Architect

At Bryden Wood, we are expanding our Milan team to support the delivery of some of the world's most complex and ambitious projects for leading technology, pharmaceutical, advanced manufacturing and industrial clients.

We are seeking talented Architects to join our growing team and play a key role in the design and delivery of Data Centres, Life Sciences, Process and other large-scale technical facilities across Europe and beyond. This is a unique opportunity to work on the most complex and technically demanding facilities being delivered today, while helping clients accelerate their sustainability and decarbonisation ambitions.

As part of our Milan studio, you will be fully integrated into our international Architectural team and work closely with colleagues across our UK headquarters and global project teams. You will collaborate with experts in Architecture, Structures, Civils, MEP, Sustainability, Digital Design, and Project Management to develop innovative, coordinated, and efficient design solutions from concept through to delivery.

The role offers exposure to all stages of the design process, with a particular focus on technical design development, multidisciplinary coordination, BIM-led delivery, permitting, and the production of high-quality construction documentation. You will contribute to projects that demand technical excellence, rigorous coordination, and a forward-thinking approach to design and delivery. With the challenge of delivering facilities that support the transition to a lower-carbon future.

Joining Bryden Wood means becoming part of a practice that is redefining how buildings are designed and delivered through design excellence, digital innovation, modern methods of construction, and industrialised design principles. Our teams work at the forefront of the industry, helping clients solve some of their biggest challenges while delivering projects that are smarter, more sustainable, and more efficient.

This is an exciting opportunity for ambitious Architects who want to develop their careers in a truly international environment, work alongside industry-leading professionals, to deliver innovative, highly coordinated solutions for mission-critical and industrial environments.

The Role

As an Architect, you will be an integral member of our Architectural team, contributing to the delivery of complex projects across Europe and beyond. Working within multidisciplinary teams, you will collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and clients to develop coordinated technical solutions, support project delivery from concept through construction, and help deliver innovative, high-quality design outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Become a fully integrated member of our Architectural team in Milan, while contributing to major international projects in collaboration with colleagues across Europe and beyond.
• Support and coordinate the architectural design of highly technical facilities including Data Centres, Life Sciences, Advanced Manufacturing and Process Plants, ensuring seamless integration between architectural, engineering and process design requirements.
• Support and drive Architectural design development from concept through to detailed design (RIBA Stages 2–6, or equivalent local design stages), transforming design intent into coordinated technical solutions and tender documentation, and construction stage support.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant local building regulations, codes, and international standards, adapting technical approaches to suit project-specific jurisdictions.
• Assist in the preparation and coordination of permit and statutory approval documentation for submission to local authorities and professional bodies across multiple international locations.
• Develop spatial coordination strategies, technical detailing, and material specifications under the guidance of Senior Architects, Associates and Project Leads.
• Produce comprehensive architectural documentation, including detailed floor plans, elevations, sections and technical details, ensuring effective integration with structural and MEP infrastructure.
• Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams, actively participating in design reviews, coordination workshops, and clash detection/resolution processes.

What We're Looking For

• Education: Master's Degree in Architecture (or an equivalent 5-year professional qualification). Professional registration with a recognised architectural body (e.g. Ordine degli Architetti, ARB, or international equivalent) is required or actively being pursued, subject to local requirements.
• Technical Design Expertise: Strong experience in architectural technical design development and coordination, particularly across RIBA Stages 3 and 4 (or equivalent local design stages), with the ability to develop complex projects from design intent through to detailed technical delivery.
• International Code Knowledge: Proven ability to interpret, research, and apply a broad range of local building regulations, planning requirements, and international design standards across different project jurisdictions.
• Experience: Minimum 2-5 years' post-qualification experience within architecture, with a strong track record of producing and coordinating detailed technical design and construction documentation.
• Permitting & Approvals: Demonstrable experience supporting the preparation, coordination, and submission of statutory approvals, permit applications, and technical documentation to local authorities and professional bodies across multiple territories.
• Project Experience: Experience delivering large-scale industrial, infrastructure, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, logistics, or other technically complex commercial projects. Previous Data Centre experience is advantageous but not essential, we will provide sector-specific training and support. Candidates with experience in process-led environments and multidisciplinary coordination will be particularly valued.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to confidently collaborate within international, multidisciplinary teams and engage effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Digital Delivery: Advanced proficiency in Revit for BIM authoring, detailed modelling, and technical documentation, alongside strong experience using Navisworks for multidisciplinary coordination, spatial analysis, and clash detection. Rhino and Grasshopper will be beneficial should you be interested in working on industrial and process engineering oriented projects.
• Collaboration: A proactive and team-oriented approach, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment alongside Architecture, Structures, Civils, MEP, Sustainability, and Project Management teams.
• Problem Solving: Strong technical and analytical skills, with a passion for delivering coordinated, high-quality design solutions on complex and challenging projects.

Why this role matters

The industrial and process sectors are undergoing a profound transformation as organisations invest in new technologies, advanced manufacturing, low-carbon production and digital infrastructure. Bryden Wood is at the forefront of this transition, bringing together architects, engineers, sustainability specialists and process designers to create integrated solutions that improve efficiency, reduce embodied and operational carbon, and enable more sustainable industries. We are looking for enthusiastic and curious designers who want to play an active role in shaping the next generation of industrial facilities and contribute to meaningful progress towards global decarbonisation goals.

Why Join Bryden Wood?

At Bryden Wood, you'll have the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and technically challenging projects in the industry, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across Europe and beyond.

What we offer:

• Competitive Reward Package – A highly competitive salary and benefits package, tailored to your experience and expertise.
• 9-Day Fortnight – Enjoy an additional day off every two weeks, with no reduction in salary and no requirement to work additional hours.
• Flexible & Hybrid Working – Benefit from a hybrid working model that supports collaboration, flexibility, and work-life balance.
• International Project Exposure – Work on world-class Data Centre, Industrial, Pharmaceutical, and Advanced Manufacturing and decarbonisation projects for some of the world's leading organisations.
• Collaborative Global Team – Be fully integrated with our UK headquarters and international project teams, working alongside experts across Architecture, Engineering, Sustainability, and Digital Design.
• Professional Development – Access to structured career development, regular performance reviews, mentoring, and clear progression opportunities.
• Continuous Learning – Ongoing technical training, CPD programmes, and knowledge-sharing initiatives to support your professional growth.
• Professional Membership Support – Reimbursement of relevant professional institution membership.
• People-First Culture – Join a friendly, inclusive, and supportive team that values innovation, collaboration, and design excellence.
• Social & Wellbeing Activities – Regular team events, office gatherings, and social activities that help foster a strong sense of community.

This is a unique opportunity to combine the scale and ambition of a global design consultancy with the culture, agility, and personal development opportunities of a growing local team in Milan.

How to Apply

If you are excited by the opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and portfolio as a single PDF document via our application portal. Your portfolio should highlight relevant project experience, your role and responsibilities, and examples of your technical design and coordination work.