Lead Project Architect for Refurbishment & Adaptive Reuse

Bespoke; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An architectural practice in South London seeks a Part 3 qualified Project Architect to lead major refurbishment and residential conversion projects. The role involves delivering projects across RIBA Stages 3–5, managing design packages with proficiency in Revit, and mentoring junior staff. This established firm offers structured career progression to Associate level, comprehensive health care, and a dynamic work environment including subsidised lunches and regular social events. Ideal candidates are confident problem solvers eager to take on leadership roles.

Benefits

Structured career development

Comprehensive private health care

Employer pension contribution top-up

20+ days annual leave plus Christmas shutdown

Enhanced maternity and paternity schemes

Subsidised lunches

Weekly sports activities and yoga classes

Annual international studio trip

Cycle to Work scheme

Creative workspace location

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering large refurbishment and adaptive-reuse projects in the UK.
• Strong technical delivery background, ideally across Stages 3–5.
• Ability to run project workstreams or design packages independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of assigned projects or design packages across RIBA Stages 3–5.
• Produce, coordinate and manage detailed technical design packages and construction documentation using Revit.
• Develop architectural solutions to complex retrofit and construction challenges.

Skills

Technical problem solving

Revit proficiency

Consultant coordination

Detailing and specification ability

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Education

RIBA Part III qualified

ARB registered Architect

Job description

An architectural practice in South London seeks a Part 3 qualified Project Architect to lead major refurbishment and residential conversion projects. The role involves delivering projects across RIBA Stages 3–5, managing design packages with proficiency in Revit, and mentoring junior staff. This established firm offers structured career progression to Associate level, comprehensive health care, and a dynamic work environment including subsidised lunches and regular social events. Ideal candidates are confident problem solvers eager to take on leadership roles.