Senior Architect

Senior Architect job in London. A fantastic opportunity to lead and deliver innovative education projects with a forward-thinking, employee-owned practice committed to sustainability, community, and purpose.

This progressive B Corp certified practice is one of the UK's leading multidisciplinary design consultancies, employing over 300 specialists across 9 studios nationwide. With a strong reputation for design quality, technical excellence, and a people-first culture, the business is dedicated to creating inspiring, sustainable places that positively impact communities. As an employee-owned organisation, it offers a supportive environment and future opportunity to share in ownership.

• Lead and run education projects, particularly within the schools sector, from concept through to completion
• Manage multiple or complex projects to meet deadlines, budgets, and client expectations
• Direct and mentor junior architects, supporting their professional development
• Lead client meetings, presentations, and engagement with stakeholders
• Oversee design development, technical delivery, and coordination with consultants
• Manage project finances including fees, invoicing, and profitability
• Contribute to securing new work and generating positive PR for the business

• RIBA Part 3 (or equivalent) with 3+ post-qualification experience
• Proven track record delivering schools projects, including DfE-led schemes
• Strong design, technical and presentation skills with Revit proficiency
• Experience of projects valued between 5m-20m
• Ability to manage teams, collaborate across disciplines, and build strong client relationships
• Knowledge of MMC solutions, refurbishment and retrofit approaches
• Experience with SEN, Further or Higher Education projects (desirable)
• Understanding of BIM workflows and technical advisor roles in education projects (desirable)

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday
• Flexible working times
• Hybrid working
• Employee ownership scheme
• Pension contribution
• Childcare vouchers
• Cycle to work
• Assisted healthcare plans

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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