Senior Architect

Carrington West; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architecture firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Architect with over 5 years of experience to lead diverse residential and commercial projects. This role offers opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative team and includes benefits such as private healthcare and contributions towards professional subscriptions.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Contributions to professional subscriptions

Enhanced maternity scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years of post-qualification experience in architecture.
• Experience in residential and commercial design.
• Full UK driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects across all RIBA work stages.
• Prepare quotations and tender submissions.
• Produce detailed drawings and construction documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

Education

Qualified Architect

Tools

SketchUp

Job description

Are you a qualified architect with 5+ years post qualification experience, ready to lead projects as a Senior Architect and shape the future of design?
This is an opportunity to join a collaborative team that values innovation, professional growth and exposure to exciting residential and commercial schemes across the North West and beyond.

Salary based on experience.

Why join this team?
Work on a variety of residential and commercial projects, locally and nationally
Be part of a multidisciplinary team with expertise across planning, urban design, and engineering
Opportunities for career progression, CPD, mentoring, and support towards chartership
Benefits include private healthcare, life insurance, company pension, cycle to work scheme, contributions to professional subscriptions, and enhanced maternity scheme

Key responsibilities of the Senior Architect:
Lead and manage projects across all RIBA work stages
Prepare quotations and tender submissions
Oversee and delegate tasks within the design team
Liaise with clients, contractors, and internal/external teams
Produce detailed drawings, specifications, and construction documentation
Chair meetings, take minutes, and administer contracts (JCT minor works and RIBA domestic)
Conduct site inspections ensuring quality and technical compliance

What they're looking for in a Senior Architect:
Qualified Architect with 5+ years of post-qualification experience
Experience in residential and commercial sectors
Strong communication and organisational skills
Ability to manage workloads and support junior team members
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Photoshop and InDesign (SketchUp desirable)
Commercial awareness with the ability to work to budgets and deadlines
Full UK driver's licence

If you are a Senior Architect looking for a new challenge, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of diverse projects and grow within a forward-thinking, employee-focused team.