Architecture

With decades of sector specific recruitment experience and a passion for providing the best service to clients and candidates alike, Ignis Partners have grown to become one of the leading Architectural Recruitment Agencies in London.

We work with some of the top names in architecture and design, ranging from boutique design studios to AJ100 architectural practices and multi-disciplinary companies with portfolios that include many truly iconic projects.

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We recruit for a wide range of positions and job titles within the architecture industry, including:

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Architect
Winchester
,
South East
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£42,000 - £48,000
Permanent

Brilliant opportunity with a successful, rapidly growing AJ100 practice, working on Data Centres, Pharma and Healthcare projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

You will typically work on a major client account, collaborating with a variety of stakeholders (both inside and outside the organisation), and managing a project team. Most of the projects are in the commercial sectors, such as data centres, logistics, offices, retail, and hospitality.

A large proportion of our work is based outside the UK so travel opportunities are available for those wishing to experience working on projects somewhere new. This is an executive practice and you will need to have strong technical experience stages 3 onwards.

  

What makes you good at your job:

  • You have a minimum least 2-3 years UK post qualification experience, preferably across all project work stages in a relevant sector
  • Ideally you will have experience working on Data Centres, Pharmaceutical and or Hospitals.
  • You are a RIBA, ARB or equivalent registered Architect with experience and a good understanding of UK, US or EU permitting and construction
  • A strong track-record of delivering projects through RIBA Stages 4, 5 and 6
  • You are able to demonstrate a high level of technical detailing skill
  • You have strong design skills and technical knowledge.
  • You have solid working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD and MS Office.
  • Being a fluent speaker of French of German would be a great advantage.    

 

Why work here:

One of the top ranked Aj100 practices this is growing firm going from success to success. With 8 offices in the UK and around the world they offer full architectural, implementation and project management service from initial site appraisals to post construction close out and evaluation for projects worldwide.

You will be joining a team of 40 talented staff in the Winchester office and will be offered 3 days work from home 2 days in the office, 4 week salary annual bonus (company performance led), over 45 hrs worked time off in lieu or overtime paid, pension 4 % and more.

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Architectural CAD Technician
Edinburgh
,
Scotland
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£35,000 - £45,000
Permanent

Revit proficient technician to assist on large, complex, industrial and commercial projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

We are looking for a Technician who is driven and proactive, with an open and inquisitive mind-set and a concern for quality. The ideal candidate will be able to develop, detail and co-ordinate package information as well as resolve technical / design issues.

You will have the opportunity to show your passion for technical design and your coordination, innovation, and technical expertise to deliver great projects that exceed our client's expectations as well as reflect our values and vision.  

Collaborating across multiple projects, you will be driven and proactive, with an open and inquisitive mindset.

  

What makes you good at your job:

  • You are preferably CIAT registered and or have a  relevant technical qualification – Degree/HNC/HND
  • You have at least 3 years Revit experience working within the industrial or commercial (business space) sector on large complex UK projects.
  • You have previous data centre experience (desirable)
  • You should have excellent working knowledge of Autodesk tools with specific focus on Revit and Navisworks workflows
  • You are highly computer literate, skilled in Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite applications and/or Affinity
  • You have experience of working directly with the client, contractor and design team (desirable)
  • You have a good working knowledge of UK Building Systems, Regulations and construction types
  • You’re a skilled presenter both verbally and visually using software and hand drawing skills
  • You are someone who thrives in a social, encouraging, friendly environment.
  • You are highly computer literate, skilled in Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite applications
  • You are self-motivated with the ability to work with minimum supervision

What the role includes:

  • Involved in the design process you will assist the management/delivery of projects from concept to completion in a highly organised way with an efficient attention to detail
  • You will be working as a team player with a flexible and open approach to problem solving

 

Why work here:

Top-ranked AJ100 international design firm specialising in architecture, masterplanning, urbanism, and interior design. Over 230 talented staff work at the practice throughout the UK, New York, Singapore, and Amsterdam.

With a strong foundation of culture, an incredibly welcoming and nurturing environment, the practice values and encourages creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and collaboration.  

Offering an outstanding benefit package, including hybrid and flexible working options, well-being activities, social events, mentoring, training and development, and a real focus on employee satisfaction. This is practice that makes the creative journey an enjoyable one for all. 

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Architectural Technologist
Edinburgh
,
Scotland
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£42,000 - £48,000
Permanent

AJ100 international design firm, working on a large and complex education, residential and commercial projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

You will be responsible for managing and delivering projects from concept to completion with efficient attention to detail through the implementation of ISO19650 Information Management Standards. 

You will have the opportunity to show your passion for technical design and your coordination, innovation, and technical expertise to deliver great projects that exceed our client's expectations as well as reflect our values and vision.  

Collaborating across multiple projects, you will be driven and proactive, with an open and inquisitive mindset.

  

What makes you good at your job:

  • You an experienced Architectural Technologist working within the UK Building Regulations
  • Your CIAT registered (desirable) or have a university degree in Architectural Technology
  • You have experience of working directly with the client, contractor and design team (desirable)
  • You have a good working knowledge of UK Building Systems, Regulations and construction types
  • You have an excellent working knowledge of CAD systems including Revit
  • You have previously worked within the residential, education or commercial (business space) sector on large complex UK projects.
  • You are able to think clearly, are self-motivated and have the ability to work with minimum supervision
  • You’re a skilled presenter both verbally and visually using software and hand drawing skills
  • You are someone who thrives in a social, encouraging, friendly environment.
  • You are highly computer literate, skilled in Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite applications

What the role includes:

  • Working closely alongside other consultants, in preparing and coordinating construction packages including technical drawings, schedules and specifications.
  • Leading the detailed design process and coordinating design information.
  • Carrying out risk assessments.
  • Specifying the appropriate technology and tools to be used in the project and advising where this requires deviation from the initial design plans.

   

Why work here:

Top-ranked AJ100 international design firm specialising in architecture, masterplanning, urbanism, and interior design. Over 230 talented staff work at the practice throughout the UK, New York, Singapore, and Amsterdam.

With a strong foundation of culture, an incredibly welcoming and nurturing environment, the practice values and encourages creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and collaboration.  

Offering an outstanding benefit package, including hybrid and flexible working options, well-being activities, social events, mentoring, training and development, and a real focus on employee satisfaction. This is practice that makes the creative journey an enjoyable one for all. 

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Architectural Technologist
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£42,000 - £48,000
Permanent

AJ100 international design firm, working on a large and complex education, residential and commercial projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

You will be responsible for managing and delivering projects from concept to completion with efficient attention to detail through the implementation of ISO19650 Information Management Standards. 

You will have the opportunity to show your passion for technical design and your coordination, innovation, and technical expertise to deliver great projects that exceed our client's expectations as well as reflect our values and vision.  

Collaborating across multiple projects, you will be driven and proactive, with an open and inquisitive mindset.

  

What makes you good at your job:

  • You an experienced Architectural Technologist working within the UK Building Regulations
  • Your CIAT registered (desirable) or have a university degree in Architectural Technology
  • You have experience of working directly with the client, contractor and design team (desirable)
  • You have a good working knowledge of UK Building Systems, Regulations and construction types
  • You have an excellent working knowledge of CAD systems including Revit
  • You have previously worked within the residential, education or commercial (business space) sector on large complex UK projects.
  • You are able to think clearly, are self-motivated and have the ability to work with minimum supervision
  • You’re a skilled presenter both verbally and visually using software and hand drawing skills
  • You are someone who thrives in a social, encouraging, friendly environment.
  • You are highly computer literate, skilled in Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite applications

What the role includes:

  • Working closely alongside other consultants, in preparing and coordinating construction packages including technical drawings, schedules and specifications.
  • Leading the detailed design process and coordinating design information.
  • Carrying out risk assessments.
  • Specifying the appropriate technology and tools to be used in the project and advising where this requires deviation from the initial design plans.

   

Why work here:

Top-ranked AJ100 international design firm specialising in architecture, masterplanning, urbanism, and interior design. Over 230 talented staff work at the practice throughout the UK, New York, Singapore, and Amsterdam.

With a strong foundation of culture, an incredibly welcoming and nurturing environment, the practice values and encourages creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and collaboration.  

Offering an outstanding benefit package, including hybrid and flexible working options, well-being activities, social events, mentoring, training and development, and a real focus on employee satisfaction. This is practice that makes the creative journey an enjoyable one for all. 

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Architect
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£42,000 - £48,000
Permanent

Leading AJ100 practice, working on commercial and residential projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

You will have an opportunity to demonstrate your passion for design and your coordination, innovation, and technical expertise to deliver great projects that exceed our client's expectations as well as reflect our values and vision. 

Collaborating across multiple projects, you will be driven and proactive, with an open and inquisitive mindset. 

 

What makes you good at your job:

  • Your experienced working across all RIBA stages
  • You are a RIBA, ARB or equivalent registered Architect with experience of working within the UK Building Regulations
  • You are have previously worked within the commercial (business space) sector or dense residential apartment schemes
  • You’re a whizz at using Revit and have a high level of CAD Skills
  • You have excellent knowledge of NBS Building and NBS Create specification systems
  • You have sound working knowledge of UK Building Systems, Regulations and construction types
  • You have working knowledge of town planning procedures
  • Your highly skilled within front end design andbrief resolution
  • You have at least 2-3 years UK post qualification experience
  • You’re a skilled presenter both verbally and visually using software and hand drawing skills
  • You are someone who thrives in a social, encouraging, friendly environment.

 

What the role includes:

  • Creating building designs and highly detailed drawings both by hand and by using specialist computer-aided design (CAD) applications and Revit Software
  • Planning, developing and implementing building designs, packages, details, within budget and according to UK building regulations
  • Writing and presenting reports, proposals,applications and contracts
  • Adapting plans according to circumstances and resolving any problems that may arise during construction

Why work here:

Top-ranked AJ100 international design firm specialising in architecture, masterplanning, urbanism, and interior design. Over 230 talented staff work at the practice throughout the UK, New York, Singapore, and Amsterdam.

With a strong foundation of culture, an incredibly welcoming and nurturing environment, the practice values and encourages creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and collaboration.  

Offering an outstanding benefit package, including hybrid and flexible working options, well-being activities,social events, mentoring, training and development, and a real focus on employee satisfaction. This is practice that makes the creative journey an enjoyable one for all. 

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Architect
Guildford
,
South East
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£42,000 - £48,000
Permanent

Top-ranked AJ100 international design firm specialising in architecture, masterplanning, urbanism, and interior design.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

You will have an opportunity to demonstrate your passion for design and your coordination, innovation, and technical expertise to deliver great projects that exceed our client's expectations as well as reflect our values and vision.

 

Collaborating across multiple projects, you will be driven and proactive, with an open and inquisitive mindset. 

 

What makes you good at your job:

  • Your experienced working across all RIBA stages
  • You are a RIBA, ARB or equivalent registered Architect with experience of working within the UK Building Regulations
  • You are have previously worked within the commercial (business space) sector or dense residential apartment schemes
  • You’re a whizz at using Revit and have a high level of CAD Skills
  • You have excellent knowledge of NBS Building and NBS Create specification systems
  • You have sound working knowledge of UK Building Systems, Regulations and construction types
  • You have working knowledge of town planning procedures
  • Your highly skilled within front end design and brief resolution
  • You have at least 2-3 years UK post qualification experience
  • You’re a skilled presenter both verbally and visually using software and hand drawing skills
  • You are someone who thrives in a social, encouraging, friendly environment.

 

What the role includes:

  • Creating building designs and highly detailed drawings both by hand and by using specialist computer-aided design (CAD) applications and Revit Software
  • Planning, developing and implementing building designs, packages, details, within budget and according to UK building regulations
  • Writing and presenting reports, proposals, applications and contracts
  • Adapting plans according to circumstances and resolving any problems that may arise during construction

 

Why work here:

Top-ranked AJ100 international design firm specialising in architecture, masterplanning, urbanism, and interior design. Over 230 talented staff work at the practice throughout the UK, New York, Singapore, and Amsterdam.

With a strong foundation of culture, an incredibly welcoming and nurturing environment, the practice values and encourages creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and collaboration.  

Offering an outstanding benefit package, including hybrid and flexible working options, well-being activities, social events, mentoring, training and development, and a real focus on employee satisfaction. This is practice that makes the creative journey an enjoyable one for all. 

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48000
Architect
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£42,000 - £48,000
Permanent

AJ100 practice offering the opportunity to work across a range of project sectors.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Company

We are excited to be working with a global design leader ranked within AJ100 with multiple offices across UK.  The role is for Architect based in London studio working on a variety of exciting projects. Your role will have the opportunity to demonstrate your eye for design, together with your co-ordination, innovation and technical expertise to deliver great projects.

Actively promoting team environment, you will experience a friendly and inclusive working environment where you are able to create, explore and most importantly enjoy what you do.

Your skills needed

  • Revit is Essential
  • Excellent knowledge of NBS Chorus specification systems
  • Working knowledge of UK Building Systems, Regulations and construction types
  • Skilled within front end design and brief resolution
  • Technical knowledge on projects stage 3 & 4
  • Portfolio with variety of projects, however commercial projects are preferred

Your qualifications and experience

  • RIBA, ARB or equivalent registered Architect with experience of working within UK Building Regulations
  • Experience of working across a range of different sectors  (Commercial / Business Space is preferred)
  • Client facing skills

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Technical Architects and Assistants / P2’s / Technologists / REVIT Technicians
London
,
London
Salary
Rate
£35,000 - £48,000
Permanent

We have several roles for talented Technical Architects, Assistants and Technicians for variety of Architecture clients in London.

Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

Technical Architects and Assistants / P2’s /Technologists / REVIT Technicians

We have several roles for talented Technical Architects, Assistants and Technicians for variety of Architecture clients in London.

Varying from 20 people studios to large scale 200 people Architecture firms looking for technically experienced Architects / Assistants and Technicians with RIBA stage 3 onwards on projects.

Your day to day task could include depending on your experience:

  • Create building / project plans using Revit
  • Communicating & managing projects,researching, planning, design and or drafting (this wil slightly changedepending on your experience)
  • Collaborating with Directors, colleagues andclients
  • Check construction plans for possible designcorrection
  • Produce and revise layouts, design and workingdrawings
  • Prepare technical drawings for tender stageconstruction
  • Assist in further development of concept designand the design work (stage 3)
  • Prepare detailed technical drawings (stage 4)
  • Assist with construction drawings (stage 4 / 5)

      

Ideal candidate:

  • RIBA or CIAT member (Architect, Assistant orTechnologist/ Technician)
  • Minimum 3 plus years Part 2 or CIAT experience
  • Able to demonstrate full awareness and knowledge of UKbuilding regulations within the Building and Construction industry
  • Medium to large scale luxury residential,hospitality or commercial project experience
  • Strong Revit proficiency

     

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Architect
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£32,000 - £36,000
Permanent

Medium sized architecture practice with an impressive portfolio including residential projects. Friendly office and great central location.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Role:

Your role as an experienced Assistant Architect, or newly qualified Part 3, will be to prepare and develop drawings with a keen eye for design.  You will produce models, images and other documentation relating to design and technical documents across all RIBA stages predominantly within residential projects.

This position will suit an Assistant Architect with 3 plus years' experience, or a recently qualified Part 3 Architect.

The Practice:

Wonderful, friendly practice based in SE1 benefiting from a fantastic location and easy access from all around London via tube, train and bus routes.  The practice is a leading residential Architect studio with an impressive track record of building and maintaining relationships with large developers.  

Requirements:

  • Minimum professional experience as Part 2 or Part 3, being at least 3 years
  • Need to demonstrate strong design ability including technical detailing and technical design and delivery
  • AutoCAD proficiency with knowledge of Revit would be ideal.  Other software knowledge required is InDesign, Photoshop and SketchUP
  • Need to be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written
  • Previous client facing skills required, either direct contact with clients or assisting senior team members
  • Portfolio with either Residential, Hotel or Heritage projects.  

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Part 2 Architectural Assistant
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£32,000 - £36,000
Permanent

Medium sized architecture practice with an impressive portfolio including residential projects. Friendly office and great central location.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Role:

Your role as an experienced Assistant Architect, or newly qualified Part 3, will be to prepare and develop drawings with a keen eye for design.  You will produce models, images and other documentation relating to design and technical documents across all RIBA stages predominantly within residential projects.

This position will suit an Assistant Architect with 3 plus years' experience, or a recently qualified Part 3 Architect.

The Practice:

Wonderful, friendly practice based in SE1 benefiting from a fantastic location and easy access from all around London via tube, train and bus routes.  The practice is a leading residential Architect studio with an impressive track record of building and maintaining relationships with large developers.  

Requirements:

  • Minimum professional experience as Part 2 or Part 3, being at least 3 years
  • Need to demonstrate strong design ability including technical detailing and technical design and delivery
  • AutoCAD proficiency with knowledge of Revit would be ideal.  Other software knowledge required is InDesign, Photoshop and SketchUP
  • Need to be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written
  • Previous client facing skills required, either direct contact with clients or assisting senior team members
  • Portfolio with either Residential, Hotel or Heritage projects.  

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Senior Architect
Manchester
,
North West
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£38,000 - £46,000
Permanent

World Architecture Top 100 Practice, where you will be leading and running prestigious heritage and conservation projects

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

An ambitious, highly motivated individual is needed to lead and develop others while delivering bespoke conservation and heritage architecture projects. This is an entrepreneurial job with a lot of responsibility and the freedom to deliver results. Working collaboratively with a wide range of consultants, this role offers an opportunity to work on projects at all stages of the RIBA process.

 

What makes you good at your job:

  • You are Part 3 qualified and have at least 3 years working as a Project Architect for a UK based practice or equivalent professional qualification.
  • You have experience on delivering projects through all RIBA stages and range of construction values.
  • You have direct experience of complex refurbishment projects.
  • You have working knowledge of delivering complex projects in Revit.
  • Technical experience in RIBA Stages 3 & 4, Site experience in RIBA Stage
  • You are a creative thinker and problem solver with strong design and technical skills
  • You have excellent organisational skills and good multi-tasking ability
  • You are someone who thrives in a social, encouraging, friendly environment.

 

What the role includes:

  • Leading and running prestigious heritage and conservation projects (£5 -£10+ million plus)
  • Leading the delivery and management of technical packages
  • You will be responsible for information exchange and liaise with all parties from client to contractor and suppliers
  • Ensuring your project work is of a consistently high standard
  • Attending meetings on and off site and leading client meetings

      

Why work here:

We are looking for an Architect to be a part of a World Architecture Top 100 practice renowned for their excellence in architecture and heritage consultancy. You would be joining a large team of a talented workforce of 250 people, with studios across England, Australia and Hong Kong.

 

Our client provides hybrid working conditions (3 days in office, 2 WFH), flexible working with core hours of 10am - 4pm, a bonus scheme and many more benefits, including bike2work scheme. Their benefits include a strong culture of growth with great training and development opportunities.

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Architectural CAD Technician
Berkshire
,
South East
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£40,000 plus benefits
Permanent

Opportunity with this established practice that is focused on staff satisfaction and development, working on living and care sector projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

You will be joining an established practice with over 60 years of proud history, working alongside an experienced and devoted team of 30 architects that are already a preferred partner for over 200 clients across the UK and have a solid reputation in the industry.

 

What makes you good at your job:

  • You have experience collating and organising technical information
  • You can investigate technical information and factors that affect developments, including user needs, site and building surveys and regulatory requirements.
  • You are able to monitor health and safety in design
  • You have a good understanding of how the design aspects of a construction project influence and relate to performance and functional issues so that practical questions can be addressed at the outset
  • You possess excellent presentation skills generally with good freehand drawing ability
  • You can contribute to planning applications and other regulatory application procedures;
  • You have good project experience and organisation skills and have worked on multiple projects at different RIBA work stages 0 – 7
  • You may have experience within the care sector (desirable)
  • You are an experienced user of software packages such AutoCad + Revit (Essential 5+ Plus) + NBS Specification manager (preferred) + Sketch Up (Knowledge of) + Microsoft Office Suite
  • You have experience and understanding of building regulations, robust details, BREEAM, CDM and other guidance and regulations that may be imposed upon a project  

What the role includes:

The job encompasses the collation, organisation and investigation of technical information for use during the development of the project design. You will specialise in the application of technology to architecture, building design and construction. You will have specialist skills enabling you to use your technical knowledge to provide innovative solutions. You will work closely with architects and designers and form the link between the concept design and the completed construction. The role works under the direction of an Associate Director or other senior members of the practice.

 

The company:

Offering an exceptional list of benefits, including, hybrid working options, well-being activities, social events and a real value for employee satisfaction and development. The award-winning, independent Architectural Practice, provides professional advice and services in architecture. A leader in their field, they have positioned themselves as an Architectural Practice with exclusive focus on design of the highest-quality supported living and care accommodation across the UK.

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