Architect in Chester)

Penguin Recruitment; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A thriving design and planning practice in Chester seeks an experienced Architect to join their team. The role offers opportunities for career development within a collaborative environment, focusing on high-quality design and delivery. Ideal candidates will have several years of post-qualification experience in housing or education sectors and strong skills in Revit.

Benefits

4 days in the office, 1 day working from home

Free on-site parking

CPD provided

Support with professional subscriptions

Access to specialist training

Qualifications

• ARB-registered Architect with several years of post-qualification experience.
• Background in a larger practice preferred.
• Strong project experience in housing or education sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage architectural projects from concept through to completion.
• Prepare and coordinate detailed design and construction drawings in Revit.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Revit

Communication

Teamworking

Time Management

Education

ARB-registration

Job description

Architect

Reference: KDCHE9809

Location: Chester

Salary: £40-45,000 DOE

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Architect to join a thriving design and planning practice based in the North West. With a strong pipeline of projects in the housing and education sectors, the practice is looking for a confident individual with several years of post-qualification experience, ideally gained within a larger architectural practice. This role offers the chance to develop and shape your career within a collaborative and supportive environment, with a focus on high-quality design and delivery. Proficiency in Revit is essential.

Benefits:

* £40-45,000 salary depending on experience

* 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home

* Free on-site parking

* CPD provided

* Support with professional subscriptions

* Access to specialist training

Daily Duties:

* Lead and manage architectural projects from concept through to completion

* Prepare and coordinate detailed design and construction drawings in Revit

* Collaborate with clients, consultants, and other stakeholders

* Contribute to design development and technical delivery

* Attend site visits and project meetings as required

* Support junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing within the practice

The Ideal Candidate:

* ARB-registered Architect with at least several years of post-qualification experience

* Background in a larger practice preferred

* Strong project experience in either housing or education sectors

* Excellent Revit skills

* Confident communicator with strong coordination and teamworking ability

* Proactive, organised, and able to manage time and deadlines effectively