Senior Architect

Architecture Social; Slough; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Discretionary bonus

Pension scheme

ARB/RIBA subscriptions

Season ticket loan

Training & development

EAP

Breakfasts & socials

Laptop provided

Job summary

Architecture Social is seeking a Senior Architect to lead residential and commercial projects from concept to delivery. The role involves coordinating with clients, consultants and internal teams, and mentoring junior staff within a collaborative studio.

You will drive design quality, technical delivery and client relationships, with a clear path toward Associate level for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Must be ARB-registered Architect.
• Extensive experience in a UK architectural practice.
• Proficient in Revit.
• Experience delivering residential, commercial and mixed-use projects.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Proven ability to lead project teams and manage consultant coordination.
• Ambition to progress toward Associate level.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of residential and commercial projects from design through to delivery.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to studio initiatives.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support business development and strengthen client relationships.

Skills

ARB-registered Architect

Revit proficient

Project leadership

Client-facing

Consultant coordination

Ambition to Associate

Education

ARB Registration

Tools

Revit

Job description

Senior Architect | Residential & Commercial Projects

A Senior Architect is sought to join a growing architectural team working across a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial developments. With a strong pipeline of projects already secured, the position offers the opportunity to take ownership of schemes from design through to delivery while playing a key role within a collaborative and ambitious studio.

The practice is looking for someone with the confidence to lead projects, manage consultant teams and build lasting client relationships. Equally important is the desire to progress professionally, with the role offering a clear path towards Associate level for the right individual.

The Role

You'll lead the delivery of residential and commercial projects across a variety of scales, working closely with clients, consultants and colleagues throughout the project lifecycle. The role combines project leadership, technical oversight and team coordination, making it well suited to someone who enjoys both the design and delivery aspects of architecture.

Beyond project work, you'll have the opportunity to mentor junior team members, contribute to studio initiatives and become increasingly involved in the wider success and growth of the practice.

Requirements

• ARB-registered Architect.
• Strong experience working within a UK architectural practice.
• Good Revit proficiency.
• Previous experience delivering residential, commercial and mixed-use projects.
• Excellent technical, communication and coordination skills.
• Experience leading project teams and managing consultant coordination.
• Confident client-facing abilities and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive approach and genuine ambition to progress towards Associate level.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional annual leave after long service. Christmas shutdown between Christmas and New Year.
• Discretionary annual bonus, plus an additional Christmas bonus.
• Private healthcare.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• ARB and RIBA subscriptions paid.
• Season ticket loan scheme.
• Pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Structured training, mentoring and professional development support.
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support.
• Financial wellbeing support.
• Monthly company breakfasts and studio-wide updates.
• Regular social events throughout the year.
• Laptop provided.

The Opportunity

This opportunity would suit a Senior Architect looking to take the next step in their career within a practice that values responsibility, professional development and long-term progression. Alongside a strong mix of residential and commercial projects, you'll have the chance to help shape projects, strengthen client relationships and position yourself for future advancement into an Associate-level role.