Senior Architect

Pick Everard; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile working

Career development

CSR opportunities

26 days annual leave plus holidays

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Pension

Employee discounts

Eyecare scheme

Job summary

Pick Everard is seeking a Senior Architect to lead a design team in London, Nottingham or Bristol, delivering across custodial, education, healthcare and other sectors. You will drive design excellence, sustainability and technical delivery from concept through to completion, collaborating with senior leadership and clients.

Excellent Revit proficiency, strong communication and stakeholder management are essential; MoJ or custodial project experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• RIBA Part 3 qualification and ARB registration.
• Extensive post-qualification experience with a track record of delivering complex architectural projects.
• Experience leading large-scale, multidisciplinary project teams from concept to completion.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit with strong technical and coordination capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, technical detailing, specification and coordination of projects across all stages.
• Develop and oversee project briefs, fees, programmes, budgets and deliverables with the Project Director.
• Act as a key client contact and maintain effective communication with project teams.
• Plan, chair and coordinate project meetings, design reviews and coordination workshops.
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams and ensure successful integration of all disciplines.
• Keep the Project Director or Senior Architectural Lead informed of progress, risks and opportunities.

Skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Sustainable design

Project coordination

Client liaison

Education

RIBA Part 3 qualification

ARB registration

Tools

Revit

NBS Chorus

Job description

Here at Pick Everard, we are passionate about creating a prosperous and sustainable future, taking a fresh perspective on the built environment. Our core values of professionalism, compassion, drive and positivity are at the heart of everything we do.

Are you an experienced Architect eager to advance your career?

Are you looking to become part of a team that values support, collaboration, and innovation?

If you answered yes to the above questions, we want to hear from you!

We are looking for a talented Senior Architect to join our progressive Architectural team in London, Nottingham or Bristol. You’ll become part of a growing and evolving division, leading a range of design and sustainability projects, including our work with the Ministry of Justice on the Future Prisons Programme — a sole supplier framework expected to continue over several years.

Our Architectural team works across an array of sectors, including blue light, commercial, custodial, education, healthcare, industrial, leisure and residential. If you have experience delivering within any of these areas, we encourage you to apply.

As a Senior Architect, you will collaborate closely with senior leadership, taking responsibility for leading the design team and supporting successful project delivery across the RIBA stages. You will work across a varied programme of work within the custodial sector, providing breadth and variety while enabling you to shape projects from early design through to delivery. Your focus will be on providing exceptional service while delivering creative, sustainable and technically excellent solutions for our clients.

Joining a supportive network as part of a national team, you can expect valuable training, guidance and genuine scope for career development.

Your Core Responsibilities Will Include:

• Working closely with the Project Director to develop, manage, and oversee project briefs, fee proposals, programmes, budgets, and deliverables, ensuring projects are delivered successfully and efficiently.
• Leading the design, technical detailing, specification, and coordination of projects, driving high-quality outcomes across all project stages.
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients and the wider project team, building strong relationships and maintaining effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Planning, organising, and chairing project meetings, design reviews, and coordination workshops to ensure progress and alignment across all stakeholders.
• Managing and coordinating multidisciplinary project teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring the successful integration of all disciplines.
• Keeping the Project Director or Senior Architectural Lead informed of project progress, risks, and opportunities, seeking guidance and support where required.

Our Ideal Senior Architect Will Bring:

• RIBA Part 3 qualification and ARB registration.
• Extensive post-qualification experience, with a proven track record of delivering complex architectural projects.
• Experience leading large-scale, multidisciplinary project teams from concept through to completion.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit, with strong technical and coordination capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to build strong relationships across clients, consultants, and project teams.
• A collaborative and proactive approach, coupled with a positive attitude and a passion for delivering exceptional design outcomes.
• A strong understanding of sustainable design principles and their practical application within the built environment (desirable).
• Previous experience delivering projects for the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) or within custodial environments (desirable).
• Experience using NBS Chorus (desirable).

Unsure you tick every box? We still encourage you to apply as your experience might be a great fit for this role or other opportunities in our team.

Our nationwide multidisciplinary team of 780+ employees, work collaboratively to deliver outstanding places and spaces that create lasting value for local communities. Through our remarkable history we have established the sound principles of success, and we have the vision and ambition to be even better.

We’re committed to creating sustainable communities where everyone feels safe, cared for and valued. We achieve that by encouraging a diverse, welcoming workplace for our people, clients and colleagues.

We care about our people and improving our society and that means supporting your ambitions and interests at every level. We will provide you with an inspiring environment in which you will be able to drive real progress and impact in your career.

What We Offer

Providing a balanced, enjoyable career is important to us, and we work hard to make sure everyone feels a valued part of our organisation. You will receive an attractive salary, and amongst other benefits you can also expect:

• Agile working.
• Career and Professional Development.
• Corporate Social Responsibility opportunities.
• 26 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 days’ additional leave.
• Private healthcare, life assurance and healthcare cash plan.
• Stakeholder pension.
• Professional subscriptions.
• Employee Discount Scheme.
• Eyecare Scheme.
• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme.

Equal Opportunities

As an equal opportunities’ employer, Pick Everard is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us on our journey.

Accessibility

We’re committed to helping you perform at your best throughout the recruitment process. If you have a disability or require any adjustments to support your application or interview, please get in touch with us at [e-mail]. We’ll be happy to discuss how we can assist you.

Agencies

We are committed to building and nurturing great relationships with our agency partners. However, this role is being recruited for directly and therefore we are not seeking support at this time. Any unsolicited CV Introductions will not be accepted.