Senior Architect

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design consultancy is seeking a Senior Architect with expertise in aviation projects for a permanent position in London. In this role, you will lead multi-disciplinary project teams and be pivotal in shaping major aviation designs while ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong Revit skills and a solid track record of delivering large-scale aviation projects. This is a unique opportunity to impact the built environment in a dynamic sector, supported by a people-first consultancy.

Qualifications

• Solid background delivering large-scale aviation projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regs and CDM regulations.
• Confident communicator with experience in diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Managing internal teams and coordinating with external stakeholders.
• Producing high-quality architectural designs and specifications.
• Acting as a key client liaison balancing design and compliance.

Skills

Project Management

Design Innovation

Collaboration

NBS Chorus Specification Writing

Education

ARB-registered Architect

RIBA Membership (preferred)

Tools

Autodesk Revit

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Posted:

16.06.2025

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31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Senior Architect – Aviation Projects

Location: London / Hybrid

Type: Permanent

Join a Leading Multi-Disciplinary Design Team Driving Innovation in the Aviation Sector

We’re working with a highly respected design consultancy who are on the lookout for a Senior Architect with strong aviation sector experience. This is a unique opportunity to step into a lead role where you’ll manage design delivery on major UK aviation projects and shape the built environment in one of the most complex and regulated sectors.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading multi-disciplinary project teams from RIBA Stage 0 to 7
• Managing internal teams (Architects, Technologists, Early Careers talent) and coordinating with external stakeholders
• Producing high-quality architectural designs, technical details and specifications
• Acting as a key client liaison, balancing design innovation with compliance and feasibility
• Contributing to fee proposals, project planning, and overall design strategy
• Supporting junior staff development and promoting a collaborative, high-performing team culture

What You’ll Bring:

• ARB-registered Architect (RIBA preferred)
• Solid background delivering large-scale aviation projects (ideally Heathrow and/or Gatwick standards)
• Advanced Revit skills (Autodesk Revit 3D proficiency required)
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regs, British Standards and CDM regulations
• Confident communicator, both in presentations and cross-discipline collaboration
• Experience with NBS Chorus specification writing

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience managing diverse teams from graduate to senior level
• Commercial awareness and understanding of project financials
• Experience working with external design consultants

Why Apply Through Us?

We’re not your average recruiters. We’re a certified B-Corp, people-first talent consultancy that partners with design-led practices to find talent that fits not just on paper, but in culture, ambition and purpose. We’ll give you the insight and support to put your best foot forward and find the right fit for your career goals.

Contact:

Please get in touch with Oscar or Dave if this position sounds of interest. We are consultants at mustard with a specialist approach to creative recruitment.

For more info on this role or to chat about other options call mustard on either 0203 587 7730 or 0117 929 6060. More roles can be found at www.mustardjobs.co.uk/jobs and other snippets at www.mustardjobs.co.uk don't forget we are a recruitment agency and not the end hirer.

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