Senior Architect

Conrad Consulting; East Kensington; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural practice in Canada is seeking a Senior Architect to drive impactful residential projects. This role involves managing teams, designing layouts, and engaging clients while offering competitive salary and benefits for innovative contributions.

Benefits

Private medical cover

Pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Career progression opportunities

Paid professional memberships

Qualifications

• Significant UK experience required.
• Strong track record in residential design.
• Confident team leader with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing teams on diverse residential schemes.
• Designing and delivering housing layouts, both standard and bespoke.
• Engaging directly with clients, consultants, and planning authorities.

Skills

Residential design

Urban design

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

RIBA/ARB registered Architect

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Are you a Senior Architect with a flair for residential design and a drive to lead impactful projects? My clients who are an award-winning, mid-sized architectural practice in Surrey are expanding their team and seeking a Senior Architect to join their dynamic and collaborative practice.

My Clients are renowned for delivering high-quality residential developments - from bespoke, high-end homes to large-scale multi-unit schemes for major UK housebuilders. With a strong reputation and a growing portfolio, this is an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role and shape the future of residential architecture in the region.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading and managing teams on diverse residential schemes
• Designing and delivering housing layouts, both standard and bespoke
• Contributing to masterplanning, feasibility studies, and planning submissions
• Engaging directly with clients, consultants, and planning authorities
• Robust project pipeline including masterplans, custom homes, and large developments (up to 1000 units)

What We're Looking For:

• RIBA/ARB registered Architect with significant UK experience
• Proven track record in residential design, particularly for national housebuilders
• Strong skills in urban design, feasibility, and site layout planning
• Confident team leader with excellent communication skills
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit
• Full UK driving licence

Why Join?

• Salary from £45,000 - £53,000 - DOE
• Private medical cover and pension scheme
• Flexible working arrangements to support work–life balance
• Genuine career progression with leadership responsibilities and mentorship
• Professional memberships paid for

This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to join a studio where your ideas, leadership, and creativity will shape real communities. If you're ready to take your next step in a well-established and forward-thinking practice, I’d love to hear from you.

Please get in touch with Jimmy Penrose at Conrad Consulting to discuss the role further or click now to apply!