Senior Architect

Our client, an established and award-winning Scottish architectural practice with over 50 years of experience delivering projects across a diverse range of sectors, are seeking an ambitious Senior Architect to join their Glasgow studio and play a key role in the delivery of an exciting and varied project portfolio. Our client are highly receptive in their search and would welcome Architects of any level to apply.

This is an opportunity to work on projects that offer genuine variety in scale, complexity and design, from residential developments and bespoke private homes to commercial offices, education facilities, healthcare environments, leisure destinations, community buildings, industrial schemes and specialist Ministry of Defence (MOD) projects. The practice also undertakes complex refurbishments, heritage and listed-building work, alongside new-build developments.

With project values typically ranging from £5m to £30m and involvement in major developments exceeding £120m, this role offers the chance to take ownership of technically challenging schemes while working alongside experienced architects, engineers and design professionals.

Our client brings architecture, engineering and interior design together within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. For a Senior Architect looking to broaden their sector experience, lead projects and take the next step in their career, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within an established practice with a strong track record across Scotland.

• Lead and coordinate architectural projects across the RIBA Plan of Work, taking responsibility for design development and technical delivery.
• Initially focus on residential developments, with opportunities to work across commercial, education, healthcare, leisure, industrial, community, defence and refurbishment projects.
• Produce and review detailed technical drawings, specifications and construction information using Revit.
• Coordinate design information across multidisciplinary teams, working closely with engineers, consultants, contractors and other project stakeholders.
• Manage project teams, delegate responsibilities and provide guidance and support to junior colleagues.
• Liaise directly with clients, helping translate their requirements into practical, well-coordinated architectural solutions.
• Prepare, develop and present design proposals, balancing creativity, technical performance, buildability and budget.
• Identify and resolve design and construction challenges, maintaining quality and consistency throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contribute to the successful delivery of projects in line with agreed programmes, budgets and technical requirements.

• ARB-registered Architect.
• Strong experience delivering projects across multiple RIBA stages, from design development through to technical delivery and construction.
• Proven ability to lead projects, coordinate consultants and manage architectural teams.
• Experience using Revit,
• Strong technical knowledge, with the ability to develop coordinated design and construction information.
• Confident communicator with excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, team leadership and project delivery.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary architectural and engineering environment.
• Good knowledge of Scottish Technical Standards

• Competitive salary of £40,000-£48,000, depending on experience.
• Annual holiday allowance, plus bank holidays.
• Christmas shutdown.
• Death-in-service cover.
• Flexible working hours.
• Pension scheme.
• Social events and opportunities to connect with colleagues.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Additional benefits to be discussed at interview stage.