Architect

Posted 14 July 2025
Salary £39k - 49k per year + Hybrid Working
LocationGreater London
Job type Permanent - Full Time
Discipline Buildings
ReferenceJO0000059853

Job description

Are you an ambitious Architect with a passion for large-scale infrastructure and aviation projects? Do you thrive in a design-led, collaborative environment with real progression opportunities? If so, this could be your next career-defining move.
Our client is a leading AJ100 architecture practice based in London with a rich legacy of delivering innovative, sustainable design solutions. With offices across the UK, Ireland, and UAE, they operate across a range of sectors including aviation, education, rail, hospitality, healthcare, leisure, and retail. Their award-winning team creates buildings that are not only functional and beautiful, but also environmentally responsible and tailored to meet the needs of complex, global clients.
They are now looking for a talented, technically proficient Architect to join their London team and play a central role in delivering one of their landmark aviation projects.

Why Join This Team?
- Friendly, supportive and diverse team with strong retention - three returning staff re-joined in the last year
- Hybrid + 10 days a year remote working abroad
- Strong pension with salary sacrifice
- Real progression potential and investment in development - regular CPDs, talks, internal events
- Inclusive, sociable culture with quarterly team events and a collaborative working style

Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and coordinate design across all RIBA stages (0-7), with a strong focus on stages 4-6
- Guide junior staff and project assistants, ensuring high-quality, on-time outputs
- Maintain project documentation, drawings, specifications, and schedules in line with BIM and quality standards
- Liaise with clients, consultants, and stakeholders, managing meetings and approvals effectively
- Proactively identify commercial risks and opportunities, ensuring any change is well documented and agreed
- Uphold quality assurance processes and contribute to internal audits

What They're Looking For:
- Qualified Architect with ARB registration
- Experience working across RIBA stages 4-6
- Strong REVIT proficiency - essential
- Background in aviation or large-scale infrastructure projects
- Knowledge of UK building regulations and construction detailing
- Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, SketchUp
- Excellent communication, leadership, and coordination abilities
- Self-motivated, deadline-driven, and team-oriented with a proactive mindset

Ready to take the next step in your architectural career with a practice that values innovation, people and long-term progression?
Apply Now: Contact Adam Cripps at adam.cripps@carringtonwest.com or call 02393 876071.