Project Architect

Penguin Recruitment; Canterbury; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning architectural practice in the UK is looking for a Project Architect to lead design phases and coordinate project teams. The ideal candidate is an ARB-registered architect with substantial experience, strong technical skills, and a proven record of delivering projects on time and budget. This position includes a competitive salary, hybrid working opportunities, and professional development support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development and RIBA/ARB support

Flexible hybrid working

Collaborative studio culture

Wellbeing initiatives

Clear career progression

Qualifications

• ARB‑registered architect with substantial post‑Part 3 experience.
• Proven experience running projects from inception to completion.
• Strong communicator with client and multi-disciplinary coordination experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects through all design phases, from concept to delivery.
• Coordinate project teams including internal staff and external consultants.
• Produce, review, and approve technical drawings and documentation.
• Oversee site visits and construction administration to ensure design quality.
• Monitor schedules, budgets, and project financial performance.

Skills

ARB‑registered architect

Substantial post‑Part 3 experience

Strong technical skills

Excellent organisational skills

Client communication

Mentoring junior staff

Tools

Relevant design software

Job description

Job Title: Project Architect

Location: Canterbury

Salary: £38-45,000 DOE

About the Client

The client is an award‑winning architectural practice with a strong national presence, combining creative excellence with commercial insight. They focus on people‑driven design, creating places that foster connection, deliver long‑term social value, and resonate emotionally. With experienced teams across multiple UK studios, they have the expertise to deliver technically excellent, sustainable, and commercially viable projects, while championing environmental responsibility and design innovation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary reflecting seniority
• Professional development and RIBA/ARB support
• Flexible hybrid working
• Collaborative, supportive studio culture
• Wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance programmes
• Engagement in CSR and social‑value projects
• Clear career progression and leadership opportunities

Daily Duties

• Lead projects through all design phases, from concept to delivery
• Coordinate project teams including internal staff and external consultants
• Produce, review, and approve technical drawings and documentation
• Oversee site visits and construction administration to ensure design quality
• Monitor schedules, budgets, and project financial performance
• Liaise with clients, present proposals, and respond to feedback
• Mentor and develop junior staff
• Ensure compliance with planning, building regulations, health & safety, and sustainability
• Contribute to bids, tenders, and proposals
• Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and consultants

Ideal Candidate

• ARB‑registered architect with substantial post‑Part 3 experience
• Commercial, Life Science and Health experience
• Proven experience running projects from inception to completion
• Strong technical skills in detailing, drawing, specification, and documentation
• Excellent organisational, leadership, and team management skills
• Proficient in relevant design software and UK regulations
• Strong communicator with client and multi‑disciplinary coordination experience
• Proactive, commercially aware, and solution‑focused
• Experienced in mentoring junior staff and delivering projects on time and budget

To apply, please contact KAZ on 01792365003 OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to [e-mail] I hope to hear from you soon!