Senior Architect (Workplace / Commercial)

Stride Treglown; Bristol (VA); Hybrid; USD 53,901 - 80,851; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Health Cash Plan

Life Assurance scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

EV Lease Scheme

Mentoring opportunities

Job summary

A reputable architecture firm in Bristol is seeking an experienced Architect to lead roles in their Workplace and Commercial sector. The position involves managing complex projects, developing sustainable designs, and navigating regulatory frameworks. You will work closely with Sector Directors and be involved in statutory submissions. This full-time role allows for hybrid working, offering a supportive culture and a comprehensive benefits package including a Health Cash Plan and career progression support.

Qualifications

• Significant experience delivering complex workplace or commercial projects in the UK.
• Familiarity with the Building Safety Act and complex regulatory frameworks.
• Seeking career progression towards Senior or Associate status.

Responsibilities

• Develop efficient and effective designs from client briefs.
• Lead preparation of statutory submissions including Planning Applications.
• Act as primary contact for project delivery, facilitating negotiations.

Skills

Experience in delivering complex workplace or commercial projects

Understanding of UK Building Regulations and construction law

Ability to manage design risk

Strong negotiation skills

Job description

Our vibrant Bristol studio is seeking an experienced and proactive Architect to take a lead role within our Workplace and Commercial sector. This is an opportunity for an Architect ready to step up into project leadership or senior level role, where you will hold influence over design direction and project delivery from Stage 2 through to completion.

You will join a talented team known for forward-thinking and sustainable design, who are currently delivering major campus based workplace and commercial spaces. We are looking for someone with the technical expertise and leadership skills to deliver high-quality, sustainable architecture while helping to drive the future of our commercial sector.

Why this role?

This is a rare opportunity to manage projects autonomously. You will work closely with our Sector Directors to shape project outcomes, engage directly with statutory authorities, and play an active role in the development of our practice’s commercial footprint.

Key Responsibilities

• Design Development & Compliance: Take a client brief and develop efficient, effective designs using robust and sustainable solutions. Ensure all work is compliant with UK Building Regulations, construction law, British Standards, and relevant Codes of Practice (CoPs).
• Technical Specification: Advise on material selection and assist in the production of NBS specifications.
• Statutory Leadership: Lead the preparation and completion of statutory submissions, including Planning Applications, Building Regulations, and Building Safety Gateways.
• Negotiation & Reporting: Act as a primary point of contact for project delivery; you will negotiate directly with statutory bodies, draft technical reports, and manage all necessary submissions.
• Collaborative Delivery: Attend and lead meetings and workshops with clients, designers, contractors, and other specialists.
• Risk Management: Support the Project Lead in the management and maintenance of Design Risk Registers.
• Sector Growth: Collaborate with the Sector Director to identify new opportunities, contributing to the practice’s design language and business development within the commercial sector.

Who you are

• You have significant experience delivering complex workplace or commercial projects in the UK.
• You are comfortable navigating the Building Safety Act, technical statutory requirements, and complex regulatory frameworks.
• You are an ambitious Architect looking for a firm that offers a clear path to Senior or Associate status, where your technical expertise and contribution to the team are valued.

Stride Treglown is employee-owned and B Corp® certified, where we believe that great design requires a human approach, deep local knowledge, and specialist expertise—all backed by verified results.

We can offer:

• Full-time hours (37.5 hours/week) with hybrid, flexible and agile working
• A comprehensive benefit package including 25 days holiday plus public holidays, Health Cash Plan, Life Assurance scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme & EV Lease Scheme
• Support with career progression and education
• A supportive, friendly, open and caring culture
• Mentoring, with opportunities to develop team leadership skills
• A great working environment

Stride Treglown is registered as a Disability Confident Committed Employer. We are committed to changing behaviours and cultures with inclusive recruitment practices. We believe that every individual irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, nationality, background, disability, or marital status can bring their full purpose to life. We will provide a fully accessible recruitment process and offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

We look forward to receiving your application.