15 Senior Architect jobs in Penguin Recruitment

Senior Architect

Location: Leicester

Salary: Circa £40-50,000 DOE

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Architect to join a specialist, award-winning architectural practice in Leicester. The practice is renowned for designing bespoke accessible homes that have a genuine, life-changing impact, working closely with clients, healthcare professionals and legal teams to deliver thoughtful, innovative design solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Architect looking to take on a leadership role within a collaborative and purpose-driven environment, managing projects from concept through to completion while mentoring junior team members.

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Paid professional memberships
• Ongoing career development opportunities
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing practice
• Agile working approach
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to work on genuinely rewarding, life-changing projects

• Lead architectural projects through all RIBA work stages
• Produce high-quality design proposals and technical drawings
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors and multidisciplinary teams
• Manage planning applications and Building Regulations submissions
• Undertake site visits and oversee projects during construction
• Mentor and support junior members of the architectural team
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Maintain excellent technical and design standards throughout project delivery

• ARB-registered Architect with several years' post-qualification experience
• Strong experience managing projects through all RIBA stages
• Excellent technical detailing and construction knowledge
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• Experience leading projects and mentoring colleagues
• Full UK driving licence
• Happy to work from the Leicester office five days a week within an agile working environment

To apply, please contact KAZ on (phone number removed) OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to I hope to hear from you soon

Senior Architect

Location: Liverpool

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

• Highly competitive salary
• Flexible working
• Contributory pension scheme
• Professional development
• Generous holiday allowance

• Lead and deliver on residential and commercial projects from inception through to completion
• Prepare quotations and tender submissions
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and other external team members
• Produce detailed drawing packages, specifications and construction documentation
• Carry out site visits and surveys to ensure technical compliance is achieved

• ARB registered
• Significant post RIBA Part 3 qualification experience as an Architect within a UK practice
• Experience managing projects within the residential and commercial sector
• Strong experience working across all RIBA work stages
• Proficient with AutoCAD and Revit
• Excellent drawing and design skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Live within a commutable distance to the Liverpool area

Permanent role

Job Title: Senior Architect

Ref: BM148

Location: Sheffield

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading RIBA chartered practice who offer award-winning design services the healthcare and education sectors. They are on the lookout for an experienced Senior Architect to hit the ground running for their team in Sheffield.

• Highly competitive salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Generous Holiday allowance
• Personal development
• Generous holiday allowance

• Manage and deliver various projects from inception through to completion
• Produce detailed project information for all RIBA stages
• Work alongside the design team on day-to-day project information
• Liaise with main contractors and sub-contractor teams
• Attend design team meetings and site visits

• Strong post RIBA Part 3 qualification experience as an Architect within a UK practice
• Proficient with Revit
• Experience managing projects across various sectors
• Job running experience
• Excellent drawing and design skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Live within a commutable distance to the Sheffield area

This is a permanent role.

Job Title: Senior Architect

Location: London

Salary: £48-60,000+ DOE

An established multidisciplinary architecture and design consultancy is seeking a Senior Architect to join its London studio. This is an excellent opportunity to lead the delivery of complex residential projects, with a particular focus on Higher Risk Buildings (HRBs) and external wall remediation. Working closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams, you'll oversee projects from concept through to completion, providing technical leadership, mentoring junior staff and contributing to the continued growth of the practice.

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working
• Clear career progression
• Ongoing CPD and professional development
• Opportunity to lead high-profile residential projects
• Collaborative and supportive studio environment
• Involvement in business development and client growth

• Lead the delivery of residential projects through all RIBA work stages.
• Manage client relationships, acting as the main point of contact throughout project delivery.
• Oversee project programmes, resources, budgets, and quality standards.
• Produce and review design, technical and construction information.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, consultants, and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, Building Safety legislation and industry standards.
• Monitor project risks, programme, and commercial performance, including fees and WIP.
• Contribute to fee proposals, bids, and business development activities.
• Present designs and technical solutions to clients and stakeholders.
• Mentor and support junior team members while promoting best practice across the studio.
• Drive continuous improvements in technical quality, design standards and project delivery.

• ARB registered Architect with substantial years' UK post-qualification experience.
• Strong background delivering residential projects valued between £5m-£50m.
• Experience working on Higher Risk Buildings (HRBs) and external wall remediation projects.
• Excellent technical knowledge, including UK Building Regulations and Building Safety requirements.
• Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing projects through construction.
• Strong Revit and AutoCAD skills.
• Commercially aware, with experience managing project programmes, fees, and resources.
• Excellent communication and client management skills.
• A proactive leader with a collaborative approach and a passion for mentoring others.

To apply, please contact KAZ on (phone number removed) OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio.

Senior Architect

Location: Cornwall
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000

A respected and growing residential property developer is seeking a Senior Architect to become part of its in‑house team based in Cornwall. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Architect to play a key role in the design and delivery of a broad portfolio of residential developments, ranging from thoughtfully designed housing schemes to luxury bespoke properties. Working alongside the land, planning, technical, and construction teams, you will be involved throughout the entire project lifecycle, from early concept design to final completion. The position offers significant responsibility, allowing you to help shape design quality, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to the continued growth of the business.

• Lead the design and coordination of residential developments across all stages of the architectural process.
• Prepare high-quality design concepts, planning drawings, and presentation material.
• Manage projects through concept design, planning, and technical delivery to completion.
• Coordinate external consultants, ensuring information is delivered accurately and in line with project programmes.
• Review technical documentation to ensure compliance with current Building Regulations, planning requirements, and industry standards.
• Work closely with internal teams to maintain design excellence and achieve project objectives.
• Provide architectural input during the construction phase, responding to technical queries and resolving design issues.
• Attend project meetings and act as the primary architectural contact throughout project delivery.

• Qualified Architect with current ARB registration.
• Demonstrable experience delivering residential developments within the UK.
• Strong design ability supported by a solid understanding of residential construction and technical detailing.
• Experience managing projects through planning, design development, and technical delivery stages.
• Good knowledge of UK Building Regulations, planning legislation, and construction practices.
• Proficient in CAD software, with experience using Archicad considered an advantage.
• Previous experience coordinating multidisciplinary consultants and managing project information.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Competent user of Microsoft Office applications.

• Become part of a highly regarded residential developer with a strong reputation for quality and design.
• Work on a diverse range of residential projects across Cornwall.
• Join a collaborative and supportive team where your ideas and expertise will make a real impact.
• Benefit from flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Private healthcare package.
• Competitive salary, performance-related bonus, and excellent opportunities for long-term career development.

Job Title: Senior Architect

Ref: BM242

Location: Liverpool

Salary: 40,000 - 50,000

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a multidisciplined national practice who offer a wide range of expertise to the residential and commercial sectors. They are looking for a talented and experienced Senior Architect to hit the ground running for their team in Liverpool.

Benefits for the role of Senior Architect include:

• Highly competitive salary
• Flexible working
• Contributory pension scheme
• Professional development
• Generous holiday allowance

Duties for the role of Senior Architect include:

• Lead and deliver on residential and commercial projects from inception through to completion
• Prepare quotations and tender submissions
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and other external team members
• Produce detailed drawing packages, specifications and construction documentation
• Carry out site visits and surveys to ensure technical compliance is achieved

Skills and experience for the role of Senior Architect:

• ARB registered
• Significant post RIBA Part 3 qualification experience as an Architect within a UK practice
• Experience managing projects within the residential and commercial sector
• Strong experience working across all RIBA work stages
• Proficient with AutoCAD and Revit
• Excellent drawing and design skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Live within a commutable distance to the Liverpool area

If This role interests you or if you are interested in searching for other roles relating to architecture please feel free to contact Ben Moore on (phone number removed) or email (url removed). There are many more roles available on our website at (url removed). This is a permanent role

Job Title: Senior Architect

Location: Devon

Salary: 40-50,000+ DOE

About the company:

A fantastic opportunity is available for a Senior Architect to join an award-winning architectural practice in Devon . The successful candidate will become part of a collaborative team specialising in bespoke residential adaptations and accessible design projects that positively transform people's lives. This role offers the chance to lead a variety of technically rewarding projects from initial concept through to completion while working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Pension scheme
• Paid professional memberships
• Ongoing development opportunities
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing practice
• Agile working approach
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to work on genuinely rewarding, life-changing projects

Daily Duties

• Lead projects across all RIBA stages
• Develop creative design solutions and detailed technical packages
• Prepare planning and Building Regulations submissions
• Coordinate consultants and external stakeholders
• Attend client meetings and site visits
• Oversee projects through construction
• Support junior team members and contribute to practice development
• Ensure projects meet programme, quality and budget requirements

Ideal Candidate

• ARB-registered Architect with strong extensive post-Part 3 experience
• Experience delivering projects through all RIBA stages
• Excellent technical knowledge and detailing ability
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to lead projects and manage client relationships
• Full UK driving licence
• Happy to work from the Devon office five days a week within an agile working environment

To apply, please contact KAZ on (phone number removed) OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to (url removed) I hope to hear from you soon!

Job Title: Senior Architect

Location: Leicester

Salary: Circa 40-50,000 DOE

About the company:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Architect to join a specialist, award-winning architectural practice in Leicester . The practice is renowned for designing bespoke accessible homes that have a genuine, life-changing impact, working closely with clients, healthcare professionals and legal teams to deliver thoughtful, innovative design solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Architect looking to take on a leadership role within a collaborative and purpose-driven environment, managing projects from concept through to completion while mentoring junior team members.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Paid professional memberships
• Ongoing career development opportunities
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing practice
• Agile working approach
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to work on genuinely rewarding, life-changing projects

Daily Duties

• Lead architectural projects through all RIBA work stages
• Produce high-quality design proposals and technical drawings
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors and multidisciplinary teams
• Manage planning applications and Building Regulations submissions
• Undertake site visits and oversee projects during construction
• Mentor and support junior members of the architectural team
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Maintain excellent technical and design standards throughout project delivery

Ideal Candidate

• ARB-registered Architect with several years' post-qualification experience
• Strong experience managing projects through all RIBA stages
• Excellent technical detailing and construction knowledge
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• Experience leading projects and mentoring colleagues
• Full UK driving licence
• Happy to work from the Leicester office five days a week within an agile working environment

To apply, please contact KAZ on (phone number removed) OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to (url removed) I hope to hear from you soon!

Senior Architect

Location: London

Salary: £40-48,000 DOE

I'm partnering with an award‑winning AJ100 architectural practice to recruit a skilled Senior Architect for their vibrant and sociable studio in London. The team delivers a wide variety of projects across residential, education, commercial, healthcare, and hospitality sectors, with a strong emphasis on sustainable design and creating spaces that put people first.

• Regular social events and European study trips
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme and vision care support
• Structured internal and external CPD programme
• Mentorship scheme and organised site visits
• Clear career progression within a collaborative practice
• Flexible working options considered

• Lead the design and delivery of projects across residential, education, mixed‑use, and commercial sectors
• Manage projects through multiple RIBA stages, maintaining high design and technical standards
• Produce and oversee detailed drawing packages, specifications, and technical documentation
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth project delivery
• Contribute to sustainable design strategies and innovative technical solutions
• Lead client meetings and build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Mentor and support junior team members within the studio

• Qualified Architect with ARB registration
• Significant post‑qualification experience in a UK architectural practice
• Proven experience leading projects across multiple RIBA stages
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong technical knowledge and understanding of UK Building Regulations
• Excellent communication, coordination, and organisational skills
• Confident, proactive, and capable of managing project responsibilities independently