At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative design solutions for diverse, sustainable projects across the UK.
- Company: Award-winning design-led practice with a focus on sustainability and community.
- Benefits: Collaborative culture, ownership of projects, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team dedicated to creating meaningful, long-term outcomes.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on communities and the environment through regenerative design.
- Qualifications: ARB Registered Architect with strong design and project management skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
An award-winning design-led practice is seeking a talented and committed Architect to join its London studio. This role offers the opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of regenerative and sustainable projects throughout the UK, ranging from large-scale masterplans and education projects to hospitality, residential and community-focused developments. The studio brings together architects, masterplanners and interior designers with a shared ambition to create places that respond sensitively to landscape, heritage and community. Sustainability and regenerative design principles sit at the heart of every project, with a focus on delivering meaningful, long-term outcomes for people and the environment.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and contribute to innovative design solutions across a variety of project sectors and RIBA stages
- Prepare architectural design proposals, drawings, presentations, specifications and technical information
- Manage client relationships and coordinate consultant teams throughout project delivery
- Attend and lead meetings with clients, contractors and stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations, planning requirements, CDM and the Building Safety Act
- Coordinate with contractors, engineers and surveyors through construction stages
- Take ownership of project programmes, budgets and project delivery
- Support planning applications and stakeholder consultation processes
- Engage with local communities and project stakeholders to deliver inclusive, people-centred design outcomes
- Participate in design reviews and quality assurance processes
- Assist with business development activities, including tender submissions, bids and presentations
Requirements:
- ARB Registered Architect
- Experience managing projects across multiple RIBA stages
- Strong design, technical and project management skills
- Excellent working knowledge of Revit and BIM workflows
- Experience leading small teams and mentoring junior staff
- Sound understanding of UK Building Regulations, CDM and Building Safety requirements
- Knowledge of planning application procedures
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills
- Passion for sustainable and regenerative design
- Interest in landscape, ecology and heritage-led projects
- Rendering skills (Enscape, V-Ray or similar) desirable
- Hand drawing skills advantageous
- Fluent written and spoken English
- Eligibility to work in the UK
About the Practice:
The practice is recognised for its commitment to regenerative and sustainable design, delivering thoughtful projects that strengthen connections between people, place and nature. Its collaborative culture empowers individuals to take ownership of their work while contributing to projects that create lasting social and environmental value.
Design and Planning Architect in London employer: Architecture Social
Architecture Social is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and wellbeing, making it an ideal place for Architects looking to advance their careers. With a supportive team environment, hybrid working options, and comprehensive benefits such as enhanced leave and private healthcare, employees can thrive both professionally and personally in the vibrant city of London.
