Associate / Senior Architect / Urban Designer

Architecturevogue; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned architectural practice is seeking an Associate / Senior Architect / Urban Designer in Guildford. The role involves leading projects, developing business opportunities, and managing project delivery for large-scale residential schemes. Candidates should have 8+ years in an architectural practice and a strong focus on securing planning consents. The firm offers a hybrid working model, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Health care and pension

Payment of professional subscription fees

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience within an UK architectural practice.
• Strong focus on large-scale residential and master planning schemes.
• Proven track record delivering housing projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee delivery of projects from the Southern region.
• Develop new business opportunities from existing and new clients.
• Assist with fee forecasting, proposals, budgeting, and programming.

Skills

Large-scale residential project delivery

Client liaison

Business development

CAD system management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Job description

LB Design Recruitment is pleased to be partnered with an award-winning, multi-disciplinary architectural practice renowned for delivering large-scale residential and development projects is seeking an Associate / Senior Architect / Urban Designer to join their Southern region team in Guildford. This is a unique opportunity to lead and grow a regional hub focused on planning and delivery of residential-led schemes across the south and east of England.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee delivery of projects from the Southern region.
• Develop new business opportunities from existing and new clients.
• Assist with fee forecasting, proposals, budgeting and programming of projects.
• Maintain and structure the regional CAD system to ensure consistent standards.

Key Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or closely related field.
• 8+ years’ experience within an UK architectural practice, with a strong focus on large-scale residential and master planning schemes.
• Proven track record delivering housing projects for national housebuilders, land promoters and regional developers, securing allocations and planning consents.
• Experience liaising with local planning authorities and clients in the South and East of England.

Package & Benefits

• Senior-level salary, competitive and based on experience.
• Hybrid working: 4 days in Guildford office, 1 day WFH.
• 23 days holiday plus Christmas shutdown (2–3 days) and bank holidays.
• Health care and pension.
• Payment of key professional subscription fees.

Additional Information

• Applicants must have proof of eligibility to work in the UK and live within a commutable distance to Guildford.
• The studio is a 15-minute walk from the main line station and Guildford (London Road) train station is just 5 minutes away.
• Candidates must hold a valid driving licence and be prepared to travel occasionally for site visits.

If you are an Architect or Urban Designer that has experience of working on large-scale residential and master planning schemes and are looking for career progression, we would love to hear from you.