Junior Architect

• Undertake project-specific feasibility studies, test-fit layouts and early-stage architectural design activities for new units, refurbishments and other live capital projects.


• Produce architectural drawings, layouts, presentations and design information required to evaluate, develop, approve and deliver individual projects. 


• Translate commercial, operational, site, landlord and brand requirements into practical design solutions under the direction of the Head of Design.  


• Support the development of project design briefs by coordinating the information required to establish the basis of design for each capital project.  


• Collate and coordinate project-specific requirements including lease demise, surveys and existing site information, commercial assumptions, category mix, operational requirements, budget and programme.  


• Coordinate design inputs and project information between SSP stakeholders, external architects, designers, consultants, landlords, franchise partners and other project participants.  


• Review architectural and design information produced by external project teams, identifying missing information, conflicts or matters requiring clarification and escalating these to the Head of Design as appropriate.  


• Assist with the progression of projects through internal design governance and the Schematic Design Committee process, coordinating submissions, comments, design actions and updated project information.  


• Support the franchise partner design approval process by coordinating project-specific drawings, design submissions, comments and revisions with partners such as Starbucks, Tortilla and LEON.  


• Interpret relevant franchise and brand design standards and coordinate with the Head of Design, architects and designers to ensure that these are appropriately incorporated into each project.  


• Coordinate responses to franchise partner design comments and communicate agreed requirements to the relevant architects, designers and project stakeholders.  


• Update project-specific drawings and design information to reflect agreed internal, landlord and franchise partner requirements.  

• Track design comments, decisions and outstanding information required to progress projects through design development and approval.


• Support architects and designers in resolving project-specific design queries by coordinating the required inputs from SSP’s commercial, operational and project stakeholders.  


• Produce and coordinate project-specific design information required to support progression into detailed design, procurement and construction.  


• Maintain accurate project drawing packages, approval records and design documentation throughout the project development lifecycle.  


• Assist with the development of project-specific architectural details and design solutions that support the successful implementation of approved schemes.  


• Undertake appropriate feasibility and early-stage design activities internally, helping to reduce reliance on external architectural and design consultants.  


• Take responsibility for assigned project design deliverables and coordination activities, completing them accurately and in line with agreed project programmes.  

Essential:

• Degree-level qualification in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Interior Architecture, Interior Design or another relevant design discipline.


• Architectural and spatial design capability, with the ability to produce feasibility studies and test-fit layouts.


• Proficiency in AutoCAD & REVIT and the ability to produce accurate and professional architectural drawings.


• Experience using SketchUp or equivalent 3D design software.


• Ability to interpret a project brief and translate commercial, operational and spatial requirements into practical design solutions.


• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, surveys and technical design information.


• Understanding of the principal stages of architectural design development and project delivery.


• Ability to produce clear drawings, layouts and presentation information for project review and approval.


• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, coordinated design information.


• Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with architects, designers, consultants and franchise partners.


• An understanding of how operational, commercial, site and brand requirements influence project design.


• Ability to manage assigned design activities and deliverables to agreed project deadlines. 

• Experience producing feasibility studies or test-fit layouts for retail, food and beverage or other commercial spaces.


• Experience within retail, food and beverage, hospitality and/or travel environments.


• Experience working on airport, railway station or transport-related projects.


• Experience coordinating project information with external architects, designers or specialist consultants.


• Exposure to new-build, refurbishment or fit-out capital projects.


• Exposure to franchise or licensed brand design standards.


• Experience supporting internal, landlord or brand design review and approval processes.


• Understanding of food and beverage operational and back-of-house requirements.


• Understanding of existing building, landlord, lease and site constraints.


• Knowledge of relevant UK Building Regulations and accessibility requirements.


• Awareness of project budgets, programmes and the implications of design decisions on project delivery.


• Experience working across multiple live projects in a fast-paced commercial environment.