Studio Lead _ Regional Science and Higher Education

IBI Group:

We are a global architecture, engineering, planning and technology firm defining the cities of tomorrow.

By connecting design and technology, we change how people experience their built environment. We work across disciplines to create the intelligent systems, sustainable buildings and efficient infrastructure that shapes the way people live, move, learn and heal.

With over 3,000 employees and 60+ offices around the world, we understand what it takes to work locally and scale globally.

At IBI, we’re defining the cities of tomorrow.

Position Summary:

IBI Group is expanding our Science and Higher Education team and as such we are seeking a highly motivated Architect with leadership skills and proven experience in this sector.

IBI Group is a design led practice capable of delivering complex, high profile projects of all scales and we demonstrate the genuine improvements our designs make through IBI THiNK, our in-house R&D programme.

We are seeking a leader to build presence, credibility, and capability for our Science team and we welcome applications from highly motivated and qualified Architects with leadership skills and proven experience in this sector.    You will operate within the broader Buildings Workstream which includes other sectors such as Healthcare, Education, Living, and Interiors and there is significant opportunity for you enjoy the cross over between these areas as well as other business streams in Systems and Infrastructure.

You will drive the UK&I sector strategy for 2022+ across your Studio in consultation with your IBI Group peers and be responsible for the future development of that strategy for your region which will incorporate London, Oxford, Cambridge and the broader South East of England.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the Science Sector within an expanding firm and growth sector.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leading and supporting on projects with ultimate responsibility for programme and budget management, effective time and resources management and promoting best practice & knowledge within the Studio
• Together with bid and marketing teams, lead business development, work pipeline, work winning and marketing initiatives including coordinating the preparation of proposals
• Deliver effective and efficient management of resources within the Studio
• Undertake the assessment of opportunities using the Decision-to-Bid process and recommend projects to pursue
• Once identified, lead bids in the Sector from Prequalification Stage through to Tender, Interview.
• Act as Project Director and point of client on projects in the Studio
• Contribute to the ongoing and overall success of the Sector, region and IBI Group - support and strengthen IBI Group’s vision, goals and values
• Promote collaborative working practices throughout the region and nationally, championing the aims of harmonisation and excellence
• Adopt and promote excellent people management practices
• Interface with clients, consultants, contractors, and others during various stages of project development.
• Manage work assignments on projects, within group and with other disciplines
• Coordinating contract documents, design, consulting teams and follow projects through to completion (contract administration)
• Resolve complex technical and design issues

• Naturally you’ll hold full ARB Registration.
• Experience of leadership in an Architectural Practice and a background working with public and private research establishments, and Russell Group Universities
• Competent when leading complex research and science projects (public and / or private) with Project Director level experience
• Knowledgeable in the use of BIM on project delivery
• Committed to an Evidence Based Approach to design
• Demonstrable experience of securing new commissions from Russell Group Universities, scientific research and / or commercial research organisations
• Established existing network of contacts within the sector
• Experienced in commercial management and negotiation of fees

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

As part of IBI Group's selection process, candidates may be requested to consent to background checks relevant to the role they are under consideration for and prior to receiving a job offer. These could include work references, education and credential confirmation, employment verification, identity check, credit report, criminal offence and driver’s license record. 

IBI Group provides a competitive benefits package and pays association dues and licensing fees.