Project Architect

Planning Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An architecture studio in Greater London seeks a skilled Technical Project Architect to lead façade remedial projects. This role involves managing technical delivery and ensuring compliance with UK Building Regulations, while also mentoring junior staff. Candidates should possess 5–10 years of ARB-registered experience, particularly in UK construction projects. The role offers a collaborative studio culture and opportunities for professional development, including flexible hours and remote work options.

Benefits

Ongoing CPD opportunities

Flexible hours

Remote working options

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of post-Part 2 experience, ideally 5 post-Part 3.
• Experience in the technical design and delivery of UK construction projects.
• Knowledge of UK Building Regulations and CDM responsibilities.
• Desirable to have experience acting as or supporting a Principal Designer.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and technical delivery of façade remedial projects.
• Manage and coordinate detailed design and construction packages.
• Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations.
• Mentor junior staff and promote team collaboration.

Skills

Technical design delivery

Leadership in design

Communication skills

UK Building Regulations knowledge

Coordination of construction packages

Project management

Education

ARB-registered Architect

Tools

CAD

BIM/Revit

Job description

Technical Project Architect – London Start Date: ASAP

My client, a London-based architecture studio, is seeking a talented and proactive Technical Project Architect to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a mix of residential façade remedial projects, office retrofits, and large master-planning schemes, taking projects from concept design through to construction and completion.

About the Role

Since 2022, my client’s practice has been heavily involved in façade remedial projects, often initiated for fire safety compliance. These projects provide engaging technical challenges, offering the chance to develop deep expertise in façade design while working closely with full consultant and contractor teams. Alongside remedial work, there are opportunities to contribute to office retrofit and master-planning projects, some progressing through RIBA Stage 3 towards planning applications.

The role involves leadership in design and technical delivery, including acting as or supporting the Building Regulations Principal Designer, making it ideal for someone with prior experience and enthusiasm for this responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the design and technical delivery of façade remedial projects, while supporting wider new build schemes.
• Manage and coordinate detailed design and construction packages.
• Organise, chair, and minute meetings and workshops.
• Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Engage effectively with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior staff and foster team collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Skills & Experience

• ARB-registered Architect with 5–10 years post-Part 2 experience (ideally 5 post-Part 3).
• Proven experience in the technical design and delivery of UK construction projects, particularly façade remediation.
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regulations and CDM duties.
• Experience acting as or supporting a Principal Designer is highly desirable.
• Excellent technical detailing ability, especially in retrofit and remedial works.
• Proficient in CAD, ideally with BIM/Revit experience.
• Confident communicator, capable of liaising with clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to manage multiple projects and teams.

Why Join My Client?

Work on meaningful, safety-critical projects that improve building performance.

Join a friendly, collaborative, and supportive studio culture.

Benefit from ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities.

Flexible hours and remote working options.

Grow with a practice that values design quality, technical excellence, and social responsibility.

If you are a technically skilled architect who thrives on challenging projects and enjoys leading teams, this is an ideal opportunity to make a real impact.