Senior Architect

Hunter Dunning; Brighton; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural practice in Brighton is seeking a Senior Architect to lead education projects. The role involves managing a team, ensuring project quality, and cultivating client relationships. Candidates should have ARB registration and over 5 years of UK experience. The company offers a salary of up to £47,000, hybrid working with a flexible schedule, and benefits including enhanced parental leave and paid membership for ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Salary up to £47,000

Hybrid working with WFH Friday

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and paternity plans

Paid ARB membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• ARB registered Architect with strong project leadership experience.
• Proven ability to manage teams and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and management of education projects.
• Report directly to the Project Director to ensure project quality.
• Manage and mentor a team of architects and designers.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.

Skills

ARB registered Architect

5+ years’ UK experience

Leadership in architecture

Strong knowledge of building regulations

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Revit

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Architect Job in Brighton, East Sussex

in Brighton, East Sussex joining an award-winning architectural practice renowned for its creative, people-centred approach and sector expertise in education, healthcare, commercial, and later-living design. This is a great opportunity to lead education projects at a company that’s shaping spaces for future generations.

This employee-owned practice has around 50 professionals across its two offices. With a focus on thoughtful, inclusive, and sustainable design, they’ve built a reputation for delivering innovative environments that enhance lives. As the practice continues to expand, they are now seeking a Senior Architect to work on its retirement living and leisure projects across the South, from concept through to completion.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead the design and management of education projects, collaborating with the wider design and technical team
• Report directly to the Project Director ensuring design integrity and project quality across all stages
• Manage and mentor a team of architects and designers, encouraging professional development
• Build and maintain client relationships, coordinating with contractors and consultants for successful delivery
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the education sector
• Oversee project budgets, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring high-quality outcomes.

Required Skills & Experience

• ARB registered Architect with 5+ years’ UK experience post Part III qualification
• Proven experience leading projects from concept to completion
• Strong knowledge of building regulations, and sector standards
• Ability to lead teams of architects, technologists, and assistants effectively
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with clients and stakeholders
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.

What you get back

• Salary up to £47,000
• Hybrid working with WFH Friday and 1pm finish
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays and birthday off
• Enhanced maternity and paternity plans
• Paid ARB membership and regular CPDs
• Employee Assistance Programme.