Architect

Options Resourcing Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK seeks a qualified Architect for a permanent role in Birmingham. The candidate will lead project delivery, coordinate design teams, and contribute to high-quality outcomes. Essential qualifications include RIBA Part 1, 2, and 3, alongside current ARB registration. The role offers a salary up to £55,000 and a supportive team culture with opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Salary up to £55,000

Structured CPD and career progression

Varied and design-led projects

Qualifications

• Must have RIBA Part 1, 2, and 3 qualifications (or equivalent).
• Current ARB registration as an Architect is required.
• Strong design and technical skills with RIBA work stage experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day project delivery and liaise with clients.
• Produce design proposals and manage building control processes.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to internal quality standards.

Skills

Design skills

Technical skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

RIBA Part 1, 2, and 3

Current ARB registration

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Photoshop

MS Office 365

Job description

Architect Permanent Opportunity. Location: Birmingham City Centre. Salary: Up to £55,000. We're working with a design-led architectural practice to recruit a qualified Architect to join their collaborative team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a registered professional to take ownership of projects, coordinate design teams, and contribute to high-quality delivery across a range of sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day project delivery, reporting to senior team members
• Coordinate design teams and liaise with clients, consultants, and contractors
• Produce design proposals, technical documentation, and measured surveys
• Manage planning and building control processes, including liaison with local authorities
• Chair and document design meetings, attend site visits, and support contract administration
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to internal quality standards
• Maintain project trackers, records, and documentation using relevant software
• Represent the practice externally and support business development activities

Essential Requirements

• RIBA Part 1, 2, and 3 qualifications (or international equivalent with UK NARIC comparability)
• Current ARB registration as an Architect
• Strong design and technical skills, with experience across RIBA work stages
• Proficiency in Revit or AutoCAD, Adobe Photoshop, and MS Office 365
• Familiarity with NBS Chorus and project management tools
• Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and lead small teams

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £55,000 and benefits package
• Supportive team culture with structured CPD and career progression
• Opportunity to work on varied and design-led projects
• Clear pathway to Senior Architect level