Senior Architect / Architectural Technologist

Technical Moves; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established architectural practice in the UK is seeking a Senior Architect to lead diverse commercial projects across various sectors. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience, strong technical design skills, and excellent communication abilities. This role offers a competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to work in a collaborative environment with hybrid client interactions.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity for professional growth

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 8+ years post-qualification experience delivering complex commercial projects.
• Proven track record in commercial architecture across various sectors.
• Ability to coordinate consultant information and produce clear documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial projects from concept to completion.
• Manage project deadlines and ensure smooth delivery of information.
• Mentor and support colleagues within a collaborative team.

Skills

Strong technical design expertise

Client relationship management

Project management

Communication

Education

RIBA Part 3 / ARB qualified Architect or MCIAT Technologist

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Overview

My client is seeking an experienced Senior Architect or Senior Architectural Technologist to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across the retail, industrial, logistics, office, and education sectors.

You’ll take a lead role in developing and coordinating detailed construction packages, overseeing projects through to site delivery, and ensuring quality at every stage. This is a client-facing role where strong technical expertise and excellent communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial projects from early concept through to completion (RIBA Work Stages 1–6).
• Produce and coordinate planning, tender, and construction information packages.
• Work directly with clients, consultants, and project teams, both in-office and on-site.
• Manage project deadlines, lead meetings, and ensure smooth delivery of information.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of UK building regulations and planning processes.
• Use software such as AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Photoshop to develop high-quality outputs.
• Mentor and support colleagues, contributing to a collaborative team culture.
• Represent the practice at industry events and client meetings.

Qualifications

• RIBA Part 3 / ARB qualified Architect, or MCIAT Technologist.
• Minimum 8+ years post-qualification experience delivering complex commercial projects.
• Proven track record in commercial architecture (retail, industrial, logistics, office, education).
• Strong technical design expertise and understanding of building regulations.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Experience managing projects independently as well as working within a team.
• Ability to coordinate consultant information, resolve design issues, and produce clear documentation.

Why join them?

• Opportunity to work on a wide range of commercial projects with an established client base.
• Join a collaborative and supportive team with room for professional growth.
• Hybrid client interaction—office-based, remote meetings, and on-site involvement.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Chance to make an impact in a growing, forward-thinking architectural practice.