Architect

HAUS Careers; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

HAUS Careers is partnering with an established architecture practice to appoint a qualified Architect with a strong business development mindset. The role combines winning work with delivering projects, taking ownership from enquiry through appointment and then continuing as Project Architect on chosen schemes.

Based in St Albans, Hertfordshire with hybrid/remote options, the role focuses on expanding the client base across residential, commercial and industrial sectors while maintaining high

Qualifications

• ARB-registered Architect with strong business development experience.
• RIBA chartered status preferred or equivalent.
• Experience delivering residential, commercial or industrial projects and leading client relations.

Responsibilities

• Develop the practice's project pipeline and win new work.
• Lead initial client meetings and site visits with early planning input.
• Prepare fee proposals, scopes of service and presentation materials; negotiate appointments.
• Build and maintain relationships with developers, landowners, agents and repeat clients.
• Manage CRM and track pipeline, conversion rates and revenue forecasts.
• Take on project-architect responsibility for selected schemes and drive delivery.

Skills

Business development mindset

Client meetings

Proposal preparation

CRM management

Strong communication

Education

ARB-registered Architect

RIBA chartered (preferred)

Tools

Revit

ArchiCAD

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Business Development Architect Role Summary

Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire (hybrid, with remote working available)

HAUS is working with an established, RIBA-chartered architecture practice with a strong portfolio across residential, commercial and industrial projects. They are now looking to appoint a qualified Architect with a strong business development mindset to join their growing team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Architect who enjoys both winning work and delivering it. You will take ownership of new opportunities from initial enquiry through to appointment, while remaining involved as Project Architect on the schemes you help bring into the practice.

The Role

The successful candidate will play a key role in developing the practice’s project pipeline, building relationships with new and existing clients, and converting opportunities into live projects.

You’ll be involved in:

• Identifying and developing new business opportunities across residential, commercial and industrial sectors.
• Leading initial client meetings and site visits, providing early advice around planning, feasibility, massing and budget.
• Preparing fee proposals, scopes of service and presentation material, as well as negotiating appointments.
• Building and maintaining relationships with developers, landowners, agents, contractors, planning consultants and repeat clients.
• Managing the CRM and keeping track of the pipeline, conversion rates and revenue forecasts.
• Taking on Project Architect responsibility for selected schemes, from concept and planning through to technical delivery.
• Representing the practice at networking events and within local property and business networks.
• Supporting the practice’s profile and lead generation through LinkedIn and other relevant channels.

About You

The practice is looking for an ARB-registered Architect, ideally RIBA chartered, who combines strong architectural delivery experience with the confidence and commercial awareness to develop new business.

You’ll ideally have:

• Demonstrable experience delivering warehouse, industrial or logistics projects, including change of use, new-build units and mixed warehouse/office schemes.
• A strong residential portfolio, particularly across planning and technical stages.
• Previous experience in business development, fee negotiation, client acquisition or winning work.
• Good knowledge of UK planning, including permitted development and Class E, B2 and B8 use classes.
• A solid understanding of Building Regulations and CDM.
• Excellent client-facing communication and presentation skills.
• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce compelling proposals.
• Proficiency in Revit or ArchiCAD, alongside AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite.

It would be particularly beneficial if you have:

• An existing network of developers, commercial agents or industrial landlords across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire or North London.
• Experience using CRM systems and LinkedIn as part of a business development strategy.
• Knowledge of BREEAM, Part L, EPCs and low-carbon/solar-integrated design.
• Experience working within a design-and-build procurement environment.

Working Pattern

The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with approximately 2-3 days per week based in the practice’s St Albans office for studio collaboration, client meetings and site visits, with the remainder available to work from home.

There will be some flexibility required around client meetings and site visits, with the necessary equipment provided for home working.

What’s on Offer

This is a particularly good opportunity for an Architect who wants to have a genuine commercial influence within a practice, rather than simply being responsible for project delivery.

You’ll have:

• Direct access to the Director and significant autonomy.
• Performance-linked remuneration based on successful business development.
• The opportunity to work across a varied portfolio of residential, commercial and industrial projects.
• Project-lead responsibility on schemes you originate.
• The chance to play a key role in the continued growth of an established practice.