Architect, Architect ​/ Sr. Architect

Salary: GBP
38000 - GBP
45000 per annum + Company Benefits

Job Title:
Architect

Location:
Edinburgh

This award-winning, employee-owned architectural practice has been delivering innovative and people-centred design solutions for over 60 years. With multiple studios across the UK and internationally, the practice works across a diverse range of sectors including residential, commercial, healthcare and education. Sustainability, collaboration, and community impact are at the heart of every project, with a portfolio ranging from high-profile £100m developments and cutting-edge laboratory facilities to sensitive refurbishments and local community schemes.

As an employee-owned business, every team member has a voice in shaping the future of the practice and shares in its success.

• Employee-owned business with a genuine voice in company decisions
• 9-day working fortnight promoting a healthy work-life balance
• Opportunity to work across a wide range of sectors and project types
• Career development pathways, including specialist and all-rounder routes
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary working environment
• Exposure to high-profile, award-winning projects
• Supportive and inclusive culture committed to diversity and professional growth

• Produce high-quality architectural designs supported by appropriate and competent technical solutions.
• Take responsibility for the production, coordination, and integrity of project-specific information.
• Manage and complete project-specific quality management tasks.
• Ensure all project work is prepared in accordance with BIM standards and protocols.
• Maintain a clear understanding of project scopes and applicable change control processes.
• Regularly review designs against project briefs and actively participate in design reviews.
• Deliver services in accordance with established quality management systems.
• Apply and maintain knowledge of the RIBA Plan of Work throughout project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with current legislation, regulations, and industry standards.
• Keep up to date with sector-specific regulations and best practice requirements.
• Support the leadership and growth of the Edinburgh studio while contributing to project success.

• Qualified Architect with relevant professional accreditation.
• Proven experience delivering projects through a range of RIBA work stages.
• Strong design ability combined with excellent technical knowledge.
• Experience coordinating project information and managing quality processes.
• Good working knowledge of BIM standards and project delivery protocols.
• Thorough understanding of current UK building regulations, legislation, and industry standards.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage workload effectively and take ownership of project responsibilities.
• Experience across multiple sectors would be advantageous, although sector specialisation will also be considered.
• Passionate about creating sustainable, people-focused architecture that delivers positive community outcomes.