Project Architect

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Shippon; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working: 50/50 office/home

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Professional fees paid

CPD and progression opportunities

Growth opportunities in London studio

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD is recruiting a Senior Architect for a well-established architectural practice with multiple UK studios, primarily Oxford. The role focuses on technical delivery, client liaison and leading projects across Science & Research, Healthcare, Residential and Education sectors.

The successful candidate will oversee projects through RIBA stages, guide junior staff, and contribute to the growth of the London team.

Qualifications

• ARB Registered Architect with UK practice experience.
• Experience delivering projects through RIBA Stages and on-site.
• Strong Revit proficiency and technical detailing.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients, consultants and contractors throughout delivery.
• Lead the delivery of projects across Science & Research, Healthcare, Residential and Education sectors.
• Manage projects through all RIBA Stages with emphasis on technical delivery and construction.
• Oversee internal project teams to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Produce detailed technical information using Revit on a daily basis.
• Attend site visits, inspections and project meetings during construction.

Skills

Revit proficiency

Project management

Mentoring

Client liaison

Education

ARB Registered Architect

Tools

Revit

Job description

Our client, a well-established, multi award-winning Architectural practice with multiple studios across the UK are currently seeking a talented Senior Architect to join their growing team in Oxford. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Senior Architect to work as part of an experienced, talented and collaborative team. Due to an increasing project workload across the South of England, they are looking to strengthen both their London and Oxford studios, with Oxford currently being the priority. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the business whilst working on a diverse portfolio of technically challenging projects.

The practice has built an excellent reputation for delivering innovative and sustainable design solutions across a wide range of sectors. Their expertise spans projects from small-scale refurbishments through to large new-build developments within the Science & Research, Healthcare, Residential, Education, Commercial, Industrial, Leisure and Retail sectors. They have a particularly strong pipeline of Laboratory and Science & Research projects alongside Residential developments, with a number of schemes due to commence on site over the coming weeks.

Within the London studio, the successful candidate will work closely with the senior team to help expand the office whilst taking ownership of projects through technical delivery. The practice is particularly keen to hear from Architects with strong Revit proficiency, excellent project-running ability and proven site delivery experience, as many of their upcoming projects are entering the construction phase.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive Salary (£50,000 - £55,000 DOE)
• Flexible working arrangements (50 / 50 office and home split)
• Flexible working hours
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, plus Christmas closure
• Professional fees paid
• Pension scheme
• Training / CPD and progression opportunities
• Opportunity to join a growing London team with excellent long-term career prospects
• Other company benefits to be discussed at interview stage

Senior Architect Job Overview

• Liaise with clients, consultants and contractors throughout project delivery
• Lead the delivery of innovative projects across a range of sectors including Science & Research, Healthcare, Residential and Education
• Manage projects through all RIBA Stages, with particular involvement in technical delivery and construction
• Oversee and coordinate internal project teams, ensuring high-quality project delivery
• Produce and coordinate detailed technical information using Revit on a daily basis
• Attend site visits, inspections and project meetings throughout the construction phase
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and external consultants
• Lead both the design and technical delivery process
• Support and mentor junior members of the team whilst helping to develop the growing London studio

Senior Architect Job Requirements

• Living within a commutable distance of Oxford
• Strong Revit knowledge with the ability to work confidently without supervision
• Proven experience delivering projects through technical stages and on-site
• Strong technical detailing and design skills
• Good knowledge of UK Building Regulations and construction processes
• Experience running projects
• Comfortable mentoring and supporting junior staff
• ARB Registered Architect
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills