Project Architect

Facade Today; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Private medical insurance

Cycle to Work

Enhanced pension

Travel opportunities

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Reid Brewin Architects in London is seeking a Project Architect to lead the design and delivery of large-scale data centre developments across Europe. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams and ensure compliance with UK building regulations.

The ideal candidate is ARB registered with at least 10 years post-qualification experience, proficient in Revit, and fluent in English (French a plus). The role offers hybrid working and opportunities for travel within Europe.

Qualifications

• ARB registered architect with 10+ years post-qualification experience.
• Proven experience delivering large data centre or high-tech projects.
• Strong design, coordination and client-facing skills.
• Proficient in Revit and BIM workflows.
• Solid understanding of UK planning and building regulations.
• Fluent in English; French is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of large-scale data centre projects.
• Develop concept design proposals and present to clients and planning authorities.
• Oversee technical development and detailed design to UK regulations and planning requirements.
• Prepare full tender and construction documentation.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and external consultants.
• Manage tender processes and liaise with contractors.
• Monitor programme, quality, budget, and health & safety standards.
• Oversee delivery from concept through to completion.

Skills

Data centre projects

Fluent English

French (bonus)

Client-facing

Education

ARB registered Architect

Tools

Revit

Job description

Position: Project Architect – London Office

Founded in 2006 in Paris, Reid Brewin Architects (RBA) has grown rapidly, with over 120 team members across our offices in London, Paris, Milan, and Madrid. We specialise in high-spec, large-scale projects – particularly in data centres, commercial offices, and luxury retail. Known for our technical excellence and design innovation, we offer a vibrant, multicultural environment where ambitious architects thrive.

As part of our ongoing expansion, RBA London is seeking a Project Architect to join our team and work on major data centre developments across Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of large-scale data centre projects
• Develop concept design proposals, including presenting to clients and local planning authorities
• Oversee the technical development and detailed design in accordance with UK building regulations and planning requirements
• Prepare full tender and construction documentation
• Propose practical solutions to design and construction challenges as projects evolve
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and external consultants
• Assess technical and financial feasibility
• Manage tender processes and liaise with contractors
• Monitor programme, quality, budget, and health & safety standards
• Oversee delivery from concept through to completion

Candidate Profile

• Qualified Architect (ARB registered or equivalent)
• Minimum 10 years’ post-qualification experience
• Proven experience delivering large data centre or high-tech projects
• Strong design, coordination, and client-facing skills
• Proficient in Revit
• Solid understanding of UK planning and building regulations
• Fluent in English; French is a plus

What We Offer

• Opportunities to collaborate with our teams in Paris, Milan and Madrid, with potential for travel and inter-office working
• The chance to become a key member of our growing London team and contribute to shaping our future
• 25 days annual leave
• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working (up to 2 days WFH following probation)
• Private medical insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced company pension

Salary: (dependant on experience)

Interested in joining a forward-thinking architecture practice where technical ambition, collaboration and innovation are integral to every project? At RBA, you’ll work within a dynamic, supportive team drawn from over 30 nationalities across our international studios – with genuine opportunities for growth and career development.

We are also recruiting across our studios in Paris, Milan, and Madrid.