Project Architect

Position: Project Architect
Location: Bedford (Remote role)
Salary: Up to 53,000 + Remote Working + further benefits to be discussed

A rare opportunity has arisen for a Senior Architect to join a globally established, employee-owned multidisciplinary consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering innovative, people-focused design. This is a fully flexible, remote role with a connection to Bedford, offering the chance to take a lead on impactful education projects, including work aligned with DfE frameworks.

With over 80 years of success and a global team of architectural and engineering professionals, the practice is known for pushing boundaries in sustainable and inclusive design. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality schemes across the education sector, alongside projects in residential, commercial, and healthcare, typically ranging from 10m to 60m.

This position is ideal for a confident, design-led Architect ready to step into (or further establish themselves in) a senior role, with the autonomy to lead projects and the support of a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

Project Architect Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary (up to 53,000)
• Fully flexible / remote working environment (Candidates will need to be based within a commutable distance of Bedford due to project locations)
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with seniority)
• Pension scheme (minimum 5% employee / 4% employer contribution)
• Private healthcare
• Death in service benefit
• Annual training and development budget
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discount schemes
• Further company benefits to be discussed at interview stage

Project Architect Job Overview

• Lead the design and delivery of education projects, with a strong focus on DfE schemes
• Work across all RIBA stages, from concept through to completion
• Daily use of Revit
• Develop and coordinate design solutions in line with project requirements, budgets and timelines
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, integrating MEP and structural requirements
• Liaise with clients, contractors, consultants and local authorities
• Prepare detailed design reports, drawings and models
• Undertake site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance
• Review technical information

Project Architect Job Requirements

• ARB / RIBA qualified Architect (or equivalent)
• Strong experience within the Education sector, ideally including DfE framework projects
• Strong knowledge of Revit
• Proven track record of delivering projects from concept to completion
• Solid understanding of UK building regulations and education design standards
• Ability to work effectively in a remote, flexible environment
• Live within an hour radius of Bedford in a remote capacity

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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