Senior Architect

Hunter Dunning Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An employee-owned design consultancy in London seeks a Senior Architect to lead and deliver innovative education projects. The ideal candidate will manage multiple school sector projects, mentor junior staff, and engage with clients. Required qualifications include RIBA Part 3 and experience with projects valued from £5m-£20m. This role offers flexible working, competitive salary, and participation in an employee ownership scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday

Flexible working times

Employee ownership scheme

Pension contribution

Childcare vouchers

Cycle to work

Assisted healthcare plans

Qualifications

• 3+ years post-qualification experience required.
• Experience managing projects valued between £5m-£20m.
• Strong understanding of BIM workflows is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and run education projects from concept to completion.
• Manage project finances including fees and profitability.
• Direct and mentor junior architects.

Skills

RIBA Part 3 qualification

Delivering schools projects

Revit proficiency

Managing teams

Strong design and technical skills

Education

RIBA Part 3 (or equivalent)

Tools

Revit

Job description

Overview

Senior Architect job in London. A fantastic opportunity to lead and deliver innovative education projects with a forward-thinking, employee-owned practice committed to sustainability, community, and purpose. This progressive B Corp certified practice is one of the UK's leading multidisciplinary design consultancies, employing over 300 specialists across 9 studios nationwide. With a strong reputation for design quality, technical excellence, and a people-first culture, the business is dedicated to creating inspiring, sustainable places that positively impact communities. As an employee-owned organisation, it offers a supportive environment and future opportunity to share in ownership.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead and run education projects, particularly within the schools sector, from concept through to completion
• Manage multiple or complex projects to meet deadlines, budgets, and client expectations
• Direct and mentor junior architects, supporting their professional development
• Lead client meetings, presentations, and engagement with stakeholders
• Oversee design development, technical delivery, and coordination with consultants
• Manage project finances including fees, invoicing, and profitability
• Contribute to securing new work and generating positive PR for the business

Required Skills & Experience

• RIBA Part 3 (or equivalent) with 3+ post-qualification experience
• Proven track record delivering schools projects, including DfE-led schemes
• Strong design, technical and presentation skills with Revit proficiency
• Experience of projects valued between £5m-£20m
• Ability to manage teams, collaborate across disciplines, and build strong client relationships
• Knowledge of MMC solutions, refurbishment and retrofit approaches
• Experience with SEN, Further or Higher Education projects (desirable)
• Understanding of BIM workflows and technical advisor roles in education projects (desirable)

What you get back

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday
• Flexible working times
• Hybrid working
• Employee ownership scheme
• Pension contribution
• Childcare vouchers
• Cycle to work
• Assisted healthcare plans

Apply

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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Referral

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