Senior Architect

Penguin Recruitment

Architect
Location: Portsmouth
Salary: £35-42,000 (depending on experience)

A well-established and award-winning architectural practice based in Portsmouth is looking for a skilled and motivated Architect to join its growing team. Known for its creative, sustainable, and client-centred approach, the studio has developed an impressive portfolio across the commercial, education, healthcare, and mixed-use sectors. This position offers an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Architect to step into a senior role, lead major projects, and contribute to the ongoing growth and direction of a progressive, design-focused practice.

What's on Offer

Flexible working arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance
Fully funded professional memberships and annual fees
Business mileage reimbursed in full
5 weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays
Opportunity to lead and influence a wide range of high-profile projects at senior levelKey Requirements

ARB-registered Architect with solid post-qualification experience within the UK
Strong design ability paired with a sound understanding of technical delivery
Advanced Revit skills (essential)
Excellent knowledge of UK building regulations, planning systems, and RIBA work stages
Proven experience managing projects from concept to completion, ideally within the education, healthcare, or commercial sectors
Clear and confident communicator with leadership and mentoring experience
Strong organisational and project management abilities, capable of overseeing multiple projects simultaneously
Full UK driving licence with the ability to travel to the Portsmouth office as requiredResponsibilities

Lead and coordinate projects through all RIBA stages, maintaining high design and technical standards
Provide team leadership and mentor junior colleagues within the studio
Act as a key point of contact for clients, consultants, and contractors
Develop creative, sustainable design solutions in line with the practice's design principles
Ensure all project work complies with planning, regulatory, and quality requirements
Play an active role in business development and help drive the strategic evolution of the practice

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