Senior Architect

Calibre Search; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employee-owned multidisciplinary consultancy in Liverpool is seeking a Senior Architect to manage diverse planning and design projects. The successful candidate will possess a strong architectural background, leadership skills, and expertise in project management, contributing to both public and private sectors with a commitment to excellence.

Benefits

Private healthcare (BUPA)

Life insurance coverage

Company pension with salary sacrifice options

Cycle-to-work scheme

Professional subscription contributions

Enhanced maternity provisions

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience.
• Proven track record managing residential and commercial projects.
• Experience in contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural projects from conception to completion.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure compliance.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Project Leadership

Client Engagement

Communication Skills

Commercial Awareness

Education

Qualified Architect

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Job Title: Senior Architect
Salary: 40,000 - 50,000
Location: Liverpool

About the Role
Join a leading employee-owned multidisciplinary consultancy that delivers comprehensive planning and design services across the UK development sector. This established practice combines planning expertise with innovative design solutions, operating from a modern Liverpool city centre location.
As part of their design division, you'll contribute to a diverse portfolio spanning masterplanning, architecture, and landscape architecture projects. The role offers exposure to both private and public sector clients while working within an integrated team structure.
Key Sectors & Services

• Strategic Planning & Development
• Urban Design & Masterplanning
• Architectural Design & Landscape Architecture
• Transport Planning & Infrastructure
• Environmental Sustainability
• Research & Strategic Analysis

What We're Looking For
Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Architect with minimum 5 years post-qualification experience
• Proven track record managing residential and commercial projects across all RIBA stages
• Strong project leadership capabilities with experience supervising team members
• Expertise in preparing quotations and managing tender processes
• Excellent communication skills for client and stakeholder engagement
• Experience in contract administration (JCT minor works & RIBA domestic contracts)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign)
• Valid UK driving licence
• Commercial awareness with budget and timeline management skills

Desirable:

• SketchUp experience
• Experience chairing meetings and minute-taking
• Site inspection and technical compliance background

Key Responsibilities
Project Management:

• Lead architectural projects from conception through completion
• Prepare comprehensive drawing packages, specifications, and construction documentation
• Conduct site inspections ensuring quality and technical compliance
• Manage project budgets and timelines effectively

Team Leadership:

• Supervise and mentor junior team members
• Delegate tasks and oversee work production
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary internal teams

Client Relations:

• Maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and consultants
• Chair project meetings and document actions
• Represent the practice at client presentations

Professional Development & Benefits
Career Support:

• Comprehensive CPD programme with internal and external speakers
• Annual performance reviews with structured career progression planning
• Mentorship support for professional chartership (RIBA)
• Presentation skills development opportunities

Benefits Package:

• Private healthcare (BUPA)
• Life insurance coverage
• Company pension with salary sacrifice options
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Professional subscription contributions
• Enhanced maternity provisions

If you're interested in being considered for this role, please use the link provided to apply now. Alternatively for more information please contact our Architecture consultant Tom Brown on (phone number removed) or

Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.