Senior Lab Planner
Joining Arup
We are a global practice of architects within Arup. We design buildings that are simple, purposeful, efficient and beautiful, that are technologically advanced and sensitive to environmental and human needs. As part of a global firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical experts we have unrivalled access to the skills and expertise needed to create ‘Total Architecture’ in line with our founder’s vision.
We are looking for people to join us in our mission to Shape a Better World.
The Role
We are looking for a Senior Lab Planner with expertise and portfolio of designing and delivering Laboratory, R&D, specialist healthcare and clean room manufacturing facilities from concept stage to final handover to join and take a significant role in the Science and Healthcare sectors team based in London (regional base may also be possible e.g. Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester). You will work with UK Architecture, the UK Science Business Lead and other Arup business leaders in the SIT sector to win new work and grow our portfolio, with a focus on the Life Sciences, Healthcare & Cleanroom sector.
The successful candidate will be responsible for enhancing our current delivery of “Total Architecture” predominantly in the Science & Healthcare market and will enhance our cross-discipline collaboration to refine designs by taking a holistic view of all the technical challenges and continue our drive to true “Total Architecture”. You will join our UK team and will work on projects in the UK and globally.
Key responsibilities include:
• Deliver “Total Architecture” (total design and integrated project delivery) approach to our Science & cleanroom projects.
• Direct and work in a design capacity on projects in both Science / Healthcare and also other sectors to suit work load, with a focus on Architectural Lab planning.
• Engage with global design teams to co-ordinate and build Arup’s skills, portfolio and thought leaders in the sector
• Future looking at new technologies in the built environment and the Life Sciences & Cleanroom sector.
• Input or guide submissions where needed.
• Design Management responsibility for Life Science & Cleanroom and other projects in other sectors to suit workload.
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.
You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
Is this role right for you?
The successful candidate would be a qualified building professional (e.g. RIBA/ ARB or equivalent overseas registration) that will work closely with clients and internal Arup teams and external partners.
• Degree holder or above in the built environment
• Extensive background working in a design led environment and directing design teams in response to large major projects.
• Strong design, client liaison and presentation skills.
• Direct and extensive experience designing complex highly serviced new & refurbishment laboratories and clean manufacturing facilities, including in a highly regulated environment such as GLP, GMP, GMO, ACDP, SAPO, MHRA, FDA, HSE, CTSA and CPNI.
• Ability to work closely with Science stakeholders and draft appropriate and comprehensive requirements documents such as Basis of Design (BoD), User Requirement Schedules (URSs), Employers Requirements (ERs) and Schedules of Requirements (SoR).
• Lab Planning skills, including adjacencies, flow and the layout, detailing and specification of equipment and furniture.
• Building design and delivery at all stages from RIBA 0/1 through to completion
• A background of providing direction to international and multidisciplinary design teams.
• Proficiency in design software including revit and free-hand sketching.
Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Sarah Graham sarah-x.graham@arup.com
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What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.
Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Sarah Graham to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
Our Application Process
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