Senior Architect - Residential & Master Planning Lead in City of London

Are you a talented Project Architect with 5+ years of experience, passionate about shaping high-quality residential and masterplanning schemes? Ready to take a significant leadership role within a thriving, employee-owned practice?

An award-winning architecture and design practice in London, to find a driven Senior / Project Architect to join their growing team.

This is a standout opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects, from concept to completion, across diverse scales.

As a Project Architect, you will work closely with the Design Director and Associate, taking the helm on coordinating innovative residential and master planning projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading the day-to-day management of projects.
• Overseeing and inspiring project teams.
• Providing guidance and mentorship to junior colleagues.
• Driving projects with a focus on low-density residential architecture and urban design.
• Championing innovative and sustainable environments.

Skills

• 5+ years demonstrable record in the design development of mixed-use residential and master planning projects.
• A natural team player with a strong collaborative approach to design.
• Confident in client-facing environments and skilled in stakeholder/public engagement.
• Ability to manage internal teams and coordinate external consultants effectively across multiple projects.
• Capable of managing all project aspects, from strategic oversight to 3D modelling, sketching, and compiling compelling reports/presentations.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid experience preparing outline and detailed planning applications within the UK, including the preparation of design codes.
• A keen interest in sustainability and emerging trends in residential design.
• High proficiency in Revit, Adobe Suite, and SketchUp.

Benefits

• Lucrative EOT Profit-Share Scheme.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Flexible Hybrid Working arrangements.
• Structured Mentoring Programme.
• Professional memberships paid.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Vibrant social events calendar.
• A genuinely friendly, supportive, and creative environment.
• Dedicated Learning & Development (L&D) programme.

Ready to Make Your Mark?

If you are a dedicated and talented Project Architect looking to step into a key role within a design-focused, collaborative, and forward-thinking practice, we want to hear from you!