Principal Architect

Penguin Recruitment; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national design consultancy seeks a Principal Architect in Bristol to lead architectural projects, maintain client relations, and mentor staff. This senior position offers opportunities for career advancement in a hybrid work environment, suitable for a qualified architect looking to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Hybrid and agile working culture

Clear career progression into senior leadership

Wide range of employee benefits and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• RIBA Part III qualified with ARB registration.
• Significant post-registration experience in design consultancy.
• Strong portfolio across all RIBA stages.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural projects from concept to delivery.
• Act as primary contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to team growth.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Project Leadership

Design Quality

Education

RIBA Part III qualification

Tools

Revit

Job description

Principal Architect

Location: Bristol

Salary: £45-60,000

Reference: SFBRS259

A nationally respected design consultancy is seeking a confident and experienced Principal Architect to play a key role in its growing architecture team in Bristol. Sitting at the intersection of planning, heritage and urban design, this multidisciplinary practice offers a unique platform for strategic design leadership. This is a senior role ideal for someone ready to lead, inspire, and help shape the next chapter of an ambitious, design-led organisation.

Benefits:

A hybrid and agile working culture - valuing outcomes over location
A supportive, multidisciplinary environment where architecture, planning and design intersect
Clear career progression into senior leadership, with the autonomy to grow your own client base and project focus
A wide range of employee benefits and wellbeing supportResponsibilities:

Lead architectural projects from concept through to delivery, tailored to your strengths and regional focus
Act as a primary contact for clients and stakeholders, nurturing strong relationships across projects
Oversee internal design teams and external consultants to ensure quality and consistency across all RIBA stages
Support business development through networking, proposal preparation, and pipeline engagement
Champion design quality while helping shape a positive, collaborative team culture
Take on a visible leadership role, mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to long-term team growthRequirements:

A natural collaborator and communicator, with a desire to take on strategic responsibility
RIBA Part III qualified, with ARB registration
Significant post-registration experience, ideally within a respected design consultancy
A strong portfolio demonstrating experience across all RIBA stages, from early concept to delivery
Sector experience in residential, mixed-use, regeneration or commercial work
Excellent knowledge of UK planning systems and building regulations
Strong design, technical and project leadership skills
Proficiency in Revit is essential
Experience acting as Principal Designer, with sound understanding of H&S legislationTo apply, please call Sophie on (phone number removed) or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to . I look forward to hearing from you soon

Job Info

Job Title:

Company:

Penguin Recruitment

Location:

Bristol, Bristol

Posted:

Closes:

Jul 20th 2025

Sector:

Construction

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

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