Senior Residential Architect

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in London seeks a Senior Architect or Technician to contribute to large-scale residential projects. You will manage technical delivery and collaborate with various stakeholders from design to construction. The ideal candidate has strong design skills, experience in UK housing schemes, and proficiency in AutoCAD. Join a forward-thinking practice focused on sustainable design and impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience delivering projects on-site, particularly large UK housing schemes.
• Solid understanding of UK Building Regulations and standards.
• Working knowledge of Permitted Development Regulations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed drawing packages (Stages 4–5).
• Collaborate with consultants, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Oversee on-site technical delivery and contractor engagement.

Skills

Strong design and technical skills

Excellent 2D and 3D drawing skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Confidence across all RIBA Stages (3–7)

Organised and motivated

Tools

Revit

Job description

Overview

Our client are looking for a Senior Architect or Technician with experience delivering large-scale residential projects through construction.

You’ll be a key member of the technical design team, working on large-scale residential conversion and regeneration projects. From detailed design through to on-site delivery, you’ll ensure seamless coordination between new-build and refurbishment elements.

The Role

• Develop and manage detailed drawing packages (Stages 4–5).
• Collaborate with consultants, contractors, and specialist subcontractors.
• Oversee on-site technical delivery and contractor engagement.
• Manage design detailing, material selection, and construction sequencing.
• Keep communication flowing across the wider project team to ensure smooth delivery.

Requirements

• Extensive experience delivering projects on-site, specifically on large UK housing schemes.
• Experience/interest in masterplanning
• Strong design and technical skills, with confidence across all RIBA Stages (3–7).
• Solid understanding of UK Building Regulations and standards.
• Working knowledge of Permitted Development Regulations (desirable).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, with Revit (or similar) an advantage.
• Excellent 2D and 3D drawing skills.
• Organised, motivated, and adaptable, with strong time management.

Why Apply?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking practice dedicated to creating better living through smart, sustainable design. You’ll work in a collaborative environment where your technical expertise will make a real impact on high-profile projects.

If you meet the criteria listed above, please apply with a copy of your CV by pressing the apply button to be considered. We receive many applications so if you do not hear from us within 5 days, please consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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