Design Architect

Bimplus; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and life insurance

Paid professional memberships

CPD and wellbeing support

Hybrid and flexible working

Job summary

Bimplus is seeking an experienced Architect to lead education sector projects in Gloucester, guiding them from early concept through RIBA Stage 3. You will develop design concepts, spatial strategies and present proposals to clients, coordinating with consultants and stakeholders across schools, colleges and higher education projects.

The role emphasizes leadership of the design process, mentoring junior staff and maintaining design quality through planning stages, with a hybrid working

Qualifications

• ARB registered Architect with education sector project experience.
• Strong concept development and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of DfE guidance and standards.
• Collaborative team leadership and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead education projects across RIBA Stages 1 to 3.
• Develop design concepts and spatial strategies.
• Coordinate with clients and consultants.
• Lead design workshops and presentations.
• Support junior team members.

Skills

ARB registered Architect

Strong concept skills

Presentation skills

Collaborative leadership

Job description

An opportunity for an experienced Architect to lead education sector projects across RIBA Stages 1 to 3 within an established architectural practice in Gloucester. The role focuses on early-stage design leadership, concept development and client engagement across schools, colleges and higher education projects. Suitable for a design-focused Architect with education sector experience and strong presentation skills.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead education projects across RIBA Stages 1 to 3
• Develop design concepts and spatial strategies
• Coordinate with clients and consultants
• Lead design workshops and presentations
• Support junior team members

The role focuses on early-stage design leadership and maintaining design quality through concept and planning stages.

Skills & Experience Required

• ARB registered Architect
• Strong concept and presentation skills
• Knowledge of DfE guidance and standards
• Collaborative team leadership approach

Experience across schools, colleges or university projects is required alongside strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary DOE
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Pension and life insurance
• Paid professional memberships
• CPD and wellbeing support