Architect

  • Penguin Recruitment
  • Bosham, Sussex
  • 15/01/2026
Full time Construction Architect and Design

Job Description

Job Title: Architect (Demonstratable Building Regulation Principal Designer experience)

Location: Chichester

Salary: In the region of 40-45,000+ DOE

About the company:

The practice is a well-established, award-winning architectural firm based in Chichester, known for delivering innovative, high-quality design solutions across a variety of sectors. The team is collaborative, inclusive, and supportive, fostering professional growth and a friendly, creative environment. The firm works on a diverse range of projects including civic and community buildings, education facilities, commercial and industrial developments, residential and mixed-use schemes, automotive and branded environments, master planning and large-scale regeneration projects, as well as fit-out and interior design projects. Their work spans new builds, heritage-sensitive restorations, sustainable design schemes, and transformative reuse projects, offering staff exposure to a wide variety of challenges and learning opportunities.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
  • Opportunities for professional development, CPD, and mentoring
  • Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
  • Pension scheme and healthcare options
  • Collaborative, inclusive, and creative office culture
  • Exposure to a diverse portfolio of high-quality projects
  • Office located in Chichester with modern facilities

Daily Duties:

  • Lead and manage Principal Designer responsibilities under Building Regulations
  • Review designs for technical compliance and provide guidance to project teams
  • Coordinate with clients, contractors, and consultants to ensure regulatory adherence
  • Produce reports, risk assessments, and documentation required for approvals
  • Provide practical design advice on safety, accessibility, sustainability, and performance
  • Keep up to date with changes in legislation and industry best practices
  • Support and mentor junior team members where appropriate

Ideal Candidate:

  • Qualified architect with demonstrable experience in Building Regulation Principal Designer duties
  • Strong knowledge of technical compliance requirements in the built environment
  • Excellent communication, coordination, and organisational skills
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Able to work independently and collaboratively within a medium-sized team
  • Enthusiastic about contributing to a supportive, creative, and inclusive office culture in Chichester

To apply, please contact KAZ on (phone number removed) OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to (url removed) I hope to hear from you soon!