Senior Architect

Cobalt Consulting (UK) Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in Liverpool is seeking a Senior Architect with over 5 years of experience to manage projects and lead a multidisciplinary team. The role involves design delivery, client liaison, and technical oversight on various residential and commercial projects. Competitive salary and benefits including private healthcare, pension, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private healthcare

Company pension

CPD support

Inclusive working culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of post-qualification experience in architecture.
• Experience in residential and commercial projects.
• Ability to mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects through all RIBA work stages.
• Produce technical drawing packages and construction documentation.
• Liaise with clients and internal teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Commercial Awareness

Team Coordination

Technical Drawing

Education

Qualified Architect

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

SketchUp

Job description

We have a new opportunity for a Senior Architect to join a multidisciplinary design team based in the North West, working across a wide range of residential and commercial projects. This is an excellent step for a qualified architect with over 5 years' experience who's ready to take on more responsibility in design delivery and team leadership.

You'll be part of a collaborative, planning-led practice within an employee-owned group that includes in-house expertise across architecture, landscape, transport, and sustainability. The role offers a blend of creative freedom and strategic oversight, with exposure to a variety of projects and clients.

The role will involve:

• Leading and managing projects through all RIBA work stages

• Producing technical drawing packages, specifications, and construction documentation

• Liaising with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams

• Preparing fee proposals, tender submissions, and project schedules

• Chairing meetings and overseeing design coordination

• Acting as contract administrator (JCT Minor Works and RIBA Domestic)

• Carrying out site inspections and ensuring design and technical quality

• Delegating and mentoring junior team members

We're looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified Architect with 5+ years of post-qualification experience

• Has delivered projects in the residential and commercial sectors

• Can lead teams and coordinate design across multiple disciplines

• Communicates clearly and professionally with all stakeholders

• Is commercially aware and comfortable working to deadlines and budgets

• Is proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Photoshop & InDesign (SketchUp desirable)

• Holds a full UK driving licence

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary (negotiable depending on experience)

• Private healthcare with BUPA, life insurance & enhanced maternity scheme

• Company pension with salary sacrifice & cycle-to-work scheme

• CPD and career development support

• Inclusive and collaborative working culture

• Opportunities to grow into a leadership role

How to apply:
Send your CV to [e-mail] and I will be in touch.