Senior Architect in Cardiff

Senior Architect in Cardiff

Cardiff Full-Time 40000 - 48000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead exciting architectural projects from concept to completion, shaping innovative designs.
  • Company: Established architectural practice with a focus on collaboration and creativity.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, private healthcare, and career development support.
  • Other info: Enjoy a dynamic work environment with regular team-building activities and social events.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in architecture while mentoring the next generation of designers.
  • Qualifications: ARB-registered Architect with strong project management and design skills.

The predicted salary is between 40000 - 48000 Β£ per year.

An established architectural practice is seeking a Senior Architect with strong post-qualification experience to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Architect to take ownership of projects across a diverse portfolio, leading schemes from concept through to completion. The successful candidate will play a key role in design development, project coordination, and client management, while working closely with consultants, contractors, and internal teams to deliver high-quality architectural solutions.

What's On Offer

  • Competitive salary and reward package
  • Pension scheme and life assurance
  • Access to private healthcare and an employee wellbeing programme
  • Career development opportunities with personalised learning support
  • Technology-supported agile working environment
  • Regular team building activities and social events

Key Responsibilities

  • Leading projects through all RIBA stages from concept design to completion
  • Developing creative, practical, and technically robust design solutions
  • Managing project programmes, budgets, and resources to ensure successful delivery
  • Coordinating with clients, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
  • Preparing and reviewing design proposals, planning applications, and technical information
  • Leading project meetings and presenting designs to clients and planning authorities
  • Mentoring and supporting junior Architects and Architectural Assistants within the studio
  • Ensuring projects comply with current Building Regulations, planning requirements, and industry standards

Key Requirements

  • ARB-registered Architect with significant post-qualification experience within a UK practice
  • Proven experience leading projects and managing multidisciplinary teams
  • Strong design, technical, and project management skills
  • Proficiency in Revit and experience producing high-quality design and technical information
  • Comprehensive understanding of UK Building Regulations, planning policy, and construction methods
  • Experience delivering projects through all RIBA work stages
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and client-facing skills
  • A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively within a team environment
  • Previous experience mentoring or managing junior team members would be advantageous

For this role, please call Sophie on or alternatively send your CV and Portfolio across. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

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Join a dynamic architectural practice in Cardiff that values creativity and collaboration, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including private healthcare and a robust pension scheme. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have access to personalised learning support and opportunities for career advancement, all while enjoying a supportive work culture enriched by regular team-building activities and social events.

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Post-qualification experience
Project leadership
Design development
Project coordination
Client management
RIBA stages
Creative design solutions