Reference: 4835410Job ID: 5418973Posted: 2026-10-07Closing date: 2027-01-05Location: ManchesterSalary: 45,000 - 55,000 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Construction / ArchitectureCompany: HaysConsultant: Karolina Kinga BarnettHays office: Manchester — 5th Floor, City Tower, Piccadilly PlazaPhone: 0161 236 4949Email: karolina.nastaly@hays.comYour new companyAn exciting opportunity for a talented Senior Architect to join a highly regarded multidisciplinary design practice in Manchester. Working on residential projects, you will play a key role in driving high-quality design solutions from concept through to completion while collaborating with a diverse team of professionals across a range of disciplines.
Your new roleAs a Senior Architect, you will be responsible for leading the development and delivery of residential projects, taking ownership of key design decisions and ensuring exceptional design quality throughout the project life cycle. Working closely with senior leadership, you will initiate and develop design concepts, lead project teams, and oversee the quality of project outputs.
You will mentor and support junior team members, manage stakeholder engagement with clients and contractors, and coordinate effectively with both internal and external disciplines to deliver highly integrated design solutions. The role requires a collaborative approach, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines within a dynamic project environment. What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will be an ARB-qualified Senior Architect with proven post-qualification experience delivering residential projects. You will demonstrate: Strong design capabilities with a portfolio showcasing relevant project experience.
Experience in briefing, concept design development, and project implementation.
The ability to lead stakeholder engagement and manage relationships with clients and contractors.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
Experience delivering projects within BIM environments.
Proficiency in Revit.
Experience with InDesign, Photoshop, PowerPoint and SketchUp would be advantageous but is not essential.
What you'll get in return What you need to do nowIn return, you will have access to a broad range of professional development opportunities, including structured learning, mentoring, annual appraisals and profession-led CPD activities.
The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including: Employee profit share schemePrivate medical insuranceLife insuranceLong-term sickness insuranceTax-efficient benefitsInterest-free season ticket loansHealth screeningEnhanced maternity and paternity provisionsOpportunity to buy or swap holidaysYou will also have the opportunity to be part of a collaborative and inclusive culture, with access to a variety of social, wellbeing, sporting and charitable activities. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4835410 - Karolina Kinga Barnett
Senior Architect - Residential in Manchester employer: Hays
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