Project Architect
Project Architect Job in Waterloo, London
An employee-owned, award-winning architecture and interiors practice in Waterloo London has a Project Architect job now available. Known for its strong design ethos and a supportive, collaborative culture, this practice offers an opportunity to work on bespoke residential and mixed-use projects from £1m to £40m in value.
The studio is celebrated for its creative and contemporary approach across luxury apartments, mews houses, heritage schemes, and high-end hospitality. With a sociable team, hybrid working options, and plenty of CPD and development support, this role offers real progression in a people-first environment.
They've been recognised in multiple industry awards including the BD Good Employer Guide, and they champion flexible working, diversity, and sustainability through BCorp certification.
Role & Responsibilities
Deliver high-spec residential and mixed-use schemes from concept through to construction
Lead detailing and technical design development for bespoke architecture projects
Contribute creatively through drawings, models, and visuals across all RIBA stages
Work within a small, supportive team with autonomy over your workload
Communicate confidently with clients and contractors
Mentor junior team members and collaborate across departments
Use AutoCAD and Revit on projects. Required Skills & Experience
ARB registered with 2+ years' post-Part 3 UK practice experience
Confident leading projects throughout all stages, especially at RIBA Stages 2-4
Experience in high-quality residential, hotel, or heritage-led projects
Strong design ability including experience of detail / technical design and delivery
Proficient in AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, SketchUp (or similar); Revit desirable
Experience in small to medium-sized design-led practices preferred
Comfortable working directly with clients and contractors
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Right to work in the UK and fluent in written/spoken English.What you get back
£45,000 – £60,000 DOE
4% pension, life assurance & health insurance
Discretionary bonus + annual reviews
Hybrid working (1 day WFH), flexible hours (10:00-4:30 core)
RIBA fees paid, CPD support, Part 3 study leave & funding
Annual office trips (e.g. Berlin, Amsterdam), Drawing Gym
Cycle scheme, eye tests, flu jabs, social sports & events
Showers and secure bike storage
20 days holiday, rising with service + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown.Apply
If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.
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