Senior Architect
Pubblicato il 26-08-2026 - Bryden Wood in Milano
The Opportunity
We're seeking an experienced Senior Architect to lead high-profile industrial and advanced manufacturing projects across Europe. This role demands someone who excels at uniting multidisciplinary teams, maintaining project focus, and translating complex technical challenges into coordinated solutions.
You'll act as an architectural leader not just for design, but as a connector who brings together diverse expertise, keeps teams aligned on objectives, and communicates clearly with colleagues and clients alike. Crucially, you'll need deep expertise in process and manufacturing plant design; understanding how these facilities operate, their production workflows, and technical requirements is essential to driving integrated solutions that work.
Your curiosity and commitment will be essential as you guide projects from concept through delivery, challenging assumptions and ensuring architectural decisions support operational excellence.
What We're Looking For
Essential Soft Skills:
Collaborative Leadership – Ability to unite architects, engineers,
and specialists around shared goals and design intent
Strategic Communication – Fluent in English and Italian; skilled at explaining complex technical concepts to clients and internal teams
Project Stewardship – Drive projects forward with clear objectives, managing competing priorities and keeping teams focused
Curious Problem Solver – Intellectually engaged, asking the right questions, and exploring integrated solutions
Stakeholder Management – Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and teams throughout project lifecycles
Mentorship Mindset – Support junior team members and foster collaborative team culture
Technical Expertise:
Master's Degree in Architecture (or equivalent) with professional registration required or in progress
8+ years' proven experience designing and delivering process plants, advanced manufacturing facilities, and industrial complexes
Deep knowledge of manufacturing operati