Architect/Design Manager

The Crowd; London; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Generous annual leave

Hybrid working

Job summary

A leading architecture firm in London is seeking a Lead Architecture Specialist to oversee design for a major project. This role requires an ARB-registered Architect with experience managing complex projects. Responsibilities include leading teams, coordinating with consultants, and managing project compliance. The firm offers a vibrant culture with benefits including hybrid working arrangements and private medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Strong experience managing large-scale, complex projects.
• Confident in design management and contract administration.
• Ability to oversee design compliance and sustainability certifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design development and documentation across RIBA stages.
• Coordinate inputs from internal teams and external consultants.
• Lead meetings, presentations, and design reviews.
• Manage budgets, scopes, and fee negotiations.
• Ensure milestones are met without compromising quality.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication skills

Design management

Problem-solving

Team leadership

InDesign proficiency

Revit experience

Education

ARB-registered Architect

Tools

InDesign

Revit

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About The Role:

We are working with a sought after AJ100 practice, known for its thoughtful approach to large-scale, complex projects. Their London studio is looking for a confident and experienced Architect/Design Manager to join their award-winning studio and play a key role in the successful delivery of high-profile schemes across multiple sectors.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a qualified Architect who thrives in fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environments and enjoys balancing design ambition with technical and programme delivery. You will take the lead on one major UK-based project, while also overseeing key stages of several others – managing internal teams, coordinating external consultants, and ensuring milestones are met without compromising on quality.

The practice offers a vibrant, collaborative studio culture, with a strong commitment to flexibility, inclusion, and career development. Benefits include private medical insurance, generous annual leave, hybrid working, and more.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee design development and documentation across all RIBA stages
• Coordinate inputs from internal teams and external consultants
• Lead meetings, presentations, and design reviews
• Manage budgets, scopes, and fee negotiations
• Oversee design compliance and sustainability certifications

Key Skills/Requirements:

• ARB-registered Architect with experience managing large-scale, complex projects
• Strong project coordination and communication skills
• Confident in design management, programme oversight, and contract administration
• Proficient in InDesign; Revit experience is a plus
• Ability to lead teams, manage expectations, and problem-solve under pressure

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design

• Industries

  Architecture and Planning and Design Services

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