Architect And Architectural Technologist

Planning Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architecture studio in Central London is seeking an experienced Architect or Architectural Technologist to work on commercial and data centre projects. The ideal candidate will have strong Revit and AutoCAD skills, with a minimum of 4 years post-qualification experience. This position offers a hybrid working model and excellent career progression opportunities within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working (3/2 split after probation)

Paid professional subscriptions (ARB, RIBA, CIAT)

Enhanced annual leave

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Death in service benefit

Collaborative studio culture

Opportunities for long-term career progression

Qualifications

• Proficient in design software including Revit and AutoCAD.
• Experience in the data centre and commercial sectors.
• Strong understanding of the RIBA Stages 0-7.

Responsibilities

• Develop large-scale projects in commercial and data centre sectors.
• Ensure technical quality throughout all project stages.
• Collaborate effectively within a team environment.

Skills

Revit proficiency

AutoCAD proficiency

Communication skills

Project coordination skills

Education

ARB registration or equivalent

Minimum 4 years Post-Part III experience

Job description

Job Title: Architect / Architectural Technologist - Commercial & Data Centre Projects

Location: Central London

Practice Type: Leading Architecture Studio

Experience Required: Data Centre / Commercial / Mission Critical

Employment Type: Full-time, Hybrid

About the Practice

A renowned and established Central London architecture studio is seeking an experienced Architect or Architectural Technologist to join their growing team. With a strong reputation across large‑scale commercial, industrial, and mission‑critical environments, the practice delivers high‑performance, technically robust projects across all RIBA stages.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a respected 70‑strong team on complex data centres, commercial developments, and mission‑critical schemes. The ideal candidate will be technically strong, confident working across multiple project stages, and experienced in delivering large‑scale or highly technical environments.

Key Requirements

• Fully proficient in Revit and AutoCAD (essential)
• Experience in one or more of the following sectors:
  • Data centres
  • Mission critical
  • Commercial
  • Industrial
  • Retail
• Large‑scale experience from other sectors will also be considered
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of RIBA Stages 0-7
• Excellent coordination, documentation, and communication skills
• For Architects:
  • ARB registration (or overseas qualified architect)
  • Minimum 4 years Post-Part III experience
• For Architectural Technologists:
  • Minimum 4 years post‑qualification experience
  • Proven ability to work on large‑scale, detail‑oriented projects

What the Practice Offers

• Hybrid working (3/2 split after probation)
• Paid professional subscriptions (ARB, RIBA, CIAT)
• Enhanced annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Death in service benefit
• Collaborative, forward‑thinking studio culture
• Exposure to high‑value, technically demanding projects
• Excellent opportunities for long‑term career progression

How to Apply

If you have the technical expertise and sector experience to contribute to major commercial and mission‑critical projects, please send your CV, portfolio (if applicable), and brief cover note describing your relevant experience.