Wood is recruiting for Architectural Designers - (contract) with good CAD capability to be based in our Reading office on a contract basis. In this role, you will provide architectural design and drawing services on a large FEED or EPC projects.

Key aspects will include:

• Design of process, equipment and other plant buildings
• Production of technically sound architectural drawings and other deliverables using MicroStation, in accordance with Project standards and schedules
• Coordination of deliverables with other engineering disciplines
• Design and coordination of project buildings as directed by Lead Architect
• Report to the Lead Architect on technical and schedule issues within the project
• Preparation of Architectural drawings in accordance with Wood Technical Work
• Practices, project standards and client standards
• Ensure sound build ability of all design work along with effective and accurate coordination with other disciplines
• Keep abreast of Project strategies and key drivers. Maintain familiarisation with project Discipline Design Instructions
• Regular coordination with the assigned Drafting Team to ensure uniformity in design and drafting activities in addition to checking drawings against design basis and mark-ups before issue

• Architectural and design qualifications
• Has acquired a broad experience of Energy industry projects
• Experience of involvement / development of project teams
• Experience of client management and briefing activities
• Experience of coordination activities within a multi-disciplinary environment
• Sound technical and building construction knowledge
• Good MicroStation experience and abilities
• Experience of overseas project work and clients an advantage
• Experience of client standards / industry standards in Wood business areas an advantage
• Good communication and IT skills
• Knowledge of ‘Green Building’ principles