BDP Lighting delivers people centred designs. Teamwork, concept development and collaboration are at the heart of our working methods and we are firmly committed to the sustainability of our environment. We have an opportunity within our Manchester office for a suitably qualified individual to join our team at junior level and be part of a wide range of exciting projects.

About you

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a lighting design consultancy and proficiency in all relevant software packages. Knowledge of daylight design and 3D drafting will be advantageous. You will need to be able to demonstrate the ability to develop and illustrate lighting concepts from internal briefings, through to completion. Ideally, the successful candidate will be a graduate (or equivalent) with a 2:1 or above degree. Skills in Photoshop, InDesign and AutoCAD are required. Knowledge of lighting calculations, daylight design, Revit and 3D CAD will be advantageous.

You will demonstrate a collaborative team-working style and enjoy working to tight deadlines. You will be able to work effectively with people from all backgrounds and have excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.

About us

BDP is a continuous collective of architects, engineers, designers, and urbanists. We design at every scale from city masterplans, neighbourhoods, parks, streets, and buildings to specialist, bespoke light and acoustic installations.

We are place makers who work at every stage of the design process from visioning to briefing to design, delivery, and operation. We respond to the demands of our dynamic and ever-changing planet with cross-discipline design thinking that spans all of life’s activities, protects the environment, and enhances social value.

Harnessing our collective ethos, the spirit of BDP is about making places for people. Our structure and governance as a global network of federated city studios creates design hubs that are connected to the cities, regions, and communities they serve.

As part of the Nippon Koei Group, we fuse our passion for architecture and engineering with user-centered design and large-scale infrastructure projects to deliver world-class solutions for better, more prosperous places.

BDP offers

In return, BDP offers a great opportunity for your personal development with exposure to the full range of BDP’s skills and expertise, as well as an attractive remuneration package that includes a competitive salary, flexible pension allowance, private medical insurance, contribution towards professional subscriptions, a great working environment and excellent prospects for career advancement.

To apply

To apply for the role please click on the ‘Apply’ button below the vacancy. You will then need to complete the online application form and attach an up-to-date CV with a cover letter (<400 words) outlining how your skills and experience match the requirements for the above job description. Please state your salary expectations and notice period in your cover letter. Your application will then be passed on to our recruiting directors for review. If successful, you will be notified by our system inviting you in for an interview.

BDP is actively fostering an inclusive organisation where people can be themselves and everyone has a sense of belonging. We want our teams to be diverse at every level, reflecting the communities we design for. As designers, we will create spaces for all that promote equity, wellbeing, and participation within the built environment. We actively encourage people from a variety of backgrounds with different skills, professional and life experiences, to join us and help us to achieve our aspirations. We also welcome applications from candidates who wish to work flexibly. BDP also operates a hybrid working policy.

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