Senior Architect

September 11, 2025 | Comments Off on Senior Architect

Senior Architect Job in London

Senior Architect job in London. A fantastic opportunity to lead and deliver innovative education projects with a forward-thinking, employee-owned practice committed to sustainability, community, and purpose.

This progressive B Corp® certified practice is one of the UK's leading multidisciplinary design consultancies, employing over 300 specialists across 9 studios nationwide. With a strong reputation for design quality, technical excellence, and a people-first culture, the business is dedicated to creating inspiring, sustainable places that positively impact communities. As an employee-owned organisation, it offers a supportive environment and future opportunity to share in ownership.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Lead and run education projects, particularly within the schools sector, from concept through to completion
  • Manage multiple or complex projects to meet deadlines, budgets, and client expectations
  • Direct and mentor junior architects, supporting their professional development
  • Lead client meetings, presentations, and engagement with stakeholders
  • Oversee design development, technical delivery, and coordination with consultants
  • Manage project finances including fees, invoicing, and profitability
  • Contribute to securing new work and generating positive PR for the business

Required Skills & Experience

  • RIBA Part 3 (or equivalent) with 3+ post-qualification experience
  • Proven track record delivering schools projects, including DfE-led schemes
  • Strong design, technical and presentation skills with Revit proficiency
  • Experience of projects valued between £5m-£20m
  • Ability to manage teams, collaborate across disciplines, and build strong client relationships
  • Knowledge of MMC solutions, refurbishment and retrofit approaches
  • Experience with SEN, Further or Higher Education projects (desirable)
  • Understanding of BIM workflows and technical advisor roles in education projects (desirable)

What you get back

  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days holiday
  • Flexible working times
  • Hybrid working
  • Employee ownership scheme
  • Pension contribution
  • Childcare vouchers
  • Cycle to work
  • Assisted healthcare plans

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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Referral

Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a £1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions.

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