Project Architect - Boutique Design Practice - Grade II Listed Building in London

Energy Jobline ZR; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished architectural firm in London is seeking a Project Architect to lead the delivery of high-profile cultural and institutional projects. The ideal candidate will be RIBA/ARB registered, with strong skills in Vectorworks and experience working on complex heritage projects. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible hybrid working, and international opportunities with a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible hybrid working

International opportunities

Inclusive and collaborative environment

Direct access to directors

Qualifications

• Experience leading projects from feasibility through to completion.
• Technical problem solver navigating accessibility and sustainability standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery across RIBA stages 1-7.
• Take ownership of complex heritage projects.
• Prepare detailed construction documentation.

Skills

RIBA/ARB registered Architect with proven UK experience

Strong Vectorworks skills

Revit knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Creative design sensibility

Tools

Vectorworks

Revit

Job description

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Job Description

High profile design studio is looking to hire a Project Architect to join a distinctive their team based in central London. The company have an exciting portfolio of high-profile cultural, residential, and institutional projects. And and an impressive international client list. This is a great opportunity to work on prestigious schemes that demand both creative vision and technical excellence. This is a brand new role created to support an expanding workload, and they're ready to move quickly for the right person.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery across RIBA stages 1-7, with immediate involvement in feasibility studies and scheme design.
• Take ownership of complex heritage projects, including Grade II listed buildings with accessibility and sustainability challenges.
• Coordinate technical resolutions for challenging constraints, including listed building requirements and dual sustainability standards.
• Prepare and coordinate detailed construction documentation, specifications, and schedules through all project stages.
• Represent the practice in client meetings and maintain strong relationships with international clients.
• Collaborate within a small, focused team where your contribution makes a visible impact.
• Work across multiple project types including cultural institutions, high-end residential, and institutional developments.

Skills & Experience

• RIBA/ARB registered Architect with proven UK experience.
• Listed building experience required – particularly Grade II projects with technical complexity.
• Strong Vectorworks skills - the practice is transitioning to Revit, so Revit knowledge is beneficial.
• Experience working across all RIBA stages, with confidence leading projects from feasibility through to completion.
• Technical problem-solver who can navigate accessibility requirements, sustainability standards, and heritage constraints.
• Excellent communication skills and comfort working directly with international clients.
• Collaborative mindset suited to a small studio environment where everyone contributes across projects.
• Creative design sensibility balanced with rigorous technical delivery.

Benefits & Culture

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible hybrid working.
• International opportunities – the practice offers city trips abroad and unique experiences, along with a recent London boat trip.
• Family office culture – inclusive, collaborative environment.
• Direct access to directors and involvement in practice decisions.
• Variety of work across cultural, residential, and institutional sectors.

This is an immediate opportunity with a practice that values both creative excellence and technical rigour. If you're looking for a role where you can lead significant projects in a supportive, creative environment with genuine international clients, we'd love to hear from you.

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