Architect

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

Job summary

A well-established architectural firm is seeking an ambitious Architect to join their team in Cheltenham. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in residential design, excellent design flair, and a desire for career progression. This fully office-based role offers a clear pathway to becoming the Principal Architect. You will lead projects from design through to delivery, ensuring compliance with regulations and managing client relationships.

Benefits

Clear career progression

Pension contributions

Professional development and training support

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio of residential design work.
• Excellent design flair coupled with solid technical knowledge.
• Knowledge of UK Building Regulations and planning frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead residential projects from concept to delivery.
• Produce high-quality design proposals and detailed technical drawings.
• Coordinate with planners, consultants, and clients.

Skills

Residential design experience

AutoCAD proficiency

Client communication skills

Project management

Education

Qualified Architect (ARB registered)

Tools

Revit

Job description

Overview

Architect — Location: Cheltenham — Salary: Up to £35,000 — Also considering Experienced Part 2's

An established and award-winning architectural practice with a strong reputation in the residential sector is seeking an ambitious Architectural. This role is ideal for an individual with proven experience in residential design who is eager to progress within a close-knit and supportive environment, with a clear and structured route to ultimately become the Principal Architect of the practice. The role is fully office based.

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

Job Info

• Job Title: Architect
• Company: Penguin Recruitment
• Location: Cheltenham
• Posted: Sep 4th 2025
• Closes: Oct 5th 2025
• Sector: Construction
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time