• Work closely with internal stakeholders and external consultants and suppliers to ensure the design and quality are executed as per specifications.  Provide regular, timely updates on project progress and address concerns promptly and professionally.

• Source new materials, fabrics, and FF&E suppliers. 

• Monitor costs to ensure projects are on budget. 

• Attend project and client meetings and site visits.

• Portfolios must be submitted for consideration.

About You

• Bachelors or Masters degree in architecture or interior design from an accredited university or equivalent practical experience.

• 4+ years of professional design, construction, or operation in high-quality commercial or hospitality projects. Mixed-use residential, cultural, and institutional experiences also will be considered.

• Excellent verbal, written, and graphic communication skills, and the ability to articulate concepts and ideas to internal stakeholders and members.  

• Proficient in the following programs: BIM Revit (Essential), Enscape, Photoshop, all things Google, Bluebeam Revu, Adobe Creative Suite, and MS Office. 

• Unparalleled design and space planning acumen. 

• Ability to analyse, interpret, and incorporate metrics and data into design solutions.

• Knowledge of construction industry best practices, buildings, and accessibility codes

• Exceptional at joinery design with a great understanding of critical FF&E principles and dimensions.

• Having a good understanding of construction materials, a keen eye for finishes, and an ability to use colour combinations effectively. 

• Possessing good spatial perception and sensitivity towards lighting requirements in each space.

• Passionate and curious about the built environment. Maintain a desire for knowledge about all aspects of what we do at WeWork and look for ways to contribute your knowledge and learn from others.

Life At WeWork

Being a WeWorker is more than just a job. We believe the magic of work is sparked by the passion you bring, the places you go, the people you meet, and the purpose you follow. And it starts here. Here you will brush shoulders with those who dare to dream and do. Here you will be welcomed by a diverse community that embraces and inspires you—because together we can achieve more. Here we challenge ideas, and explore new ways of getting things done. Whether you are part of our Employee Community Groups, or part of a global project, we ask you to bring your open-minded attitude and collaborative spirit. In return, you will be part of a team where your unique perspectives are celebrated.

WeWork is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil status, pregnancy (or pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression, transgender status or gender reassignment, race, color, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including genetic testing and characteristics), military or veteran status, or any other grounds or characteristic that is protected under the law.