Project Architect

Project Architect

Flexible working across London, Manchester, Bristol or Leeds

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Architect to join a leading consultancy supporting the delivery of a major, high‑profile programme within the UK energy sector.

This is an opportunity to contribute to the development of both generic product designs and site‑specific design studies for a complex infrastructure project. The successful candidate will take ownership of work packages or individual buildings, working alongside senior architects while leading junior team members and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.

This role would suit an architect who enjoys working on technically challenging projects, is confident engaging with clients and stakeholders, and is capable of delivering work autonomously within a highly regulated environment.

• Lead the design and delivery of architectural packages across RIBA Stages 0-4.
• Coordinate architectural activities with multidisciplinary design teams to develop generic building designs for multiple building typologies.
• Support the delivery of complex energy infrastructure projects from concept through to technical design.
• Produce high‑quality technical reports, design strategies and drawing packages.
• Manage stakeholder engagement throughout the design process.
• Present design proposals to clients and project stakeholders.
• Support senior architects in leading project teams and mentoring junior architects and assistants.
• Coordinate design programmes to ensure successful project delivery.

To be successful in this role, applicants should have:

• Approximately 1–5 years’ post‑qualification experience.
• Experience delivering large‑scale, complex projects.
• Previous experience within highly regulated sectors such as energy, nuclear, defence, transport, aviation, healthcare or similar.
• Strong knowledge of the RIBA Plan of Work and experience delivering projects through all design stages.
• Excellent design management and coordination skills.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and client‑facing communication skills.
• Experience producing strategy documents and technical reports.
• The ability to work independently while effectively leading and coordinating others.