Architect

Locri Recruitment; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Life assurance

Study sponsorship

Paid study leave

Professional subscription fees covered

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Locri Recruitment is assisting a Cambridge-based architectural practice in recruiting an experienced Architect to join their growing team. You will lead design development through RIBA Stages 3-7, coordinate technical packages and mentor junior staff, with a focus on heritage and conservation projects.

The role offers £45,000 salary, full-time permanent contract, hybrid working (up to two days from home), and a supportive environment with study sponsorship and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-qualification experience in a UK architectural practice.
• ARB/RIBA qualification or equivalent. CIAT-qualified candidates will also be considered.
• Strong creative design and technical detailing skills.
• Proven experience working across RIBA Stages 3-7.
• Good knowledge of UK Building Regulations and Planning requirements.
• Strong experience using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Experience managing projects or significant project packages.
• Experience coordinating consultants and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong client-facing and communication skills.
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members.
• Heritage or conservation experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Leading projects or key work packages through the RIBA stages.
• Developing creative design proposals and taking projects through to technical delivery.
• Working across RIBA Stages 3-7.
• Preparing, developing and coordinating technical design packages.
• Managing project programmes, deadlines and deliverables.
• Coordinating multidisciplinary design teams and external consultants.
• Liaising with clients and project stakeholders.
• Undertaking technical design reviews and quality checks.
• Supporting the successful financial and commercial delivery of projects.
• Reporting to senior members of the team on project progress and delivery.
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team.
• Sharing knowledge and contributing to the wider development of the studio.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Client communication

Team mentoring

Project delivery

Education

ARB/RIBA qualification (or CIAT)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Architect

Salary: £45,000
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Location: Cambridge
Ref:ARUK2608016

About the Practice

Locri are working with an established and highly regarded architectural practice in Cambridge, with a strong reputation for architecture, heritage and conservation.

The practice works across a varied portfolio, including cultural, public, education, residential and commercial projects, with a particular focus on working sensitively with significant and historic buildings.

They are now looking to appoint an experienced Architect to join their growing Cambridge team. They would also consider an experienced Architectural Technologist or Technician with a strong technical background.

The Role

The successful candidate will play an important role within project teams, contributing to both the creative and technical delivery of projects across a range of sectors.

Responsibilities

• Leading projects or key work packages through the RIBA stages.
• Developing creative design proposals and taking projects through to technical delivery.
• Working across RIBA Stages 3-7.
• Preparing, developing and coordinating technical design packages.
• Managing project programmes, deadlines and deliverables.
• Coordinating multidisciplinary design teams and external consultants.
• Liaising with clients and project stakeholders.
• Undertaking technical design reviews and quality checks.
• Supporting the successful financial and commercial delivery of projects.
• Reporting to senior members of the team on project progress and delivery.
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team.
• Sharing knowledge and contributing to the wider development of the studio.

About You

• 5+ years' post-qualification experience within a UK architectural practice.
• ARB/RIBA qualification or equivalent. CIAT-qualified candidates will also be considered.
• Strong creative design and technical detailing skills.
• Proven experience working across RIBA Stages 3-7.
• Good knowledge of UK Building Regulations and Planning requirements.
• Strong experience using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Experience managing projects or significant project packages.
• Experience coordinating consultants and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong client-facing and communication skills.
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members.
• Heritage or conservation experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer

• £45,000 salary, depending on experience.
• Flexible and hybrid working, with up to 2 days working from home.
• Annual leave increasing with long service.
• Life assurance.
• Study sponsorship and paid study leave.
• Professional subscription fees covered.
• Enhanced learning and development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.