Senior Architect

London - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 14 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Senior Architect Join a Leading UK Design Practice

Central London Hybrid Working (2 days in-office) Salary:

A prestigious UK architecture practice renowned for its innovative and sustainable design solutions across sectors including aviation education rail hospitality healthcare leisure and retail is seeking an experienced Senior Architect to join its London studio. This is an excellent opportunity to lead impactful projects within a forward-thinking collaborative environment that values both creativity and technical excellence.

Role Overview
This full-time permanent position offers a comprehensive architectural role encompassing design leadership project coordination and client liaison. Additionally the role involves responsibilities in team management and mentorship. Based in a vibrant Central London studio the position operates under a flexible hybrid working policy requiring a minimum of two office days per week.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership:

Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned projects or work packages.
Lead all RIBA Plan of Work stages (07) from inception to completion.
Interpret and implement client-specific processes ensuring alignment with project goals.
Manage key project elements including briefs budgets timelines and deliverables such as drawings schedules and reports.
Oversee project assistants tasks ensuring timely delivery and lead design meetings workshops and presentations.

Design Excellence:

Develop innovative technically sound design solutions that meet client aspirations and industry standards.
Coordinate structural MEP and specialist design elements into cohesive project plans.
Lead internal design reviews and prepare high-quality presentation materials.
Stay informed on construction legislation and technical advancements through continuous professional development (CPD).

Commercial Oversight:

Monitor commercial risks and escalate concerns to senior leadership as needed.
Track resource allocation and profit targets managing work within defined constraints.
Document and secure approval for project changes affecting time cost or quality.

Quality Assurance:

Adhere to established quality management systems ensuring compliance with project CAD/BIM plans and standardized documentation.
Support internal and external audits of project work.

Team Management:

Foster a dynamic motivated team environment contributing to its structure and identifying training needs.
Provide regular reports on resources fees or design issues as required by leadership.

Business Development:

Identify opportunities for growth and collaborate on bids or submissions for new projects.
Maintain an up-to-date professional profile for marketing purposes.

Requirements

Extensive architectural experience with a robust portfolio showcasing technical and design expertise.
Strong technical knowledge of building technology codes standards and specifications.
Proficiency in industry-standard software including Revit SketchUp Adobe Creative Suite and InDesign.
Excellent communication skills (spoken written and graphical) and a proactive team-oriented mindset.
Registration with the Architects Registration Board (ARB) is essential.

Benefits

Competitive negotiable salary reflective of experience.
Comprehensive package including private medical insurance eyecare vouchers 10 paid sick days annually and a 5% employer pension contribution within 90 days of joining.
Flexible hybrid working (minimum 2 office days/week) and up to 10 remote working days per year.
Generous leave: 20 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and additional days between Christmas and New Year.
Professional growth opportunities including CPD sessions Revit training LinkedIn Learning and support for RIBA Part III exams (50% fee coverage and paid study leave).
Wellness and lifestyle perks: cycle-to-work scheme fresh fruit in the office group life insurance and discretionary profit-sharing.
A supportive inclusive workplace committed to equality and diversity.

Senior Architect Join a Leading UK Design PracticeCentral London Hybrid Working (2 days in-office) Salary: A prestigious UK architecture practice renowned for its innovative and sustainable design solutions across sectors including aviation education rail hospitality healthcare leisure and retail...