Project Architect

Penguin Recruitment

Job Title: Project Architect

Location: Fordingbridge

Salary: £33-55,000

**Also considering Senior Architects or Building Surveyors with relevant experience**

About the company:

An established and award-winning architectural practice is seeking a Project Architect, Senior Architect or Building Surveyor to join its Fordingbridge studio. The successful candidate will support the delivery of a growing portfolio of education-focused refurbishment and adaptation projects, working within a collaborative multidisciplinary environment. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of multiple projects simultaneously, contributing to meaningful schemes that enhance inclusive learning environments across mainstream schools. The position would suit an agile and technically capable professional who enjoys working across all project stages and thrives in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary dependent on experience
Opportunity to work on meaningful education and inclusion-focused projects
Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment
Long-term project pipeline with career progression opportunities
Flexible hybrid working arrangements
Supportive and well-established studio culture
Exposure to all RIBA work stages
Ongoing professional development opportunitiesDaily Duties

Lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Prepare planning, technical, and tender drawing packages
Coordinate and liaise with consultants, contractors, and stakeholders
Produce feasibility studies and design proposals
Undertake contract administration and site inspections
Support project delivery from concept through to completion
Work collaboratively across wider project teams and support colleague-led schemes
Ensure projects are delivered to programme, budget, and quality standardsIdeal Candidate

Qualified Architect or Building Surveyor with relevant project experience
Strong project leadership and organisational skills
Proficient in AutoCAD
Experience producing technical and tender documentation
Good understanding of contract administration and site management
Experience within education or SEND projects desirable
Knowledge of JCT traditional procurement advantageous
Self-sufficient, adaptable and team-oriented approach
Ability to manage workload effectively within tight project timelines

To apply, please contact KAZ on (phone number removed) OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to I hope to hear from you soon