Architect

Hunter Dunning; Winchester; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 days holiday plus bank holidays

Professional memberships paid

Life insurance

Employee assistance programme

Clear professional progression

Job summary

A well-established architectural practice in Winchester seeks a qualified Architect to contribute to residential and education projects. The role emphasizes design quality, technical rigour, and collaboration with a supportive team. Candidates should have a Part 3 qualification, 2+ years of experience, and a good grasp of UK planning regulations. Benefits include a competitive salary, hybrid working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ post Part III experience.
• Good understanding of UK planning processes.
• Experience in multi unit residential or education projects.

Responsibilities

• Support design of multi unit residential schemes.
• Work closely with the Head of Commercial Architecture.
• Coordinate with internal teams to maintain quality.

Skills

Design-focused approach

Attention to detail

Confident communicator

Collaborative team member

UK project experience

Education

Part 3 qualification

Tools

ArchiCAD

Job description

Overview of the Role:

An Architect job in Winchester is available within the commercial studio of an established architectural practice. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to design-led projects across residential, education and later living sectors, with a particular focus on high-quality, bespoke residential schemes.

The successful Architect will work closely with the Head of Commercial Architecture during early project stages, supporting concept development, planning submissions and detailed design packages. The position is suited to a Part 3 qualified Architect seeking professional progression within a collaborative and stable practice environment.

This Architect job in Winchester provides exposure to contemporary projects delivered with a strong emphasis on design quality, technical rigour and long-term social value.

Practice & Project Information

The practice is well established supporting long-term stability and collective responsibility. It is recognised for context-driven architecture and a considered approach to quality across all RIBA Stages.

The Winchester-based commercial studio delivers projects across the residential, education and later living sectors.

The studio maintains a supportive working environment with structured progression based on ability and contribution. Hybrid working is available, with three days per week required in the Winchester office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the design and development of multi unit residential schemes, education and later living projects
• Work closely with the Head of Commercial Architecture during early RIBA Stages
• Contribute to concept design, planning applications and design development packages
• Run selected project elements through later RIBA Stages where required
• Coordinate with internal teams to maintain design quality and consistency
• Assist with technical detailing and production information
• Support consultant coordination across multidisciplinary teams
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to assist in successful project delivery

Required Skills and Experience:

• Part 3 qualified Architect with2+ years’ post Part III experience
• UK project experience across relevant sectors
• Experience or strong interest in education, multi unit residential or later living projects
• Design-focused approach with strong attention to detail
• Good understanding of UK planning processes and building regulations
• Confident communicator and collaborative team member
• Experience using ArchiCAD is beneficial
• Right to work in the UK

Benefits and Package:

• Salary of £39,000 – £45,000 DOE
• 21 days holiday plus bank holidays and discretionary Christmas leave
• No expectation to work overtime; any additional hours paid at an enhanced rate
• Hybrid working arrangement (3 days per week in the Winchester office)
• Professional memberships paid
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance
• Inclusive workplace groups and internal initiative
• Project trips, sketching sessions, social events and charity fundraising activities
• Clear professional progression within the commercial team

About Hunter Dunning

Hunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the UK and Ireland property and construction market. We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles.

We offer informed and confidential discussions for both clients and candidates and welcome conversations about this opportunity and your wider career plans within the built environment. All applications are handled in strict confidence.