Senior Architect

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Blaby; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Pension

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD in Leicester is seeking a Senior Architect to lead projects from technical design through to completion. You will take ownership of projects with minimal supervision and act as the primary Job Runner.

The role offers hybrid working and exposure to residential developments, care homes, and recladding projects, with opportunities for progression in a well-established practice.

Qualifications

• ARB registration is required and demonstrates qualified status.
• 5 years+ experience leading architectural projects as a Job Runner.
• Proven ability to independently manage projects through technical and construction stages.
• Strong Residential project experience is essential.
• Experience with care homes, recladding or commercial projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural projects from technical design through to completion.
• Take ownership of projects with minimal supervision, acting as the primary Job Runner.
• Deliver projects across residential developments, care homes, recladding and bespoke residential schemes.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants and contractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Produce high-quality technical drawings and construction information using Revit.
• Attend design team meetings, client meetings and site visits.
• Resolve technical and construction issues as projects progress.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary project team whilst managing project programmes and deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client liaison

Residential experience

Attention to detail

Education

ARB Registered Architect

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Our client, an award-winning architectural practice with over 50 years of experience and multiple studios across the UK, is seeking a Senior Architect to join their growing Leicester team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established practice with an outstanding reputation across both the public and private sectors, offering long-term career development, varied project work and a supportive working environment.

The successful candidate will be an experienced Job Runner, capable of taking ownership of projects from day one with minimal supervision. The role offers exposure to a diverse portfolio including residential developments for national housebuilders, care homes, large-scale recladding schemes and bespoke residential projects. Due to the nature of the workload, applicants must have proven project-running experience and be confident leading projects through the technical and construction stages.

The practice places a strong emphasis on collaboration, staff development and flexibility, with hybrid working, genuine progression opportunities and an excellent pipeline of secured work. Revit is the primary BIM software used across the business, making previous Revit experience highly desirable. However, candidates with exceptional project-running experience within the residential sector who have used alternative software are still encouraged to apply.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Senior Architect looking to join a respected practice where you'll be trusted to lead projects, work across a varied portfolio and continue progressing your career within a stable and growing business.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £50,000 DOE
• Hybrid working
• Genuine progression opportunities within a national practice
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Secure pipeline of projects across multiple sectors
• Pension
• Additional company benefits to be discussed at interview

Senior Architect Overview

• Lead architectural projects from technical design through to completion
• Take ownership of projects with minimal supervision, acting as the primary Job Runner
• Deliver projects across residential developments, care homes, recladding and bespoke residential schemes
• Coordinate with clients, consultants and contractors throughout the project lifecycle
• Produce high-quality technical drawings and construction information using Revit
• Attend design team meetings, client meetings and site visits
• Resolve technical and construction issues as projects progress
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary project team whilst managing project programmes and deliverables

Senior Architect Requirements

• ARB Registered Architect
• 5 years' experience leading architectural projects as a Job Runner
• Proven ability to independently manage projects through technical and construction stages
• Strong Residential project experience is essential
• Experience within care homes, recladding or commercial projects would be advantageous
• Proficient in Revit is highly desirable
• Candidates with strong Residential experience using AutoCAD or alternative software will also be considered
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Strong technical detailing and knowledge of UK Building Regulations
• Live within a commutable distance of Leicester