Project architect/architect

Critical Playground LLC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution

33 days annual leave (+ birthday leave

Gym membership

CPDs and social events

Private gym membership

Job summary

Kiani Architects, a London-based studio, is seeking a project architect/architect to join its team in London. You will work across RIBA stages with the director, developing Stage 3 designs into Stage 4 and gaining full exposure to projects from day one.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years PQE, strong detailing and drawing capabilities, and fluency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite. A collaborative, independent approach is valued in this studio.

Qualifications

• minimum of 3 years PQE
• understanding of construction detailing and capability of preparing detailed working drawings, specifications, technical reports
• capability to navigate Approved Documents and relevant British Standards and understand the spirit of the regulations

Responsibilities

• Work across all RIBA stages, with immediate involvement in developing Stage 3 designs into Stage 4
• Gain full exposure to projects, real responsibility, and input into design decisions from day one
• Collaborate with director and project team across clients, contractors and consultants

Skills

Detailing for buildability

Independent working

English communication

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Kiani Architects is seeking a project architect/architect to join its team in London.

Kiani Architects is a London based studio working across the workplace, residential and student accommodation sectors and we are looking for an Architect to join our team.

We work closely with clients, contractors, manufacturers and suppliers to create buildings that are detailed, thoughtful and unique.

You’ll be joining us at an exciting moment, with current projects including:

• a seven‑storey commercial development in Clerkenwell nearing completion
• a large commercial refurbishment, also in Clerkenwell
• a retention, refurbishment and new‑build scheme in Greenwich
• a mixed‑use contemporary industrial development in North London

You’ll work closely with the director across all RIBA stages, with immediate involvement in developing Stage 3 designs into Stage 4. You’ll gain full exposure to projects, real responsibility, and meaningful input into design decisions from day one.

We’re looking for someone who:

• is a proven architect , or architectural designer, with a positive attitude towards driving design and resolving details for buildability, with a minimum of 3 years PQE
• demonstrates understanding of construction detailing and capability of preparing detailed working drawings, specifications, technical reports
• is capable of navigating Approved Documents and relevant British Standards and demonstrates judgement and understanding of the spirit of the regulations
• can comfortably work across all RIBA stages, with in-depth understanding of statutory sign-offs
• fluent in Revit and AutoCAD, with fluency across the Adobe Creative Suite
• organised, self‑motivated, and comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively
• fluent in written and spoken English. Excellent graphic and presentation skills

What we offer:

• a friendly, relaxed studio environment where your contribution genuinely matters
• pension contribution
• fully studio based. Working hours: 9:30–6:00 (37.5 hours a week)
• regular CPDs and social events
• private gym membership
• 33 days annual leave (including public holidays) plus paid birthday day leave
• competitive salary based on experience, aligned with RIBA benchmarks

We have a studio culture we’re proud of and we invest in the people who join us. We work collaboratively with each other, consultants, contractors and clients.

Kiani Architects is an equal opportunities employer and a multicultural studio. Applications from candidates requiring visa sponsorship are welcome. No agencies.