Associate Architect

STANTEC; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus schemes

Enhanced pension plan

Private medical insurance

Flexible working

Job summary

Stantec is seeking an Associate Architect for our new Bristol office on a growing National Architecture team. You will lead design and delivery across RIBA stages, manage multidisciplinary teams, and collaborate with engineers, planners and environmental specialists.

The role emphasizes client relationships, sustainability and growth across the UK and international opportunities. Based in Bristol, the Associate Architect will mentor colleagues, champion digital workflows, and contribute to

Qualifications

• ARB registered Architect with substantial post-qualification experience.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience delivering commercial, residential and mixed-use projects through all RIBA work stages.
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in Revit, BIM and digital workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design and project delivery at all RIBA stages.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams across commercial, residential and mixed-use developments.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, landscape architects and environmental specialists to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
• Oversee project programmes, budgets and quality, including technical excellence.
• Mentor and develop junior architects and architectural assistants.
• Champion sustainable, innovative and digitally enabled design.

Skills

Leadership

Client-facing

Mentoring

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication

Stakeholder management

Digital workflows

Education

ARB registered Architect

Tools

Revit

BIM

Job description

We're looking for an Associate Architect to join our growing National Architecture team in our brand-new central Bristol office. Designed to foster collaboration, creativity and innovation, our new workspace brings together talented professionals from across multiple disciplines, creating an environment where ideas are shared, expertise is combined and great design flourishes.

As we continue to invest in our presence both nationally and across the Southwest, you'll have the opportunity to play a key role in shaping our growing Architecture team while delivering impactful projects across the UK and internationally.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering innovative, sustainable and people-focused design solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects throughout the UK, with opportunities to contribute to international commissions.

As part of one of the world's leading design consultancies, you'll work within integrated teams of architects, engineers, planners, environmental specialists and project managers, giving you the opportunity to influence projects from concept through to completion. Our collaborative approach enables us to solve complex challenges, create lasting social value and deliver exceptional outcomes for our clients and communities.

Whether it's shaping commercial workplaces, delivering residential-led regeneration, or contributing to complex mixed-use developments, you'll have the autonomy to lead, the support to grow, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact.

About the Role

As an Associate Architect, you'll provide both technical and design leadership across a varied portfolio of multidisciplinary projects. You'll work closely with clients, lead project teams, manage and mentor colleagues and help drive the continued growth of our Architecture business in the Southwest and beyond.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Lead architectural design and project delivery at all RIBA stages.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams across commercial, residential and mixed-use developments.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, landscape architects and environmental specialists to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships, acting as a trusted advisor throughout project lifecycles.
• Support work-winning activities including bids, presentations and client engagement.
• Oversee project management including managing programmes, quality, commercial performance, resourcing and technical excellence.
• Mentor, manage and develop junior architects and architectural assistants, helping to build a high-performing team.
• Champion sustainable, innovative and digitally enabled design approaches.
• Contribute to projects across the UK, with opportunities to support international work where appropriate.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management primarily across the South West but also Nationally through active participation in industry events and networking.

Your Impact

At Stantec, architecture is about more than designing buildings, it's about creating places where people, businesses and communities thrive.

As an Associate Architect, you'll influence projects that leave a lasting legacy, helping clients unlock opportunities while delivering commercially successful, environmentally responsible and socially valuable outcomes.

You'll:

• Shape high-quality architectural solutions across a broad range of sectors.
• Drive collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to achieve the best outcomes for clients.
• Inspire and mentor colleagues, helping to develop the next generation of architectural talent.
• Build trusted relationships with clients and become a recognised leader within our National team.
• Help grow our architectural presence across the Southwest while contributing to national and international opportunities.
• Support our commitment to sustainability, innovation and design excellence on every project.

About You:

You'll be a collaborative and commercially minded Architect who enjoys working across disciplines and building lasting client relationships. You're passionate about great design, motivated by solving complex challenges and excited by the opportunity to influence projects from an early stage.

You'll ideally have:

• ARB registered Architect with substantial post-qualification experience.
• Experience operating at Associate level or as a Senior Architect ready to progress.
• Strong experience delivering commercial, residential and mixed-use projects through all RIBA work stages.
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.
• Excellent client-facing, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK Building Regulations and construction methodologies.
• Experience managing project programmes, budgets and commercial performance.
• Proficiency in Revit, BIM and digital workflows.
• A passion for sustainable design and delivering innovative architectural solutions.
• The ability to mentor and develop others while fostering a collaborative team culture.

Why Join Us:

• We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named 'Best Place to Work' and 'International Consulting Firm of the Year' at the NCE Awards 2024.
• We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups)
• Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK & Ireland - we want you to be part of it!
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [e-mail] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.