Senior Architect

Senior Architect

Location: Cardiff

Salary: 40,000 - 48,000

An award-winning architectural studio is looking to appoint a Senior Architect to strengthen its expanding team. This position offers the opportunity to lead a broad range of projects, taking responsibility for schemes from initial concept through to final delivery. The successful candidate will contribute to design leadership, project planning, and client engagement, collaborating closely with consultants, contractors, and colleagues to achieve outstanding project outcomes.

What's on Offer:

Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Company pension and life insurance cover
Private medical insurance and employee wellbeing initiatives
Ongoing professional development with tailored training opportunities
Flexible and agile working supported by modern technology
Regular social events and team-focused activities

Key Responsibilities:

Taking ownership of projects throughout all RIBA work stages, from inception to completion
Producing innovative, functional, and technically sound architectural designs
Overseeing project schedules, budgets, and team resources to ensure successful project delivery
Liaising with clients, consultants, contractors, and key stakeholders throughout each phase of a project
Preparing and reviewing planning submissions, design documentation, and technical packages
Chairing project meetings and delivering presentations to clients, planning officers, and project teams
Providing guidance and mentorship to junior Architects and Architectural Assistants
Maintaining compliance with Building Regulations, planning legislation, and industry best practice standards

Key Requirements:

Qualified Architect registered with the ARB and substantial post-qualification experience within a UK practice
Demonstrated experience managing projects and coordinating multidisciplinary design teams
Strong architectural design capability combined with technical expertise and project management skills
Advanced proficiency in Revit and the ability to produce detailed design and construction information
Thorough knowledge of UK Building Regulations, planning processes, and construction techniques
Proven track record of delivering projects across all RIBA stages
Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder management abilities
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary environment
Previous experience supervising, mentoring, or managing junior team members would be beneficial

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