Senior Architect/Architectural Technologist

Mustard; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architecture firm in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Architect or Architectural Technologist to provide technical design leadership. The role involves managing diverse projects, ensuring design excellence, and mentoring junior staff while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of post-qualification experience in a UK-based practice.
• Expertise across all RIBA stages, particularly Stages 3-7.

Responsibilities

• Lead programming and planning of technical design packages.
• Manage projects ensuring positive design and client satisfaction.
• Conduct technical design reviews and audits.

Skills

Technical Design Leadership

Project Management

Client Communication

Team Management

Detail-Oriented

Education

RIBA/ARB registration

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

NBS software

Job description

Mustard, Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

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Job Description

Senior Architect or Technologist in Cambridge?

I am working with an AJ100 firm in Cambridge looking for an experienced Senior Project Architect or Technologist to provide technical design leadership within our project teams and across our studio. The role involves working on diverse projects, managing teams, and ensuring successful design outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead programming and planning of technical design packages, defining outputs and deliverables.
• Manage and oversee projects, ensuring positive design, client satisfaction, and financial success.
• Act as a key point of contact, reporting to team leaders and studio leadership.
• Coordinate design professionals within multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Maintain communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Conduct technical design reviews/audits, sharing feedback and best practices.
• Line manage up to three team members, supporting their professional growth.
• Contribute to the practice-wide Technical Leadership Group.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and creative team of architectural professionals.

Skills & Experience Required

• 15+ years of post-qualification experience in a UK-based practice as a Project Architect or Technologist.
• Professional qualification: RIBA/ARB registration or equivalent (e.g., CIAT).
• Strong technical and detailing skills, with a deep understanding of UK Building & Planning regulations.
• Proven experience across all RIBA stages, particularly Stages 3-7.
• Expertise in AutoCAD, Revit, and NBS software (essential).
• Conservation experience is desirable.
• Project management and contract administration skills.
• Leadership experience in managing small to medium-sized teams.
• Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented approach.
• Excellent verbal, written, and client-facing communication skills.
• Experience with financial responsibility for project success.
• Passion for mentoring, knowledge-sharing, and team development.

Salary will be based on experience and ability, expected to be between £45,000 - £55,000.

If this sounds like your next career move, please reach out.

Job ID: 87542

Contact Martha Cumiskey, a consultant at Mustard, for more info or to discuss other options. Call 0117 284 0488 or the office on 0117 929 6060. Email: [e-mail].

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Mustard is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. If accommodations are needed during the application process, please let us know. We value the unique skills and experiences each candidate brings and aim to create a respectful environment.