Architect

Penguin Recruitment

Job Title: Architect (Demonstratable Building Regulation Principal Designer experience)

Location: Chichester

Salary: In the region of £40-45,000+ DOE

About the company:

The practice is a well-established, award-winning architectural firm based in Chichester, known for delivering innovative, high-quality design solutions across a variety of sectors. The team is collaborative, inclusive, and supportive, fostering professional growth and a friendly, creative environment. The firm works on a diverse range of projects including civic and community buildings, education facilities, commercial and industrial developments, residential and mixed-use schemes, automotive and branded environments, master planning and large-scale regeneration projects, as well as fit-out and interior design projects. Their work spans new builds, heritage-sensitive restorations, sustainable design schemes, and transformative reuse projects, offering staff exposure to a wide variety of challenges and learning opportunities.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
Opportunities for professional development, CPD, and mentoring
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
Pension scheme and healthcare options
Collaborative, inclusive, and creative office culture
Exposure to a diverse portfolio of high-quality projects
Office located in Chichester with modern facilitiesDaily Duties:

Lead and manage Principal Designer responsibilities under Building Regulations
Review designs for technical compliance and provide guidance to project teams
Coordinate with clients, contractors, and consultants to ensure regulatory adherence
Produce reports, risk assessments, and documentation required for approvals
Provide practical design advice on safety, accessibility, sustainability, and performance
Keep up to date with changes in legislation and industry best practices
Support and mentor junior team members where appropriateIdeal Candidate:

Qualified architect with demonstrable experience in Building Regulation Principal Designer duties
Strong knowledge of technical compliance requirements in the built environment
Excellent communication, coordination, and organisational skills
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Able to work independently and collaboratively within a medium-sized team
Enthusiastic about contributing to a supportive, creative, and inclusive office culture in Chichester

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