Senior Architect
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General Information
Job Title: Senior Architect
Grade: Manager
Reporting To: Deputy Head of IBC & Broadcast Structures
Department / Division: IBC & Broadcast Structures
Type of Contract: Permanent (CDI)
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Boulogne-Billancourt, France
Purpose of the Job
We are seeking a Senior Architect to lead the Design and Users Relations team for the design and implementation of advanced broadcast-related infrastructure. This position leverages experience with facility design, which is used for accommodating broadcast operations at international sports events, in-depth knowledge of CAD and BIM software, and familiarity with AI tools to drive innovation and efficiency. The Senior Architect will play a critical role in ensuring the seamless integration of new technologies, fostering a collaborative team environment, and maintaining strong relationships with the end users of the various facilities to meet their needs and enhance overall satisfaction.
Main Duties
Design related activities
- Lead and mentor a team of architects, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
- Liaise with users to identify requirements guiding the design and planning of scalable and robust broadcast architectures.
- Capture relevant requirements by maintaining supportive technical notes.
- Utilise CAD and BIM software to develop architectural plans and models.
- Develop commercial propositions for external Clients by applying consistent rate card models.
- Explore and implement AI tools to enhance workflows and work efficiency.
- Develop workplace designs while ensuring compliance to standard working regulations.
- Ensure workplace designs deliver excellent working and performance standards.
- Resolve technical design-related details with innovative and practical solutions.
- Adapt existing designs to integrate modifications inherent to the evolving needs of the project and its users
- Prepare visual material to help engage project stakeholders
- Support in all design-related aspects of the projects, such as decoration and signage concept
- Conduct site inspections for quality and design control
- Ensure delivery accuracy through tight coordination of Design and Users Relation team with the teams overseas responsible for project implementation.
- Conduct on-site progress monitoring to guarantee successful integration of user requirements.
Corporate activities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align architectural solutions with business objectives.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with Clients, ensuring their needs and feedback are incorporated into effective design solutions.
- Actively seek opportunities to improve services offered by the company
Projects
The initial project portfolio comprises the following projects
- FIFA World Cup 2026™ – Canada, Mexico and USA
- FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027™ – Brazil
- UEFA EURO 2028™ – UK and Ireland
Position Relevant Skills
Competencies
- Proven experience as a Senior Architect or in a similar role, ideally related to broadcast operations at international sports events.
- Extensive knowledge of CAD and BIM software.
- Familiarity with AI tools and their applications in architectural design.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong user relationships.
- A passion for exploring innovative solutions and technologies.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Creativity, accuracy and diligence
- Autonomous & proactive
- Team player & positive attitude
Skills
- Loves working with people from different nationalities, languages and cultural backgrounds
- AutoCAD and Office applications, as well as knowledge of Revit
- English proficiency – verbal and writing – other languages are a plus
Education & Experience
- Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or similar
- Five to ten years of experience in workplace design, detailing of interior fittings and/or architectural design
- Demonstrated ability to lead multicultural teams
Key Interactions
- Internal : BSOS Division and Broadcast Engineering department
- External : Clients and vendors
How to Apply
- Please apply to find out more. We consider every application and will respond as soon as possible. We are committed to equal opportunities.
- Please send your resume by email to the HBS HR Department: hbsrecruitment@hbs.tv.
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