Senior Architect

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established architectural firm based in Glasgow is seeking an experienced Senior Architect. In this role, you will lead complex projects from concept to completion while mentoring project teams. The ideal candidate will possess a strong design portfolio and excellent communication skills. A supportive culture encourages contributions to the studio’s future while offering competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Pension scheme

Healthcare support

Continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Experienced Senior Architect with a strong design portfolio.
• Confident leading project teams and managing architectural challenges.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design on complex projects.
• Produce high-quality design documentation.
• Mentor and guide project teams.

Skills

Leadership in architectural design

Client-facing communication

Collaboration

Mentoring

Technical understanding

Education

Chartered Architect or eligible

Job description

Job Title: Senior Architect

Location: Glasgow

Salary: £37-43,000 DOE

About the company:

This established, multi-disciplinary architectural practice has a long history of delivering innovative, high-quality design across sectors including healthcare, education, sport & leisure, workplace, residential and mixed-use. The Glasgow studio is a collaborative and design-led team, known for balancing creativity with technical excellence. The studio culture is inclusive and supportive, with staff encouraged to contribute ideas, shape projects, and play a part in the ongoing development of the practice. The focus is on producing architecture that is both thoughtful and impactful, while fostering a positive, team-oriented environment.

Benefits

• Leadership role within a design-led, respected architectural studio
• Opportunity to influence and shape high-profile, complex projects across key sectors
• Continuous professional development and tailored training support
• Competitive salary and benefits package reflective of senior experience
• Participation in a collaborative culture where staff can contribute to shaping the studio’s future
• Support for professional accreditation and advanced CPD opportunities
• Pension scheme and workplace wellbeing initiatives, including healthcare support
• Flexible working arrangements within an inclusive and supportive studio environment

Daily Duties

• Lead architectural design and delivery on complex, multi-disciplinary projects from concept through completion
• Produce and review high-quality design documentation, ensuring adherence to design intent, technical standards and regulations
• Mentor and guide project teams, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration
• Coordinate with consultants, clients and contractors, managing design integration and project risks
• Represent the studio at client meetings, design reviews and stakeholder engagements
• Champion design development within the studio, contributing to thought leadership and practice initiatives
• Support business development activities, including proposals, pitches and strategic client engagement

Ideal Candidate

• Experienced Senior Architect with a strong design portfolio and proven track record of delivery
• Chartered or eligible for professional accreditation with the relevant architectural body
• Confident leading project teams and managing complex architectural challenges
• Excellent communication, presentation and client-facing skills
• Strong technical understanding with ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary information
• Proactive, positive and collaborative approach to design and teamwork
• Commitment to design quality, innovation and mentoring others

To apply, please contact KAZ on 01792365003 OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to [e-mail] I hope to hear from you soon!