Project Architect

Flexicruit; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

4% employer pension contribution

Long service loyalty leave

Friday work-from-home policy

Private healthcare (planned 2026)

Job summary

Pencil and Brick is seeking a Project Architect to join its award-winning, architect-led design and build practice near Brick Lane, London. You will take ownership of private residential projects from concept through delivery, mentoring junior team members and contributing to the development of a design-led studio.

ARB-registered with 5+ years post-registration UK experience, you will manage multiple schemes, coordinate design and liaise with construction teams, with a clear path toward senior

Qualifications

• ARB registration with minimum 5 years post-registration UK practice experience.
• Proven Project Architect experience.
• Ability to manage projects independently.
• Excellent technical and design coordination skills.
• Strong communication and client-facing ability.

Responsibilities

• Managing and delivering multiple architectural projects day-to-day.
• Coordinating design stages from concept through technical delivery.
• Preparing planning and building regulation submissions.
• Producing technical drawings, specifications and presentation material.
• Supporting construction teams with technical design input.
• Leading client interactions and managing project experience.
• Mentoring and supporting junior architectural staff.
• Collaborating with senior management to improve processes and delivery.

Education

ARB registration (UK)

Job description

Project Architect

Brick Lane, London (E1)

£45,000 - £50,000 | Full Time | PAYE | 40 Hours

About Pencil and Brick

Pencil and Brick is an award-winning, architect-led design and build practice specialising in high-quality private residential renovations and home transformations across North and East London.

As a RIBA Chartered Practice and active contributor to the Federation of Master Builders, the company combines architectural design excellence with construction delivery - challenging the traditional separation between design and build.

Working from their studio near Brick Lane, the team focuses on creating thoughtful, innovative homes that genuinely improve how people live. Their projects are design-led, collaborative, and centred around long-term client relationships.

The Opportunity

Pencil and Brick is seeking a Project Architect to join its growing architectural team. This role will suit an experienced ARB-registered Architect who enjoys taking ownership of projects from concept through delivery, while mentoring junior team members and contributing to the wider development of a design-led practice.

You will manage multiple residential projects simultaneously, working closely with the Design Team Lead and construction teams to deliver exceptional private residential schemes. This is a long-term career opportunity with clear progression into senior leadership and director-level positions.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and delivering multiple architectural projects day-to-day
• Coordinating design stages from concept through technical delivery
• Preparing planning and building regulation submissions
• Producing technical drawings, specifications and presentation material
• Supporting construction teams with technical design input
• Leading client interactions and managing project experience
• Mentoring and supporting junior architectural staff
• Collaborating with senior management to improve processes and delivery

Requirements

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• ARB registration with minimum 5 years post-registration UK practice experience Strong private residential project experience
• Proven Project Architect experience
• Ability to manage projects independently
• Excellent technical and design coordination skills
• Strong communication and client-facing ability
• Alignment with Pencil and Bricks collaborative, values-led culture

Desirable Experience

• Senior Project Architect experience
• Experience leading small design teams
• Vectorworks experience (or willingness to learn)
• Experience delivering architect-led residential projects end-to-end Comfortable working primarily from the Brick Lane studio (Friday WFH policy)

Benefits

• 30 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
• 4% employer pension contribution
• Long service loyalty leave
• Flexible working policy with Friday work-from-home
• Business-use contributions (phone/tablet/bike)
• Enhanced sick and compassionate leave
• Planned private healthcare offering (2026)
• Clear structured career progression pathway