Principal Architect

4 weeks ago


Plymouth, United Kingdom Assystem Full time

ABOUT ASSYSTEM Assystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world.
Every day, our 7,500 switchers located in 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Pacific Asia & Africa) connect their six thousand billion neurons to tackle the task of the century: switching to low-carbon energy.
We are a collective committed to the actors who are making the energy switch.
Sharing our knowledge, expertise and values allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition.
Drawing on more than 55 years' experience in highly regulated sectors subject to strict security and safety requirements, we provide our customers with engineering and project management services, as well as digital services and solutions to optimize the performance of complex infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle.
The Group is currently ranked third in the world for nuclear engineering.
To ensure a viable, efficient, and reliable energy future for all.
JOB DESCRIPTION Your future team: We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Architect to join our Defence client's Major Infrastructure Projects directorate.
This division is responsible for delivering significant new and upgraded dock, berth, and building infrastructure projects essential for supporting the ship and submarine sustainment programs.
Your missions: Delivering the architectural aspects of the facility, ensuring systems are designed with a clear statement of compliance and meet all relevant HSE requirements.
Managing the architectural elements of the Dock Facility upgrade, ensuring technical performance, and making informed technical responses.
Providing expert guidance and technical reviews of architectural design packages, ensuring their integration with other design packages.
Overseeing the production of design documentation, ensuring it meets agreed standards, schedules, and budgets.
Contributing to the project's technical planning process by identifying key factors for effective project implementation.
Managing risks effectively, ensuring that all staff and contractors are aware of the hazards and risks associated with the project.
Why join the community of Switchers?
This is a unique and exciting opportunity for a seasoned architect looking to advance their career in a top 3 ranked Nuclear Engineering company while contributing to critical Defence design and safety projects.
We also offer competitive benefits, including: 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays 8% company pension contributions Healthcare cash-plan to get money back on dental, medical, physical care Employee assistance programme including 24/7 access to free mental health support, virtual gym classes and more Get professional and industry membership fees paid for.
MY PROFILE Qualifications/Skills to be successful: A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture is required.
Chartered Architect status, registered with RIBA, is highly desirable.
Extensive experience in managing complex building designs, particularly within heavily regulated environments.
Experience in major civil infrastructure projects in the marine environment.
Previous experience with highly complex buildings in the nuclear sector is desirable but not essential.
Strong technical expertise in architectural design, with the ability to provide subject matter expert advice and guidance.
Demonstrated ability to manage and review design packages by subconsultants, ensuring integration with multi-discipline infrastructure systems.
Umbrella contractor position but staff solutions accepted.
Most work from local Assystem office or home location with occasional visits to Client site in Plymouth.
BPSS required to start but SC needed thereafter.
Must be Sole UK nationals.
We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company.
We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions.
Skills, talent, and our people's ability to dare are the only things that matter
Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.
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