Architect

Purcell is looking for a recently qualified Architect to join our London Team to work on a number of significant central London cultural projects.

At Purcell, we are more than colleagues-we are a friendly, supportive team that values learning, collaboration, and helping each other succeed. You'll be working on projects across all RIBA stages, combining heritage conservation with innovative design. We believe in fostering a collaborative environment where knowledge sharing and professional growth are at the heart of everything we do.

The successful candidate should evidence keen attention to detail and high-quality examples of their work with their application. You will need to be agile and flexible, with a can-do attitude, a willingness to learn and understanding of Purcell's projects and culture. We offer a rewarding and supportive environment for personal and professional development.

This is an excellent opportunity to join our talented team, and we are keen to talk to applicants who are passionate about historic buildings and have excellent presentation skills, as well as enthusiasm to produce high quality work.

Purcell is an award-winning employee-owned architectural and heritage consultancy practice with a commitment to quality, innovation, and diversity. We have staff of approximately 350 talented architects, designers, heritage consultants and surveyors across 14 offices, in the UK, Hong Kong and Australia. Proudly ranked No. 1 for Heritage in the World Architecture 100 for a fifth consecutive year.

Collaboration is central to our employee-ownership culture, providing opportunities to work on some of the finest buildings; from meticulous heritage and conservation schemes to bold contemporary design. We offer a rewarding and supportive environment for personal and professional development and our employee-owned ethos empowers everyone to use their voice. We believe in creating an equitable and inclusive culture, founded on our values, which celebrates knowledge sharing and our successes, to build an inspiring work environment.

It is our distinctive employee-owned working culture that has contributed to our status as a World Architecture Top 100 Practice, renowned for our excellence in architecture and heritage consultancy.

Our benefits package includes

• Agile, flexible and hybrid working, (a minimum of 3 days in office, up to 2 days WFH)
• Annual leave increasing with long service
• Life assurance
• Study sponsorship with paid study leave
• Employee assistance programme
• Season ticket loans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Virtual GP service
• Company day out
• Enhanced learning & development opportunities.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• You will continuously develop your knowledge of Purcell's unique approach to architectural conservation and design, applying these principles in your work and sharing them with the team to support a collaborative learning environment.
• You will collaborate with experienced architects, designers, and consultants, contributing your expertise and supporting the team on various phases of ongoing projects to ensure smooth project delivery and high-quality outcomes.
• You will create detailed 2D technical drawings and 3D models using industry-standard software like AutoCAD and Revit, assisting the design team with visualising concepts and ensuring accuracy in project documentation.
• You will actively participate in the development of design packages, from initial concepts and schematic designs to detailed architectural drawings, helping to refine ideas and produce work that aligns with client expectations and conservation standards.
• You will be involved in site surveys and visits to assess existing conditions, gather information for design work, and provide valuable input for project teams, ensuring that designs align with site conditions and regulatory requirements.
• You will assist in preparing professional and high-quality presentation documents for client meetings, public presentations, and project submissions, ensuring they clearly communicate design intent, technical solutions, and project goals.
• You will gain hands-on experience in architectural conservation, applying these specialised skills to protect, repair, and restore historic buildings, while sharing this knowledge with colleagues to help strengthen the team's expertise in the field.
• You will contribute to the ongoing development of Purcell's design reputation by ensuring high-quality, creative, and technically sound solutions, showcasing the firm's commitment to architectural excellence and conservation.

Qualifications, Accreditations, Memberships

Essential: ARB, RIBA/RICS or equivalent

Desirable: AABC, IHBC, RIBA CA/SCA or working towards

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience working on all RIBA Stages, especially Stages 2-6
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Sketch-up and Twinmotion
• Design capabilities including good hand-drawing and sketching skills
• Good presentation skills (visual, written & spoken) and ability to produce high quality documentation
• Understanding of the UK Building and Planning regulations
• Experience in working on existing buildings
• Interest and enthusiasm for historic buildings and their conservation
• Willingness to deepen your understanding and knowledge in this area
• Proactive 'can do' attitude
• Personable, confident and with a strong sense of team spirit
• Ability to manage self, work under pressure, and to meet deadlines
• Able to receive feedback positively, even if different to own views or ideas

Don't meet every single requirement? That's okay.

This job description is a guide to the duties the post holder will be expected to undertake. It is not intended to be exhaustive or exclusive and will be subject to change as working requirements dictate and to meet the organisational requirements of Purcell.

As world leaders of Heritage and Conservation, Purcell is committed to embracing diversity and equal opportunity within our international teams, reflective of the society in which we work and live.

We welcome people from all backgrounds and celebrate differences through our culture of employee ownership.