About the Practice
Our client is an award-winning, design-led architecture practice specialising exclusively in bespoke private residential projects. Based in North London, the studio is renowned for delivering beautifully crafted homes,ranging from sensitive refurbishments and listed buildings to contemporary extensions and new-build residences.
Working across all RIBA stages, the practice places a strong emphasis on design quality, craftsmanship and close client collaboration,offering Architects genuine ownership of projects from concept through to completion.
The Role
Due to continued growth, our client is looking for an experienced Senior Project Architect to lead the delivery of high-end private residential projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership, working directly with private clients and consultants, and delivering beautifully detailed homes from inception through to completion.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead bespoke private residential projects across all RIBA Stages (0–7)
- Manage client, consultant and contractor relationships
- Produce and coordinate high-quality design and technical information
- Oversee planning applications, technical packages and construction-stage delivery
- Administer building contracts and undertake site coordination
- Maintain exceptional design quality throughout the project lifecycle
Key Requirements
- Minimum 5 years' UK post-Part 3 experience (or equivalent professional experience)
- Proven experience delivering high-end private residential projects from concept to completion
- Strong design, technical detailing and construction knowledge
- Excellent understanding of UK Planning, Building Regulations and contract administration
- Experience working directly with private domestic clients
- Excellent communication, leadership and project management skills
- Proficiency in Vectorworks, SketchUp, Enscape and Adobe Creative Suite
Benefits
- Hybrid working available on an ad-hoc basis, subject to project requirements
- Purpose-designed studio in North London
- Additional Christmas leave
- Architectural study trips and practice visits
- Regular social events
- Cycle-to-Work scheme
- Employer pension contribution
- Ongoing CPD and career development
- Pet-friendly studio
- Supportive, collaborative team culture
Why Apply?
- Join a highly respected, award-winning residential practice
- Lead beautifully crafted private residential projects from concept to completion
- Enjoy genuine project ownership and direct client relationships
- Work within a collaborative, design-led studio with a supportive culture
- Clear merit-based progression to Associate through successful project delivery and leadership
