Senior Architect

Penguin Recruitment; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/hybrid working

Generous annual leave

CPD & development support

Career progression

Wellbeing initiatives

Collaborative studio

UK high-profile projects

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment in Sheffield is seeking a Senior Architect to lead complex projects within a design-led practice. You will take overall responsibility for delivery across all RIBA stages, from feasibility to completion, and coordinate with clients, consultants and contractors on schemes typically ranging from £3m-£10m.

ARB-registered with several years post-Part 3 experience is essential. The role offers hybrid working, a supportive studio, and opportunities to mentor junior staff and

Qualifications

• ARB-registered Architect with several years of post-Part 3 experience.
• Strong experience leading projects independently from feasibility through to completion.
• Proven ability to manage projects in education, healthcare or industrial sectors.
• Excellent knowledge of current UK Building Regulations and construction standards.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the delivery of architectural projects across all RIBA work stages.
• Lead projects typically ranging in value from £3m-£10m.
• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams and stakeholders.
• Develop and oversee detailed design, technical information and documentation.
• Lead client presentations, design reviews and site meetings.
• Mentor junior members of the architectural team.

Skills

Revit

Client-facing

Communication

Leadership

Organisational skills

Education

ARB-registered Architect

Tools

Revit

Job description

Senior Architect

Location: Sheffield

Salary: £40-48,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Architect to join a well-established and design-led architectural practice in Sheffield. With a strong portfolio spanning education, healthcare, industrial, civic and workplace projects, the practice is recognised for combining thoughtful design with robust technical delivery. The successful candidate will take a leading role in delivering complex projects, managing teams and coordinating with clients, consultants and contractors throughout the design and construction process. Working within a supportive and collaborative studio, this position offers the opportunity to take ownership of significant schemes, contribute to the continued growth of the practice and mentor less experienced team members.

Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements


• Generous annual leave entitlement


• Ongoing CPD and professional development support


• Clear opportunities for career progression


• Employee wellbeing initiatives


• Friendly and collaborative studio environment


• Opportunity to work on high-profile and award-winning projects across the UK

The Role

• Take overall responsibility for the delivery of architectural projects across all RIBA work stages, from initial feasibility and concept through to completion


• Lead projects typically ranging in value from £3m-£10m


• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, consultants and external stakeholders


• Develop and oversee detailed design, technical information and construction documentation


• Lead client presentations, design reviews, site meetings and project coordination sessions


• Manage project programmes, budgets and quality standards to ensure successful delivery


• Provide technical and design leadership throughout the project lifecycle


• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants, contractors and other project stakeholders


• Support and mentor junior members of the architectural team


• Contribute to the ongoing development of the practice, its design standards and project delivery processes

The Ideal Candidate

• ARB-registered Architect with several years of post-Part 3 experience


• Strong experience leading projects independently from feasibility through to completion


• Proven experience delivering projects within the education, healthcare or industrial/manufacturing sectors


• Demonstrable experience managing projects in the region of £3m-£10m in value


• Excellent technical knowledge and a strong understanding of current UK Building Regulations and construction standards


• Confident coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing project information


• Revit experience is desirable


• Strong client-facing, communication and organisational skills


• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, programmes and project requirements


• A proactive and collaborative approach, with the confidence to take ownership and make informed project decisions


• Passionate about delivering well-designed, technically sound architecture and contributing positively to a design-led practice