Senior Architect (Adaptive Re-Use)

About The Role:

The Crowd are partnered with a highly regarded, employee-owned architecture and design practice that are seeking a Senior Architect with experience in delivering design-led projects in London.

The successful candidate will take a leading role on an exciting retrofit project in London, managing a small team and working closely with the Associate Director to develop the design, coordinate technical delivery and ensure a high standard of work throughout the project.

They are looking for a Senior Architect who combines strong design skills with sound technical knowledge and the confidence to lead a project and support a team. A good understanding of the challenges and opportunities involved in working with existing buildings is essential, along with good proficiency in Revit.

With a varied portfolio of retrofit, workplace, residential and hospitality projects, this is an excellent opportunity to join a creative and collaborative practice, take on a rewarding role and contribute to the ongoing development of the studio’s design work and wider technical culture

Our client is an employee-owned studio that has a beautiful London office in a desirable location and offers a range of benefits, including hybrid working, enhanced annual leave, a cycle-to-work scheme and support for professional memberships as well as annual bonuses and more!

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of projects during the later RIBA stages, helping to ensure efficient progress and successful outcomes
• Responsible for overseeing delivery stages, managing programmes, outputs, and technical coordination across stages
• Work closely with senior leadership to review and develop designs, ensuring proposals meet both creative and project objectives
• Lead and coordinate communication with consultants and internal team members, promoting effective collaboration throughout
• Provide day-to-day direction to a small team, maintaining high levels of quality, productivity, and consistency
• Mentor junior staff, offering guidance and support to aid their technical development and career progression

Key Skills/Requirements:

• Qualified Architect registered with ARB.
• At least 3 years’ post-Part III experience working on UK projects.
• Strong Revit skills are essential, with AutoCAD experience beneficial.
• Experience working across projects at RIBA Stages 3–5.
• Experience working on existing buildings and retrofit projects in the UK is beneficial.
• Previous experience managing a small team of 1–2 people is highly desirable.
• A design-focused portfolio showcasing UK-based projects.
• Strong technical knowledge, particularly during the later stages of project delivery.
• A thorough understanding of UK Building Regulations and compliance requirements.
• Confident leadership and team management skills.
• Clear and effective communication skills.

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