HLM Architects

We are a UK & Ireland practice with strong connections across all of our studios in London, Sheffield, Cardiff, Glasgow, Belfast, Plymouth, Birmingham, and Dublin. We work collaboratively as one team structured by sector, sharing resources, knowledge and skills. Ranked as one of the top 20 largest practices in the UK this year, other recent accolades include: AJ100 List of UK's Top Architectural Practices 2025 Shortlisted, AJ100 Awards - Employer of the Year 2025 Shortlisted, Architect of Year Awards - Social Value Architect of the Year 2025 Shortlisted, Architect of Year Awards - Employer of the Year 2025 Highly Commended, MMC Awards - Architectural Practice of the Year 2025 Opportunity We are looking for a GIS Developer & Analyst to join our growing SDA team. You will produce high quality maps and spatial outputs for live projects, integrate geospatial data into interactive web applications, create actionable business dashboards, develop and automate geospatial workflows, conduct advanced analysis (transport, environmental, wellbeing), and contribute to the development of GIS powered tools within HLM's Thoughtful Design Toolkit. Your work will support strategic decisions by transforming raw data into clear, visual insights that drive project outcomes. Key Responsibilities Spatial Data Mapping & Analysis Provide day to day GIS support across projects, working closely with architects, landscape and urban designers. Process, organise, clean, transform, validate datasets, including vector, raster, tabular and open source geographic data to ensure high quality inputs for analysis. Produce high quality, publication ready maps and data visualisations tailored to diverse audiences, from internal design teams to planning authorities and clients. GIS Programming & Tooling Work proficiently in QGIS (and/or ArcGIS) for data mapping and processing. Develop and document GIS processing workflows, models and scripts. Write Python scripts for geospatial data processing using libraries such as GeoPandas, NumPy, etc. Query and manage spatial databases using PostGIS and SQL. Support the development of web based GIS applications. Develop dashboards using Power BI or equivalent tools. Contribute to automated data pipelines that connect GIS outputs to other applications. Contribute geospatial components to our Thoughtful Design Toolkit. Advanced Urban Analytics Work with diverse data types including environmental, transport, IoT and sensor data, applying appropriate spatial methods for each context. Run advanced analytics such as pedestrian flows, microclimate performance, accessibility, kernel density, space syntax, urban form etc. Apply statistical analysis techniques to uncover patterns and trends that influence decision making (e.g. spatial clustering, regression, autocorrelation measures). Support master planning and urban design projects with evidence based spatial intelligence, including site modelling, computational design workflows and design scenario testing. Collaboration & Communication Engage directly with architects, landscape and urban designers to understand project needs and data requirements and translate them into analytical briefs. Translate complex data into clear, compelling narratives that inform and enhance the design process. Produce high quality, accessible and beautiful data visualisations. Keep clear records of data sources, workflows and outputs, contributing to a growing internal knowledge base and data library. Support internal documentation and capacity building for GIS. Skills & Experience Essential Expert use of QGIS (and/or ArcGIS) for spatial analysis and cartographic outputs. Excellent knowledge of Python for spatial workflows (GeoPandas, NumPy, OSMnx, Overpass API). Experience with relational databases with spatial extensions (PostgreSQL/PostGIS, MySQL, Oracle DB or Microsoft SQL Server). Experience working with open and proprietary geospatial data (Ordnance Survey, OpenStreetMap, government portals and others). Strong understanding of coordinate reference systems, data formats (SHP, GeoJSON, GeoTIFF, etc.). Experience in advanced data analysis & engineering (harvesting, cleaning, pre processing, ingesting). Desirable Familiarity with cloud based GIS platforms. Experience with AI guided GIS workflows. Development of web based GIS applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JSON, GeoJSON, Bootstrap, jQuery, AJAX or PHP. Knowledge of R for data analysis and spatial statistics. Space syntax tools and methods (e.g. depthmapX or equivalent). Experience with big data, environmental, transport, IoT or sensor datasets. Familiarity with Rhino and Grasshopper for urban computational design workflows. Power BI integration with GIS data and spatial dashboards. Machine learning applied to spatial data or remote sensing analysis. Person Specification The ideal candidate will be a spatially literate data analyst who is comfortable producing both technically precise analytical outputs and beautifully crafted maps. You are curious, proactive, meticulous and detail oriented and can adapt to different situations and tasks with ease. You are a strong communicator, identifying technical problems and proposing solutions, while staying open to explore and adopt new methods, tools and AI guided workflows. You can work comfortably independently and as part of an interdisciplinary digital design technology team. Benefits We offer a friendly studio environment, an award winning lifestyle package and a commitment to your personal development through the HLM Academy. HLM Architects is an Employee Owned Trust, meaning our employees have a sense of ownership, a say in our direction and are rewarded for the part they play in our future success. Inclusion Diversity, inclusion and belonging (DIB) is at the core of our business. We advocate equal opportunities and create an inclusive working environment for all. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different mode please contact our HR team for assistance. Equal Opportunities HLM Architects is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

A leading architecture firm is seeking an experienced Healthcare Architect to join their team in London. The role offers the opportunity to lead healthcare projects across the UK and Ireland. The ideal candidate should have at least five years of post qualification experience, proficiency in ArchiCAD or Revit, and strong design skills. The firm promotes a friendly environment and values personal development. Diverse and inclusive workplace culture is emphasized.

We are looking for an experienced Healthcare Architect to complement our friendly and dynamic healthcare team. Based in our London studio, you will have the opportunity to lead projects across the UK and Ireland. We are a UK & Ireland practice with strong connections across all of our studios in London, Sheffield, Cardiff, Glasgow, Plymouth, Belfast and Dublin. We work collaboratively as one team structured by sector, sharing resources, knowledge and skills. Ranked as one of the top 25 largest practices in the UK this year, other recent accolades include: AJ100 List of UK's Top Architectural Practices 2025 Best Companies Top 10 Best Mid-Sized Companies to work for 2025 Shortlisted, AJ100 Awards - Employer of the Year 2025 Shortlisted, Architect of Year Awards - Social Value Architect of the Year 2025 Shortlisted, Architect of Year Awards - Employer of the Year 2025 Highly Commended, MMC Awards - Architectural Practice of the Year 2025 Winner Building Awards: Every Person Counts, the people strategy award 2022 Winner RSUA Design Awards - Altnagelvin Hospital Winner Irish Design & Excellence Awards 2022- Healthcare Project of the Year - NCH Satellite Centre at Tallaght University Hospital We are seeking a fully qualified architect with a minimum of five years' post qualification experience. You will exhibit the following skills / experience: The equivalent of at least 5 years' post qualification experience working in a UK architecture practice Demonstrate recent experience of working on healthcare projects Strong design ability Good communication skills; verbal, written and presentation Proficiency in ArchiCAD or Revit, Adobe Suite (including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop); understanding of BIM processes would be an advantage A good understanding of HBN/HTM guidance Technical capability with a good understanding of building regulations and construction technologies Ability to work individually and as part of a team Is self-motivated with a passion for design and client satisfaction We offer a friendly studio environment, an award-winning lifestyle package, and a commitment to your personal development through the HLM Academy. We are also an Employee Owned Trust, which means our employees have a sense of ownership, a say in our direction and are rewarded for the part they play in our future success. Diversity, inclusion and belonging (DIB) is at the core of our business. We advocate equal opportunities, creating an inclusive working environment for all. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different mode please contact our HR team for assistance. If you think this role could be for you, please send your CV and examples of your work. Those shortlisted will be contacted. HLM Architects is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Hospitality Sector Lead to support growth across our regional studios. This key role works directly with the Director/Board Sponsor and Regional leads, combining specialist sector knowledge, design leadership, project delivery, and work winning to help expand our Hospitality portfolio throughout the regions. The role is based in Sheffield, London, or Birmingham Studio. Key Responsibilities Sector Support & Growth Support the Director/Board Sponsor in delivering the sector strategy. Provide leadership and specialist hotel brand expertise to support work winning across the regional studios. Contribute to business development activities, bids, and client engagement. Identify new opportunities and support pipeline development. Design & Technical Leadership Lead and contribute to the design of HLM's hospitality projects, ensuring design excellence. Apply sector specific knowledge to develop innovative, practical solutions that focus on operational efficiency and customer experience. Champion best practice and continuous improvement across projects. Project Delivery Ensure delivery to programme, budget, and quality expectations. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. Share lessons learned and drive efficiencies across the sector. Knowledge Sharing & Innovation Promote collaboration across Sectors, disciplines and regions. Capture and share lessons learned from projects. Contribute to innovation in design and sustainability. About You Essential Qualifications Qualified Architect (ARB/RIBA or equivalent). Minimum 5+ years post qualification experience. Proven experience designing and delivering Hospitality projects for a range of brands. Strong design and technical capability. Experience supporting bids, proposals, or client presentations. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Desirable Qualifications Experience in MMC and adaptive re use. Why Join Us? You will be joining a team with strong ambitions in the residential sector, where your expertise will directly influence both project outcomes and sector growth. This is a role with real opportunity to make an impact. The position requires travel between our studios to support growth across the business. We offer a friendly studio environment, an award winning lifestyle package, and a commitment to your personal development through the HLM Academy. We are an employee owned trust, giving our staff a sense of ownership, a say in our direction, and rewards for their contribution to future success. Diversity, inclusion and belonging (DIB) is at the core of our business. We advocate equal opportunities and create an inclusive working environment for all. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different mode, please contact our HR team for assistance. HLM Architects is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

A leading architectural firm is seeking an experienced Hospitality Sector Lead based in Sheffield, London, or Birmingham. This role requires proven experience in designing and delivering hospitality projects, along with strong design and technical capabilities. Successful candidates will support business development activities and ensure project delivery meets program and quality expectations. The position offers a collaborative environment and opportunities for personal development through the HLM Academy.