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Project Architect

Hunter Dunning

London

Hybrid

GBP 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

A leading architecture and interiors practice in Waterloo, London is seeking a Project Architect. This opportunity involves delivering bespoke residential and mixed-use projects valued from £1m to £40m while contributing creatively across all RIBA stages. The role emphasizes a supportive, collaborative culture with hybrid working options and strong progression opportunities.

Benefits

4% pension
Life assurance & health insurance
Discretionary bonus & annual reviews
RIBA fees paid, CPD support
Annual office trips
Cycle scheme & secure bike storage
20 days holiday, rising with service

Qualifications

  • ARB registered with 2+ years' UK practice experience.
  • Experience in high-quality residential or heritage projects.
  • Strong design ability and detail-oriented in technical design.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-spec residential and mixed-use schemes.
  • Lead detailing and technical design development.
  • Mentor junior team members and communicate with clients.

Skills

Leadership
Communication
Technical Design
Client Interaction

Education

ARB registration

Tools

AutoCAD
Revit
Adobe Suite
SketchUp

Job description

Project Architect Job in Waterloo, London

An employee-owned, award-winning architecture and interiors practice in Waterloo London has a Project Architect job now available. Known for its strong design ethos and a supportive, collaborative culture, this practice offers an opportunity to work on bespoke residential and mixed-use projects from £1m to £40m in value.

The studio is celebrated for its creative and contemporary approach across luxury apartments, mews houses, heritage schemes, and high-end hospitality. With a sociable team, hybrid working options, and plenty of CPD and development support, this role offers real progression in a people-first environment.

They've been recognised in multiple industry awards including the BD Good Employer Guide, and they champion flexible working, diversity, and sustainability through BCorp certification.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-spec residential and mixed-use schemes from concept through to construction
  • Lead detailing and technical design development for bespoke architecture projects
  • Contribute creatively through drawings, models, and visuals across all RIBA stages
  • Work within a small, supportive team with autonomy over your workload
  • Communicate confidently with clients and contractors
  • Mentor junior team members and collaborate across departments
  • Use AutoCAD and Revit on projects.

Required Skills & Experience

  • ARB registered with 2+ years' post-Part 3 UK practice experience
  • Confident leading projects throughout all stages, especially at RIBA Stages 2-4
  • Experience in high-quality residential, hotel, or heritage-led projects
  • Strong design ability including experience of detail / technical design and delivery
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, SketchUp (or similar); Revit desirable
  • Experience in small to medium-sized design-led practices preferred
  • Comfortable working directly with clients and contractors
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Right to work in the UK and fluent in written/spoken English.

What you get back

  • £45,000 - £60,000 DOE
  • 4% pension, life assurance & health insurance
  • Discretionary bonus + annual reviews
  • Hybrid working (1 day WFH), flexible hours (10:00-4:30 core)
  • RIBA fees paid, CPD support, Part 3 study leave & funding
  • Annual office trips (e.g. Berlin, Amsterdam), Drawing Gym
  • Cycle scheme, eye tests, flu jabs, social sports & events
  • Showers and secure bike storage
  • 20 days holiday, rising with service + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown.

Apply

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.
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Referral

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