Senior Architect

Job Profile for Senior Architect - 29435

Location:
Birmingham Salary:
Up To 50,000 + Hybrid Working + Excellent Benefits Package

Bennett and Game are pleased to be recruiting for a Senior Architect to join an award-winning architectural practice based in Birmingham. This is a superb opportunity for a skilled Senior Architect to advance their career within a design-led, technically focused studio renowned for its innovative and client-centred approach.

Our client operates across a broad range of sectors including Residential, Workplace, Education, Community, and Transport, delivering high-quality projects that combine thoughtful design with technical excellence. While experience in at least two of these sectors is desirable, applications are welcome from candidates with a strong background in any of these areas.

The successful Senior Architect will have demonstrable experience leading projects through all RIBA Stages 1 to 7, with the confidence and capability to manage teams and project delivery. You will be a key contributor to design development, client liaison, and project coordination, supported by a collaborative leadership team.

• Lead and manage projects from inception to completion, covering all RIBA work stages (1-7)
• Report directly to Associates and Partners, supporting the smooth delivery of projects
• Work across a diverse portfolio including Residential, Workplace, Education, Community and Transport sectors
• Produce and review design documentation, drawings, and presentations using AutoCAD and Revit daily (training provided where needed)
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted point of contact
• Chair and document design team meetings, ensuring clear communication and coordination
• Oversee and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams to deliver innovative and compliant solutions

Senior Architect Job Requirements

• Based in or within commuting distance of Birmingham
• Degree qualified Architect with 5+ years' post-qualification experience
• Proven track record managing projects through all RIBA stages 1 to 7
• Excellent design sensibility, technical understanding and presentation skills
• Proficient in AutoCAD and/or Revit; openness to further training
• Strong project running experience, including team leadership and client liaison
• Experience across at least two of the following sectors:
  Residential, Workplace, Education, Community, or Transport

Senior Architect Salary & Benefits

• Salary:
  Up to 50,000 + (DOE)
• Holiday: 20 Days + Bank Holidays + Christmas Break
• Pension
• Career Development
• Flexible Working / Hybrid Working (After Probation)
• Paid Professional Membership (RIBA, ARB, CIAT)
• Other Benefits Discussed At Interview Stage

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.