Workflow Specialist

• →Embed in assigned project teams with their knowledge and consent, participating in their work to the extent needed to develop a genuine and complete understanding of how the team operates

• →Observe team workflows with rigour and curiosity — distinguishing between commonly-stated frustrations and the friction points that are genuinely affecting team performance

• →Synthesise observations and present findings clearly to the Workflow Steering Group, including your own view of what matters most

• →Work with the Steering Group to identify and agree on high-value workflow improvements to prototype

• →Design and build workflow prototypes — these may be computational (Grasshopper, Python), process-level, or documentation-based depending on the problem

• →Test new workflows with the embedded team, gather structured feedback, and iterate

• →Identify existing workflows and tools available across the practice that could benefit the teams you work with, and train those teams to use them effectively

• →Contribute to the practice-wide workflow knowledge base as it develops

• →Coordinate with other Workflow Specialists (via the Steering Group) to avoid duplication and ensure coverage of high-priority areas

• Proficiency in Grasshopper — essential

• Python programming skills — highly desirable

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to observe, synthesise and communicate complex information clearly

• Genuine curiosity about how people work and why — an instinct for noticing systems and process

• The social intelligence to integrate quickly into an unfamiliar team and earn trust

• Comfort operating in ambiguous, self-directed situations without a fixed project scope

• An ability to identify high-value problems rather than defaulting to easy or interesting ones

Experience with process mapping, workflow documentation, or computational design in an architecture or built environment context is an advantage. The role is open to candidates from a range of backgrounds — what matters most is how you think, not the specific domain you come from.

Reports to the Workflow Steering Group (EPIC). Works closely with the Design Technology team and project teams across the practice, but sits in a separate reporting structure from both.

Our people come first. Our culture nurtures collective creativity, inclusion, and diversity, and those seeking a part-time position or who do not meet all the criteria are still encouraged to apply. A balanced, well-lived life is where we will find the most meaning. We are continually enhancing the BVN Experience with a suite of initiatives available to all employees:

• A progressive hybrid working policy and flexible working arrangements.
• 12 weeks of parental leave are available for all after 12 months.
• Volunteering days allow you to give back to and participate in the community.
• Purchased leave.
• Cultural, social, and active groups and events.
• Pride Network
• Mentoring programs.
• Amongst many more.

BVN has a Pride Network as part of our inclusive approach to creating a safe and comfortable environment where everyone can be themselves. This initiative aims to show support for a significant population of our people, as well as those who are family and friends of LGBTIQA+ people. Having a pride network at BVN is also about drawing on this group's life experiences, insights, and knowledge to improve our culture and awareness.