Project Architect- Commercial

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work

Career progression

High-profile projects

Professional development

Collaborative studio

Challenging design

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd in London is seeking an experienced Project Architect to join its studio. You will lead architectural delivery of commercial office fit‑out projects across RIBA Stages 4–6, coordinating with structural, MEP and other consultants while upholding design intent and technical standards.

The ideal candidate is ARB registered with UK project experience, highly proficient in Revit (AutoCAD a plus).

Qualifications

• ARB registered Architect with UK project experience.
• Experience delivering commercial office fit-out/workplace projects (RIBA 4-6).
• Excellent knowledge of RIBA Plan of Work and UK Building Regulations.
• Strong technical detailing and construction stage experience.
• Proficient in Revit (essential); AutoCAD advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural delivery of commercial office fit-out projects across RIBA Stages 4-6.
• Prepare and coordinate drawings, Revit models, specs and technical documentation.
• Produce planning, tender, construction and record information to a high standard.
• Develop technical design solutions per client briefs and budgets.
• Coordinate information with structural, MEP and multidisciplinary teams.
• Attend client, contractor and consultant meetings providing architectural input.
• Respond to RFIs and construction-stage design issues.
• Carry out site visits, inspections and surveys to ensure design intent.

Skills

ARB Architect

Revit

AutoCAD

BIM

Coordination

Leadership

Client liaison

Project delivery

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Project Architect

Location: London

Salary: £45-55,000+ DOE

About the company:

An established multidisciplinary architecture and design consultancy is seeking an experienced Project Architect to join its London studio. Specialising in high-quality commercial workplace and office fit‑out projects, the practice delivers innovative, technically complex schemes from concept through to completion. This is an exciting opportunity for an ARB‑registered Architect to take ownership of projects across RIBA Stages 4‑6, working within a collaborative team while delivering exceptional design and technical solutions for a diverse client portfolio.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Clear career progression within a growing consultancy
• Exposure to high-profile commercial workplace projects
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Collaborative and supportive studio environment
• Opportunity to work on technically challenging, design‑led projects

Daily Duties

• Lead the architectural delivery of commercial office fit‑out projects across RIBA Stages 4-6.
• Prepare and coordinate architectural drawings, Revit models, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Produce planning, tender, construction, and record information to a high standard.
• Develop technical design solutions in response to client briefs, project budgets and statutory requirements.
• Coordinate architectural information with structural, MEP and multidisciplinary consultant teams.
• Review and incorporate contractor, specialist subcontractor and consultant information into project designs.
• Attend client, contractor, consultant, and site meetings, providing professional architectural input.
• Respond to RFIs, technical queries and construction‑stage design issues.
• Carry out site visits, inspections, and surveys, ensuring projects are delivered in line with design intent.
• Prepare and review schedules, specifications, room data sheets and technical documentation.
• Manage the production and issue of drawing packages, ensuring accuracy, quality, and compliance.
• Support planning applications, Building Regulations submissions and tender documentation.
• Contribute to BIM coordination, clash detection and technical reviews.
• Identify design risks, programme issues and coordination challenges, escalating where appropriate.
• Mentor and support junior architects, architectural assistants, and technicians.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors throughout project delivery.

Ideal Candidate

• ARB registered Architect with a minimum of several + years’ UK project experience.
• Proven experience delivering commercial office fit‑out or workplace projects through RIBA Stages 4-6.
• Excellent working knowledge of the RIBA Plan of Work and UK Building Regulations.
• Strong technical detailing and construction stage experience.
• Highly proficient in Revit (essential), with AutoCAD experience being advantageous.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary consultant teams and BIM workflows.
• Strong understanding of planning processes, statutory approvals, and construction methodologies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercially aware with an understanding of project programmes, fees and resource planning.
• Experience reviewing work and mentoring junior team members.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• A proactive, collaborative and solutions‑focused approach with a commitment to delivering high‑quality design and technical excellence.