Senior Architect

Senior Architect

Location:
Cardiff

Salary: £40,000 – £48,000

An established architectural practice is seeking a Senior Architect with strong post‑qualification experience to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Architect to take ownership of projects across a diverse portfolio, leading schemes from concept through to completion. The successful candidate will play a key role in design development, project coordination, and client management, while working closely with consultants, contractors, and internal teams to deliver high‑quality architectural solutions.

• Competitive salary and reward package
• Pension scheme and life assurance
• Access to private healthcare and an employee wellbeing programme
• Career development opportunities with personalised learning support
• Technology‑supported agile working environment
• Regular team building activities and social events

• Leading projects through all RIBA stages from concept design to completion
• Developing creative, practical, and technically robust design solutions
• Managing project programmes, budgets, and resources to ensure successful delivery
• Coordinating with clients, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
• Preparing and reviewing design proposals, planning applications, and technical information
• Leading project meetings and presenting designs to clients and planning authorities
• Mentoring and supporting junior Architects and Architectural Assistants within the studio
• Ensuring projects comply with current Building Regulations, planning requirements, and industry standards

• ARB‑registered Architect with significant post‑qualification experience within a UK practice
• Proven experience leading projects and managing multidisciplinary teams
• Strong design, technical, and project management skills
• Proficiency in Revit and experience producing high‑quality design and technical information
• Comprehensive understanding of UK Building Regulations, planning policy, and construction methods
• Experience delivering projects through all RIBA work stages
• Excellent communication, organisational, and client‑facing skills
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Previous experience mentoring or managing junior team members would be advantageous

To apply for this role, please call Sophie on or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to sophie.fe I look forward to hearing from you soon.