Technical Architect Making the Move to Client Side - Social Housing Projects

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading East London social housing developer seeks a recently qualified architect for their in-house design team. This role offers the opportunity to transition from traditional architecture to a client-side position, contributing to safe and sustainable housing projects while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supported transition from architecture to client-side

Opportunity to work on large-scale projects

Flexibility with architecture practice collaboration

Qualifications

• 0–3 years post-Part III experience.
• Proficient in Revit and up-to-date with UK Building Safety Regulations.
• Experience on tall residential buildings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and develop technical drawings and documentation in Revit.
• Coordinate design input from architects and engineers.
• Ensure compliance with building safety standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Proficiency in Revit

Knowledge of UK Building Safety Regulations

Education

ARB registered

Job description

Job Description

A leading East London based social housing developer is seeking a recently qualified architect to join their new in-house design team. This is a unique opportunity for a driven individual looking to transition from traditional architecture into a client-side role, working directly with a developer committed to delivering safe, high-quality, and sustainable homes for London.

This role will report to a Senior Architect who is being hired in parallel to this opportunity, an exciting time as the developer grows their in-house design team.

Key Requirements:

• ARB registered with 0–3 years post-Part III experience
• Proficient in Revit
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK Building Safety Regulations and fire safety standards
• Demonstrated experience working on tall residential buildings
• Exposure to construction sites and understanding of the build process
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proactive with a problem-solving mindset and the ability to work independently
• Confident working in multidisciplinary teams and liaising with external consultants
• The right to work in the UK

Role Responsibilities:

• Drafting and developing technical drawings and documentation in Revit
• Coordinating design input from architects, engineers, and specialist consultants
• Working closely with contractors to ensure design intent is delivered on site
• Identifying and resolving design and construction issues efficiently
• Ensuring compliance with building safety and fire safety standards throughout the project lifecycle
• Supporting the development of high-rise residential schemes from design through delivery
• Attending site meetings and providing technical input during construction phases

What's On Offer:

• A competitive salary
• A supported route from architecture to client side
• Opportunity to work on site for large scale projects
• Flexibility to work in an architecture practice that the developer often collaborates with on projects, the practice is based in Hackney

This is an ideal role for a recently qualified architect ready to take ownership, step into a broader role, and make a meaningful impact a the social housing developer. You’ll be joining a passionate team working at the heart of housing delivery and design quality for London.