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.

Roles within Architecture

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

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Part 2 Architectural Assistant
London
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London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£35,000 - £42,000
Permanent

Superb opportunity for a Part 2 qualified Architectural Designer to work on a range of projects across residential, commercial, industrial, mixed-use and workplace.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client

 

We are very happy to be working with an award-winning, AJ100 listed international architectural firm with offices based in London, Birmingham, Germany and China. Working across a variety of sectors our client’s architecture teams use rigorous thinking and radical creativity to push the possibilities of design for living and bring more colour to the world.

 

Summary of the Role:

 

We are seeking a Part 2 qualified Architectural Designer who has exceptional design skills and is keen to progress their career with the practice where they will be given the support and responsibility to manage a project to work towards the Part 3 examination.

Experience across a number of sectors (residential, commercial, industrial, mixed-use and workplace).

Employees are currently hybrid working with the week split between the office and working from home.

 

Essential Skills and Experience:

  • Ability to work within a team and to meet tight deadlines.
  • An active contributor to the design process on projects.
  • Exceptional conceptual and design skills using both hand-drawn and digital media.
  • Strong modelling and visualisation skills using either Revit, Rhino or FormiT.
  • Competent 2D CAD skills using AutoCAD.
  • Computational design skills including Dynamo and Grasshopper with Revit and Rhino.
  • Proficient in using Adobe Suite products including Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to carry out independent research and use own initiative to problem solve.
  • Willingness to assist actively in the development of the Practice’s digital transformation strategy.
  • Excellent verbal,written and drawn communication and presentation skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and time management skills.
  • Desirable - Experience of other software including FormlT.

 

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Architect
Manchester
,
North West
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£35,000 - £40,000
Permanent

Opportunity for an Architect to join this global, architectural and heritage consultancy

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client

They are the largest conservation practice in the world, with studios across England, Australia and Hong Kong. They are an award-winning architectural and heritage consultancy practice with a strong commitment to quality. They have staff of approximately 250 talented architects, designers, heritage consultants and surveyors across 14 offices. They work on some of the finest buildings from meticulous heritage and conservation schemes to bold contemporary design.

As an Employee Owned Trust they provide a great place to work where everyone feels valued and has opportunity to reach their individual potential. They provide heritage consultancy, masterplanning and design services that are grounded within their context and the wider historic environment. The places they work on are exceptional such as: The Houses of Parliament, Manchester Town Hall, Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral and the National Gallery. They use new technologies in conservation and advise on the future of heritage.

They provide hybrid work (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 and training and development opportunities.

Their Manchester Studio is expanding their team and they are looking for an exceptional Architect to join them.

 Summary of the Role

  • It’s an entrepreneurial job, with lots of responsibility and the freedom to deliver results. This role offers the opportunity to be lead in the delivery of projects at all RIBA stages working collaboratively with a broad consultant team.

 

Requirements:

  • Part 3 qualified and have at least2-4 years working as a Project Architect for a UK based practice or equivalent professional qualification.
  • Proven experience working on all RIBA stages
  • Have a strong understanding of the UK Building and Planning regulations
  • Leadership experience managing a small to medium sized team
  • Project management and contract administration skills
  • Have excellent technical skills and conservation experience
  • Demonstrate good client-facing communication skills
  • Excellent technical detailing
  • Ability to organise and plan,strong analytical skills
  • Experience in using and or managing others using technical software.

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Architect
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£38,000 - £42,000
Permanent

Exciting opportunity for an Architect with Conservation projects experience with this leading practice

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client 

They are the largest conservation practice in the world, with studios across England, Australia and Hong Kong. They are an award-winning architectural and heritage consultancy practice with a strong commitment to quality. They have staff of approximately 250 talented architects, designers, heritage consultants and surveyors across 14 offices. They work on some of the finest buildings from meticulous heritage and conservation schemes to bold contemporary design.

As an Employee Owned Trust they provide a great place to work where everyone feels valued and has opportunity to reach their individual potential. They provide heritage consultancy, masterplanning and design services that are grounded within their context and the wider historic environment. The places they work on are exceptional such as: The Houses of Parliament, Manchester Town Hall, Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral and the National Gallery. They use new technologies in conservation and advise on the future of heritage.

They provide hybrid work (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 and training and development opportunities.

They are looking for a qualified Architect with conservation experience to join their London team.

 Summary of the Role

  • Working as a qualified Architect on conservation projects at London studio.
  • To be apart of a top AJ100 practice renowned for excellence in architecture and heritage consultancy.

 

Requirements:

  • Part 3 qualified and have at least 2-4 years working as a Project Architect for a UK based practice
  • AutoCAD experience is must
  • Have a strong understanding of the UK Building and Planning regulations
  • Proven experience working on all RIBA stages
  • Excellent technical detailing
  • Leadership experience managing as mall to medium sized team
  • Project management and contract administration skills
  • Have excellent technical and conservation skills
  • Demonstrate good client-facing communication skills
  • Experience in using and managing others using technical software.
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Architect
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£42,000 - £47,000
Permanent

An award winning AJ100 practice are seeking an experienced Architect to work on high end multiple unit residential schemes.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

We have a great role within a brilliant practice.

This award winning practice is looking to hire an Architect with 2-4 years post Part 3 qualified experience to work on high end multiple unit residential schemes.  This is a long term established practice with a fantastic reputation among both employees and clients.  The opportunity offers excellent career progression and long list of benefits including genuine work life balance.  

The ideal Architect will have multiple unit residential scheme experience, a good eye for design and appreciation and understanding of project stage 3 /4 onwards.

What you need to demonstrate:
  • Part 3 qualified RIBA or ARB registered Architect
  • 1-3 years Part 3 qualified
  • Residential projects experience
  • Knowledge of project stage 3 & 4 with examples in portfolio
  • Revit is required, you do not have to be an expert as long as there is a starting point using Revit
  • Knowledge of UK projects and construction
  • Friendly personality with team player attitude

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Project Architect
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£45,000 - £48,000
Permanent

An award winning AJ100 practice are seeking an experienced Project Architect to work on commercial / office led mixed-use schemes.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

Upon joining this leading architectural studio with an impressive track record of developing and maintaining long term relationships with the world's leading developers.  The dedicated team of 30,highly-skilled architects, designers and support staff are working across a diverse portfolio including, residential, hotel, commercial and community projects.

This is a wonderful opportunity to join a marvelous supportive office. Our client encourages personal career development and supports staff with training, collaboration and mentoring. Promoting core office hours and flexible working they offer a sensible work – life balance. Offering a fantastic pension scheme, life and health insurance, profit share bonus, educational training support, mental health support programmes and social and sports events throughout the year including field trips.

Summary of Role:

You will be an experienced, creative Project Architect with a strong ‘design eye’ looking to work on projects with a focus on high quality/bespoke design. Project size is wide ranging from small mews properties to commercial office led mix use schemes £1m to £40m construction value.

The successful candidates will have previous experience in large scale Office Building projects.

Ideal Candidate:

  • a minimum of three to four years’ practice experience working as a project architect at all RIBA stages
  • strong design ability including experience of detail / technical design and delivery
  • excellent graphic skills and 3D design ability. Proficient in InDesign, Photoshop, SketchUp (or similar) and have appropriate rendering competencies
  • experience of using Revit
  • confident, approachable and a strong team player
  • comfortable and confident in both client facing and contractor facing roles
  • will most likely have worked in a small to medium sized practice specialising in residential or other high specification bespoke projects (e.g. hotel/heritage)

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Project Architect
Manchester
,
North West
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£38,000 - £42,000
Permanent

Project Architect, with Education projects experience, required for this established design practice based in Central Manchester.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

This leading design practice works across architecture, urban design and landscape and boasts an impressive portfolio of housing, education, arts, commercial and health projects. They employ over 120 design professionals and include many specialists in sustainability, research, visualisation and BIM.

Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Project Architect with Education projects experience to join their team in Manchester.

You should ideally have a minimum of four years’ post-Part 2 experience, with a track record of running UK based projects at all stages, preferably with education experience and familiarity with working on existing buildings. Revit proficiency is desirable, and excellent presentation skills are essential.

This is a great opportunity to join a leading design practice where you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects. Additionally, the practice operates a Remote Working policy which allows for hybrid working two days per week.

 

Key responsibilities:

Project responsibilities
  • Work independently on feasibility studies
  • Establish and document project requirements clearly
  • Manage a small project team, assigning and prioritising tasks and maintaining required quality
  • Contribute to project design and technical reviews
  • Assist with financial management and resourcing of projects
  • Assist with bids, competitions and interviews for new work
  • Produce design and technical drawings
  • Produce presentation material, reports and models

 

Skills
  • Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
  • Good design eye and drawing skills
  • Ability to communicate ideas both verbally and visually
  • Knowledge of UK legislation, planning,construction and health and safety
  • Knowledge of Revit
  • Knowledge of Adobe packages.
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Retail Architect
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£45,000 - £50,000
Permanent

Retail Design Architect sort for this boutique studio, focusing on luxury retail projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client

Large global design agency leading the ever-evolving face of benchmark retail, experiential culture and hospitality. Founded in 2002 as a boutique studio dedicated to luxury retail, they have since grown into a global design agency with projects ranging in scale from masterplans and architecture to interiors and products. Their unique approach is reflected in the studio ethos and appreciation for the finer things in life, whether it be championing cuisine or promoting personal development.

They are looking for a highly creative and talented architect to work on large scale luxury mixed use projects in Asia. Based in their west London studio, you will work within a multidisciplinary project team to design and realise projects for the most innovative retail operator in the world.

Summary of the Role

This is a key role within the project team that will focus on space planning and base build on large-scale luxury mixed-use projects located in China (ranging from 150,000 – 800,000 sqm) from Concept Design to completion.

As a key team member, successful candidate will balance design, technical ability and efficiency to deliver cohesive architectural projects that are aesthetically innovative and technically feasible.

Requirements:

  • RIBA ARB Part III or Equivalent
  • Proficient Revit user.
  • Rhino, Enscape and AutoCAD are beneficial.
  • Mandarin Speaking is preferable.
  • Minimum 4 years of architectural design experience delivering mixed-use projects globally, with specific project experience in China.
  • Able to confidently assist the project lead in the design and production of interior or architectural projects within the office.
  • Able to confidently take responsibility in leading SD & DD package delivery.
  • Responsible for LDI and external consultant coordination.
  • Superb communication skills, naturally igniting great rapport and adapting style to all levels.
  • Consider the relationship between creativity and technical design as fluid.
  • Collaborative with other disciplines such as interior design, installation and branding.

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REVIT Technician
Manchester
,
North West
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£40,000 - £45,000
Permanent

Exciting opportunity for a REVIT Technician to join an international architectural, masterplanning and interior design practice.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client

They are an international architectural, masterplanning and interior design practice. Their team creates buildings, experiences and spaces that resonate. They are not just about creating lasting places for their communities. It is also about the many years they have worked with their clients and in turn, the communities they serve. They have developed close, long-term relationship with their clients over decades. The continual development of their services, and of the core sectors they encompass, is the result of listening and responding to the needs of the people who use a space. Whatever the demands of a project, wherever you are on your journey, they are on board, every step of the way.

Summary of the Role

The role would suit someone with minimum 3 years professional experience generating creative design at all stages of projects and have a real passion for preparing technical design and specification information, with the ability to take responsibility for projects within the team.

Requirements:

  • Strong Revit software knowledge
  • 3-5 years of work experience at project stages of RIBA 3-7 is required
  • A passion for sustainable design and architecture with good knowledge of specification writing would be advantageous
  • Good communication skills are required, managing and fostering strong, productive relationships with clients, consultants and contractor teams.

Salary is negotiable and will be based on experience and skills.  This is a great opportunity to join an inclusive, friendly, fun and vibrant studio whose work is award winning.

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Technical Architect
Manchester
,
North West
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£40,000 - £45,000
Permanent

Exciting opportunity for a Technical Architect to join an international architectural, masterplanning and interior design practice.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client

They are an international architectural, masterplanning and interior design practice. Their team creates buildings, experiences and spaces that resonate. They are not just about creating lasting places for their communities. It is also about the many years they have worked with their clients and in turn, the communities they serve. They have developed close, long-term relationship with their clients over decades. The continual development of their services, and of the core sectors they encompass, is the result of listening and responding to the needs of the people who use a space. Whatever the demands of a project, wherever you are on your journey, they are on board, every step of the way.

Summary of the Role

The role would suit someone with minimum 3 years professional experience generating creative design at all stages of projects and have a real passion for preparing technical design and specification information, with the ability to take responsibility for projects within the team.

Requirements:

  • Strong Revit software knowledge
  • 3-5 years of work experience at project stages of RIBA 3-7 is required
  • A passion for sustainable design and architecture with good knowledge of specification writing would be advantageous
  • Good communication skills are required, managing and fostering strong, productive relationships with clients, consultants and contractor teams.

Salary is negotiable and will be based on experience and skills.  This is a great opportunity to join an inclusive, friendly, fun and vibrant studio whose work is award winning.

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Qualified Architect / Senior Architect
Bristol
,
South West
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£40,000 - £55,000
Permanent

Experienced Architect or Senior Architect required for this global multi-disciplinary design practice in Bristol.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client

They are a major international interdisciplinary practice of engineers, architects and designers working together to create outstanding ‘places for people’. Founded in Preston in the UK in 1961, they now have studios across the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Canada, the MENA region, India, and China.

They have a leading track record in all major sectors and have over 1000 awards for design quality. Their studios are vibrant. They offer thought leadership and inspirational solutions, and they use their engineering ideas to shape design rather than simply implement solutions. They aspire to deliver projects with maximum value for their clients and minimum impact on the planet.

They offer a great opportunity for personal development with exposure to the full range of their skills and expertise, as well as an attractive remuneration package that includes a competitive salary, flexible pension allowance, private medical insurance, contribution towards professional subscriptions, a stimulating working environment and excellent prospects for career advancement.

Role Summary

The business has number of permanent positions within their Bristol studio for Qualified and Senior Architects. As a major interdisciplinary building design practice of Architects, Engineers, Designers and Urbanists, they offer a unique opportunity to work on high-profile projects within interdisciplinary project teams across a variety of sectors.

Key Requirements:

  • At least a couple of years’ experience working as an Architect (post qualification) within a dynamic design organisation.
  • Ideally, experience of using REVIT systems, with the ability to share knowledge with others.
  • Portfolio will demonstrate strong technical knowledge alongside excellent design skills on a range of medium to large scale projects.
  • Display a sound understanding of technical issues.
  • Enjoy working to tight deadlines and have a collaborative team-working style.
  • Work effectively with people at all levels and from all backgrounds and have excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.

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Senior Architect
Cardiff
,
Wales
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£45,000 - £55,000
Permanent

Opportunity with a global design practice to work on exciting and high profile Healthcare projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client

They are a major international interdisciplinary practice of architects, designers, engineers, and urbanists working together to create outstanding ‘places for people’. They work closely with users, clients, and the community to create special places for living, working, shopping, culture and learning across Europe, Africa, Asia, North America, and Australia. Founded in Preston in the UK in 1961, they now have studios across the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, the MENA region, India, Canada, and China.

They have a leading track record in all major sectors including health, education, workplace, retail, urbanism, heritage, housing, transport, leisure, public safety, and energy utilities, having won over 1000 awards for design quality from international and national bodies. The practice has grown to over 1,200 people operating from a collaborative network of city studios, all creative hubs connected to the cities and the regions they serve. Their Cardiff studio offers international design excellence to the southwest and Wales.

They offer a great opportunity for personal development with exposure to the full range of their skills and expertise, as well as an attractive remuneration package that includes a competitive salary, flexible pension allowance, private medical insurance, contribution towards professional subscriptions and a great working and social environment.

Summary of the Role

The requirement is for Senior Healthcare Architect with at least five years of experience working as a senior healthcare designer to join their Bristol/Cardiff studio and take a leading role on exciting, high profile healthcare projects.

Key Requirements:

  • Passionate and dedicated architect with excellent design, technical, and software skills who can work collaboratively and productively in design teams, taking responsibility for projects from inception to completion.
  • Your portfolio will demonstrate excellent design skills and a keen interest in innovative clinical design as well as substantial clinical architectural experience.
  • Having delivered a range of medium to large healthcare projects, you will already be working at a senior architect level and will have experience of master planning, 1:200 clinical planning and through to 1:50 equipment planning.
  • You will also be skilled at engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders including clients, clinicians, and contractors.
  • You will be skilled at working to tight deadlines and demonstrate a collaborative team working style.
  • You will be able to work effectively with people at all levels and from all backgrounds and have excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
  • With strong IT skills, you will have experience in leading and delivering high profile projects within BIM design environments with REVIT the preferred platform.
  • You must be ARB or RIBA Registered

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Senior Architect
Bristol
,
South West
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£45,000 - £55,000
Permanent

Opportunity with a global design practice to work on exciting and high profile Healthcare projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client

They are a major international interdisciplinary practice of architects, designers, engineers, and urbanists working together to create outstanding ‘places for people’. They work closely with users, clients, and the community to create special places for living, working, shopping, culture and learning across Europe, Africa, Asia, North America, and Australia. Founded in Preston in the UK in 1961, they now have studios across the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, the MENA region, India, Canada, and China.

They have a leading track record in all major sectors including health, education, workplace, retail, urbanism, heritage, housing, transport, leisure, public safety, and energy utilities, having won over 1000 awards for design quality from international and national bodies. The practice has grown to over 1,200 people operating from a collaborative network of city studios, all creative hubs connected to the cities and the regions they serve. Their Bristol studio offers international design excellence to the southwest and Wales and is situated next to College Green, in the heart of the city and close to Temple Meads station.

They offer a great opportunity for personal development with exposure to the full range of their skills and expertise, as well as an attractive remuneration package that includes a competitive salary, flexible pension allowance, private medical insurance, contribution towards professional subscriptions and a great working and social environment.

Summary of the Role

The requirement is for Senior Healthcare Architect with at least five years of experience working as a senior healthcare designer to join their Bristol/Cardiff studio and take a leading role on exciting, high profile healthcare projects.

Key Requirements:

  • Passionate and dedicated architect with excellent design, technical, and software skills who can work collaboratively and productively in design teams, taking responsibility for projects from inception to completion.
  • Your portfolio will demonstrate excellent design skills and a keen interest in innovative clinical design as well as substantial clinical architectural experience.
  • Having delivered a range of medium to large healthcare projects, you will already be working at a senior architect level and will have experience of master planning, 1:200 clinical planning and through to 1:50 equipment planning.
  • You will also be skilled at engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders including clients, clinicians, and contractors.
  • You will be skilled at working to tight deadlines and demonstrate a collaborative team working style.
  • You will be able to work effectively with people at all levels and from all backgrounds and have excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
  • With strong IT skills, you will have experience in leading and delivering high profile projects within BIM design environments with REVIT the preferred platform.
  • You must be ARB or RIBA Registered

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