Senior Architect

HAUS Careers; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Opportunity for permanent position

Job summary

A leading architectural practice in London is seeking a skilled Senior Architect/Associate for a 10-month maternity cover, with a strong possibility of permanency. The role involves managing multiple projects, internal teams, and client relationships. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of experience in complex residential projects and proficiency in tools like Vectorworks and InDesign. The work environment is flexible, with one day of work from home allowed.

Qualifications

• Experienced in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven track record in residential and mixed-use projects.
• Capable of leading teams and client relationships.
• Comfortable working at Associate/Senior/Director level.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple projects and manage internal teams.
• Support project strategy and delivery as part of the senior team.
• Ensure quality output and efficient workflows.
• Maintain quality across output and ensure efficient workflows using Vectorworks.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Consultant coordination

BIM workflows

Vectorworks

InDesign

InDesign

Education

5–8+ years post-Part III experience

Tools

Vectorworks

BIM software

InDesign

Job description

Overview

Senior Architect / Associate – 10-Month Maternity Cover – Residential – Vectorworks

Sector: Residential | Software: Vectorworks | Location: Central/West London | Start: September or October 2025 | Working Pattern: 1 day WFH per week, flexible working encouraged

An established and design-focused architectural practice in Central/West London is seeking a highly experienced Senior Architect / Associate to join their senior leadership team for a 10-month maternity cover. This is a crucial, strategic role with the potential to become permanent.

You will operate as a senior job runner across multiple live projects – managing both teams and client relationships. The ideal candidate will be confident, collaborative, and capable of leading from the front, representing the practice with professionalism and clarity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee multiple projects simultaneously, rather than focusing on a single scheme
• Manage internal teams, consultants, and client relationships across all project stages
• Contribute to high-level project strategy and delivery, supporting directors as part of the senior team
• Maintain quality across output and ensure efficient workflows using Vectorworks

Required Skills & Experience

• 5–8+ years post-Part III experience
• Proven track record of running complex residential and mixed-use projects
• Excellent client-facing and consultant coordination skills
• Good working knowledge of InDesign and BIM workflows
• Comfortable working at Associate/Senior/Director level

Project Types Include

• Mid to large-scale private residential developments
• PBSA (Purpose-Built Student Accommodation)
• Co-living models
• Hotels and mixed-use schemes

Additional Info

• This position is ideal for someone seeking long-term contract work
• Maternity cover with a strong likelihood of becoming permanent
• Flexible working environment with one day WFH as standard

If you are a motivated, capable senior architect ready to step into a key role within a respected London practice, we’d love to hear from you.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Job#26582

Details

• Seniority level — Mid-Senior level
• Employment type — Full-time
• Job function — Design
• Industries — Design Services and Architecture and Planning