Senior Architect

Hunter Dunning; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in London is seeking a Senior Architect to manage high-profile commercial office fit-out projects. This role involves leading technical delivery, providing on-site leadership, and being the primary liaison between teams. The ideal candidate will have senior-level architectural experience, expertise in RIBA Stages 4-5, and excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and various benefits are offered along with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

£50,000 – £60,000 salary

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus Christmas closure

Support for professional memberships and CPD

Ongoing professional development and clear career progression

Qualifications

• Senior-level architectural experience within commercial office fit-out projects.
• Expertise in RIBA Stages 4-5, including construction-stage delivery.
• Excellent technical detailing and construction knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of commercial office fit-out schemes during RIBA Stages 4-5.
• Provide on-site architectural leadership within the contractor's office.
• Act as the primary liaison between the contractor team and the practice's studio.

Skills

Senior-level architectural experience

Expertise in RIBA Stages 4-5

Excellent technical detailing

Strong communication

Confident decision-making

Sociable and personable

Comfortable in high-pressure environments

Job description

Job Description

Senior Architect Job in Soho, London

Senior Architect Job in Soho, step into a pivotal role driving high‑profile commercial office fit‑out projects from within a tier 1 contractor's environment. A rare opportunity to lead technical delivery while acting as the practice's on‑the‑ground representative.

Role & Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of commercial office fit‑out schemes during RIBA Stages 4‑5.
• Provide on‑site architectural leadership within the contractor's office.
• Act as the primary liaison between the contractor team and the practice's studio.
• Coordinate construction information, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Resolve technical queries efficiently while upholding design intent.
• Monitor compliance, quality and buildability on site.
• Manage clear, accurate information flow back to the Reigate team.
• Build strong working relationships with contractor project managers, package managers and subcontractors.
• Represent the practice professionally in a fast‑paced delivery environment.

Required Skills & Experience

• Senior‑level architectural experience within commercial office fit‑out projects.
• Expertise in RIBA Stages 4‑5, including construction‑stage delivery.
• Excellent technical detailing and construction knowledge.
• Strong communication, confident decision‑making and autonomous working ability.
• Sociable and personable, able to integrate naturally within a tier 1 contractor team.
• Comfortable in a high‑pressure, fast‑paced environment with competing demands.
• Confidence to act as the practice's on‑the‑ground representative.

What you get back

• £50,000 – £60,000 salary.
• Pension scheme.
• 25 days annual leave plus Christmas closure.
• Support for professional memberships and CPD.
• Ongoing professional development and clear career progression.

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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