Associate Architect

  • Penguin Recruitment
  • Chester, Cheshire
  • 26/05/2026
Full time Construction Management Architect and Design

Job Description

Associate Architect
Location: Chester
Salary: 52-58,000

An established multidisciplinary consultancy is looking to appoint an Associate Architect to join its growing Chester team. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented and ambitious Architect ready to take the next step into a senior leadership position within a collaborative and forward-thinking practice. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of diverse projects across sectors including education, commercial, leisure and institutional.

Benefits

Competitive salary package
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Flexible working arrangements
Ongoing professional development support
Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
Company pension scheme
Recognition and long service awards
Free on-site parking

The role:

Leading the delivery of projects across multiple sectors
Overseeing both design development and technical delivery stages
Managing client relationships and coordinating multidisciplinary teams
Reviewing and producing technical drawings, specifications and project information
Presenting concepts and project updates to clients and stakeholders
Supporting business growth and mentoring junior team members
Maintaining high standards of design quality and technical delivery throughout all project stages

Requirements for the Associate Architect role:

ARB registered Architect with extensive post-Part III experience
Strong background working across all RIBA work stages
Excellent technical knowledge and understanding of UK Building Regulations
Proven leadership and project management experience
High proficiency in Revit and technical detailing
Excellent communication and organisational abilities
Commercially aware with a proactive and career-focused mindset
Ability to work effectively within a collaborative and fast-paced environment

To apply, please call Sophie on (phone number removed) or alternatively, send your CV across to (url removed). I look forward to hearing from you soon!