Architect in Kettering

Architect in Kettering

Kettering Full-Time 36000 - 45000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead exciting architectural projects from concept to completion across all RIBA work stages.
  • Company: Join an award-winning, employee-focused architectural practice with a strong reputation.
  • Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, 25 days' leave, flexible hours, and ongoing professional development.
  • Other info: Friendly team culture with regular social events and clear career progression opportunities.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in a collaborative environment while advancing your architectural career.
  • Qualifications: ARB-registered Architect with experience in managing projects and strong technical knowledge.

The predicted salary is between 36000 - 45000 Β£ per year.

An award-winning, employee-focused architectural practice is looking to recruit a talented Architect to join its established team. With multiple offices across the UK and a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across a wide range of sectors, the practice offers an excellent opportunity to become part of a collaborative and supportive environment.

This role is suited to an ARB-registered Architect with ideally several years post-qualification experience who is confident leading projects through all RIBA work stages and is looking to further develop their career within a progressive and design-led practice.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary, dependent on experience
  • 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays
  • Company pension scheme
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
  • Flexible working hours with hybrid working opportunities
  • Ongoing CPD, training and professional development
  • Clear career progression opportunities
  • Professional membership support
  • Employee recognition and reward schemes
  • Regular team social events
  • Friendly, collaborative, and inclusive working environment
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead architectural projects from concept through to completion across all RIBA work stages
  • Produce planning, technical and construction drawing packages, including specifications and schedules
  • Coordinate and manage project delivery alongside internal teams and external consultants
  • Act as the main point of contact for clients, contractors, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
  • Ensure projects are delivered in line with programme, budget, and quality standards
  • Prepare and review technical information in accordance with UK Building Regulations and current legislation
  • Support and mentor junior members of the architectural team
  • Contribute to design development, project bids and client presentations where required
  • Attend site visits, design meetings and CPD events to maintain technical knowledge and industry awareness
Ideal Candidate
  • ARB-registered Architect
  • Proven experience delivering projects across all RIBA work stages
  • Strong technical knowledge of UK Building Regulations, planning policy and construction detailing
  • Proficient in Revit with a good understanding of BIM workflows
  • Experience using NBS specification software is desirable
  • Excellent design, communication, and project management skills
  • Confident managing multiple projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams
  • Proactive, organised, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle preferred
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Contact Details:

RIBA Journal Recruitment Team

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ARB Registration
RIBA Work Stages
Planning and Technical Drawing Production
Project Coordination
Client Communication
Budget Management
Quality Standards Compliance