Senior Architect

RGB Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

RGB Recruitment Ltd in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Architect for a full-time, permanent role to lead residential projects from early design through to completion. The portfolio includes build-to-rent, affordable housing, mixed-use schemes, and regeneration, emphasising technical delivery and coordination with clients and consultants.

The successful candidate will use Revit, manage programmes, ensure Building Regulations compliance, and mentor junior staff in a collaborative, hybrid working

Qualifications

• ARB registered Architect with approximately 5–10 years' post-qualification experience.
• Strong residential architecture background with experience delivering medium to large-scale developments.
• Excellent technical knowledge across all RIBA stages.
• Proficient in Revit and coordinating detailed technical packages.
• Good understanding of Building Regulations and the Building Safety Act; experience with Higher-Risk Buildings beneficial.
• Confident in managing projects, coordinating consultants and leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead residential projects across all RIBA stages from concept to completion.
• Produce and oversee detailed technical information using Revit.
• Manage project programmes and coordinate consultants.
• Oversee residential developments, refurbishments and regeneration schemes.
• Ensure compliance with Building Regulations and the Building Safety Act.
• Support projects involving Higher-Risk Buildings and Gateway submissions.
• Manage client relationships and liaise with contractors and external consultants.
• Provide guidance to junior team members.

Skills

ARB registered Architect

Residential architecture

Project management

Team leadership

Tools

Revit

Job description

RGB Recruitment seeks a Senior Architect for a full-time, permanent post in Birmingham, paying £40,000–£50,000 depending on experience. The successful candidate will join an award-winning practice and strengthen its residential team, taking responsibility for projects from early design through to completion. Applicants should hold strong technical skills and a proven record delivering residential developments. The portfolio spans build-to-rent, affordable housing, mixed-use schemes, later living and regeneration. Suitably qualified professionals confident managing projects and coordinating with clients and consultants should apply.

Senior Architect – Residential, Birmingham, £40k - £50k DOE

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Architect to join a well-established, award-winning architectural practice in Birmingham. The practice is looking to strengthen its residential team with a talented and technically capable Architect who has experience delivering residential developments and is confident taking responsibility for projects from the early design stages through to completion. Working on a varied portfolio of projects including build-to-rent, affordable housing, mixed-use developments, later living and regeneration schemes, this is a great opportunity for an Architect looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. You will play a key role in the design and delivery of residential projects, taking responsibility for managing schemes, coordinating consultants and overseeing technical delivery.

The Role:

• Leading residential projects across all RIBA stages, from concept through to completion.
• Producing and overseeing detailed technical information using Revit.
• Managing project programmes, coordinating consultants and ensuring successful project delivery.
• Working on residential developments, refurbishments and regeneration schemes.
• Ensuring projects comply with current Building Regulations and relevant legislation.
• Supporting projects involving the Building Safety Act, Higher-Risk Buildings and Gateway submissions.
• Managing client relationships and liaising with contractors and external consultants.
• Providing guidance and support to junior members of the team.

Requirements:

• ARB registered Architect with approximately 5–10 years' post-qualification experience.
• Strong background in residential architecture, with experience delivering medium to large-scale developments.
• Excellent technical knowledge and experience across all RIBA stages.
• Proficient in Revit, with experience producing and coordinating detailed technical packages.
• Good understanding of current Building Regulations and the Building Safety Act.
• Experience working on Higher-Risk Buildings and Gateway submissions would be highly beneficial.
• Confident managing projects, coordinating consultants and leading architectural teams.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected architectural practice with an established residential portfolio and a strong pipeline of projects. You'll have the chance to work on a variety of interesting schemes, take ownership of projects and develop your career within a collaborative and supportive team. The practice offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements alongside opportunities for continued professional development.