Newly Qualified Architect

Penguin Recruitment; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A design-led architectural practice in St Albans seeks a Newly Qualified Architect to join their expanding team. This role involves contributing to innovative projects and producing high-quality design work while supporting project management activities. The candidate should be Part 3 qualified, ARB registered, and proficient in Revit. The company offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative studio culture.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Structured career progression

Collaborative studio culture

Qualifications

• Part 3 qualified and ARB registered.
• Experience working in a UK architectural practice.
• Strong design skills with good presentation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to projects from concept design to delivery.
• Producing design work, technical drawings, and documentation.
• Coordinating with clients and contractors in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Supporting project management to meet milestones and budgets.
• Maintaining a positive, inclusive studio culture.

Skills

Strong design skills

Confident presentation abilities

Proficiency in Revit

Understanding of UK Building Regulations

Collaborative approach

Education

Part 3 qualified and ARB registered

Experience within a UK architectural practice

Job description

Newly Qualified Architect – Location: St Albans – Salary: £30-£32,000

We’re partnering with a progressive, design‑led architectural practice in St Albans that is looking to welcome a motivated Newly Qualified Architect to their expanding team. With a strong heritage and a forward‑thinking outlook, the studio is widely recognised for its commitment to sustainable design and longstanding client relationships. Their diverse portfolio spans multiple sectors and consistently reflects high‑quality, thoughtful architecture.

On Offer

• Work on high‑profile, technically innovative projects across UK and international markets
• Join a collaborative, supportive studio culture that champions creativity, innovation, and continuous development
• Build expertise in areas such as data centre design, sustainability, BIM coordination, and advanced architectural graphics
• Benefit from flexible working arrangements and a clear, structured pathway for career progression

Your Role

• Contributing to projects across all RIBA stages, from concept design through to delivery
• Producing high‑quality design work, technical drawings, and project documentation
• Coordinating with clients, consultants, and contractors as part of a multi‑disciplinary team
• Supporting project management activities to help meet key milestones and budgets
• Playing an active role in maintaining a positive, inclusive studio culture

What We’re Looking For

• Part 3 qualified and ARB registered
• Experience within a UK architectural practice
• Strong design skills, with confident presentation and communication abilities
• Solid understanding of current UK Building Regulations
• Proficiency in Revit (essential)
• A proactive, collaborative approach
• A full, clean UK driving licence

To apply, please call Sophie on (phone number removed) or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to . I look forward to hearing from you.