Industrial Principal Architect — Design Leader

Tetra Tech; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Principal Architect to lead industrial and manufacturing projects across the UK. You will steer design direction, coordinate multidisciplinary teams and ensure BIM-enabled delivery from feasibility to construction, while maintaining regulatory compliance and high design quality.

You will champion sustainable, low‑carbon approaches, support client relationships, and contribute to market growth in the industrial sector.

Qualifications

• ARB-registered Architect with substantial post-qualification experience.
• Chartered status desirable.
• Proficient in Revit and BIM-enabled project delivery.
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and design risk management.
• Driving licence beneficial for site travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide architectural leadership across industrial projects from concept through technical design to construction.
• Lead design reviews and coordinate inputs from multidisciplinary teams.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders, presenting design intent and progress.
• Advance sustainable design, digital innovation and efficient design workflows.
• Support work-winning activities with compelling design narratives and tender inputs.

Skills

ARB-registered Architect

Revit

BIM

Project leadership

UK Building Regulations

Education

Chartered Architect

Tools

Autodesk BIM360

Navisworks

Job description

Tetra Tech is seeking a Principal Architect to lead industrial and manufacturing projects across the UK. You will steer design direction, coordinate multidisciplinary teams and ensure BIM-enabled delivery from feasibility to construction, while maintaining regulatory compliance and high design quality.

You will champion sustainable, low‑carbon approaches, support client relationships, and contribute to market growth in the industrial sector.