Senior Interior Architect in Manchester

A Senior Interior Architect is required for a growing design-led interior architecture practice specialising in luxury hospitality, hotel, commercial and high-end interior projects across the UK and internationally. With a team of 16 employees split across London and Manchester, and a newly established international office in New York, the business is entering an exciting phase of growth while continuing to build its reputation for delivering exceptional design-led environments.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Interior Architect looking to take ownership of prestigious projects from concept through to completion. Working closely with the Directors and senior design team, you will lead the technical delivery of projects, oversee a junior team member from day one, and represent the practice on site throughout construction. With projects spanning the UK, Europe, the Middle East and North America, the role offers genuine variety, international exposure and the opportunity to influence the continued growth of an ambitious, collaborative practice.

• Salary between £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience.
• Hybrid working with 2 days working from home.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Private healthcare.
• Enhanced maternity package.
• Company pension scheme.
• Opportunity to be part of a growing business with a newly established international office.

• Lead the architectural delivery of hospitality, hotel, commercial and luxury interior projects.
• Manage projects through RIBA Stages 3-6, producing detailed technical drawing packages and comprehensive joinery information.
• Produce and coordinate technical drawings using AutoCAD, with Revit experience considered advantageous.
• Collaborate closely with the Interior Design team to develop coordinated design solutions.
• Attend site meetings, represent the practice on site, and liaise with contractors throughout project delivery.
• Coordinate consultants, suppliers and specialist subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered on time and to the highest standards.
• Provide technical guidance on construction detailing, materials and bespoke joinery.
• Support project scheduling and resource planning alongside the wider leadership team.
• Mentor and oversee a junior architectural team member while maintaining high technical standards across the practice.
• Occasional travel to project sites across the UK and overseas as required.

• Degree qualified in Architecture, Architectural Technology or a related discipline.
• Strong experience delivering hospitality, hotel, commercial or luxury interior projects.
• Excellent technical knowledge with proven experience across RIBA Stages 3-6.
• Strong experience producing technical drawing packages and bespoke joinery details.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential, with Revit experience highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the confidence to manage projects and mentor junior staff.
• Experience attending site and working closely with contractors during construction.
• A collaborative and personable approach with the ability to build strong relationships across project teams.
• The practice is keen to appoint someone with personality who enjoys working within a close-knit team and contributing beyond their day-to-day project responsibilities.