Project Architect

A well-established, award-winning, medium-sized regional Architectural Practice is seeking an enthusiastic, confident, and well-organised Project Architect to join their Leeds City Centre studio located in the heart of Leeds city centre.

With over 60 staff across five national offices, the practice continues to grow sustainably and profitably. They hold Investors in People (IIP) Gold accreditation and rank as the second-highest scoring architecture practice on the IIP international database, a true testament to their commitment to people development, wellbeing, and a healthy work-life balance.

The practice has a diverse and design-focused portfolio, historically recognised for excellence in the Education sector and now firmly established across Commercial & Industrial, Healthcare, Leisure & Arts, Residential, and Sports & Recreation. Current project demands, include a major national framework with the MOJ, multiple university projects.

Role & Responsibilities - Project Architect

As a Project Architect, you will play a key role in the technical delivery and design quality of a wide range of projects. We are particularly seeking candidates with strong technical competence, including experience in low-carbon design, decarbonisation strategies, and retrofit, to support the practice's long-term sustainability objectives.

You will be responsible for:

• Supporting and leading day-to-day project delivery across RIBA Stages 0-7, demonstrating strong technical and organisational capability.
• Producing high-quality planning and construction drawing packages including drawings, schedules, and specifications.
• Applying detailed knowledge of retrofit principles, building fabric performance, and sustainable construction technologies.
• Contributing to the practice's decarbonisation and net-zero design approaches, ensuring projects align with emerging standards and regulations.
• Liaising confidently with clients, contractors, consultants, local authorities, and building control.
• Coordinating work from external consultants and internal team members.
• Working both collaboratively within project teams and independently when required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Chartered Architect (ARB registered).
• At least 3-5 years+ post-qualification experience, operating at Project Architect level and confidently managing your own projects.
• Strong technical background with proven experience in:
  • UK Building Regulations and planning policy
  • Technical detailing and construction packages
  • Sustainable design, retrofit, low-carbon strategies, and whole-life carbon considerations
• A genuine interest in delivering projects from inception to completion.
• Strong design thinking, creativity, and problem-solving abilities.
• Clear communication, team leadership, and project management skills.
• Experience with Revit is highly advantageous, as the majority of projects are delivered in BIM.

What's On Offer

• The opportunity to work within a national, forward-thinking practice with a diverse and challenging project portfolio.
• Clear routes for career progression toward Senior Architect level.
• Agile working hours and a genuinely supportive approach to work-life balance.
• Flexible hybrid/home-working policy.
• Generous benefits, rewards, and incentives.
• Regular social events, an inclusive culture, and a friendly team environment.
• Training and CPD opportunities within a financially robust practice.
• Competitive salary 38,000-45,000 negotiable depending on experience.

Interested?
Click Apply or contact James Jackson at Conrad Consulting for more information.