Architect

Penguin Recruitment; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Architect for a role based in Cheltenham, offering a competitive salary of up to £35,000. The ideal candidate will manage residential projects, ensuring compliance with regulations while showcasing strong design skills. This position includes clear career progression opportunities and a collaborative studio environment. AutoCAD proficiency is essential, with Revit experience being advantageous.

Benefits

Clear career progression

Pension contributions

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Qualified Architect with ARB registration.
• Strong portfolio showcasing residential design work.
• Proficient in AutoCAD; Revit experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead residential projects from concept to delivery.
• Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations and planning standards.
• Manage multiple projects effectively.

Skills

Design flair

Communication skills

Project management

Client-facing skills

Education

ARB registered Architect

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Overview

Architect

Location: Cheltenham

Salary: Up to £35,000

Also considering Experienced Part 2's

Benefits

• Clear and structured career progression pathway
• Pension contributions
• Competitive salary with regular reviews
• Collaborative studio
• Professional development and training support

Daily Duties

• Leading residential projects from concept design through to delivery
• Producing high-quality design proposals and detailed technical drawings
• Coordinating with planners, consultants, contractors, and clients
• Ensuring compliance with UK Building Regulations, planning policies, and sustainability standards
• Managing multiple projects while balancing design creativity and technical accuracy
• Guiding projects through planning, building control, and construction phases

Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Architect (ARB registered)
• Strong portfolio of residential design work
• Excellent design flair coupled with solid technical knowledge
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; Revit experience advantageous
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations, planning frameworks, and sustainability standards
• Confident communicator with strong client-facing and leadership skills
• Highly organised, accurate, and able to manage multiple projects effectively
• Ambitious, motivated, and committed to progressing into senior leadership, with a long-term goal of becoming Principal Architect

How to apply

To apply, please contact KAZ on (phone number removed) OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to I hope to hear from you soon