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Architect OR Experienced Architectural Assistant- Interiors experience (5 M Contract)

Job reference

237322_1781620168

Company Name

Penguin Recruitment

Salary

£30000 - £40000 per annum + Company Benefits

Location

Manchester

Industry sector

Building, Construction

Job type

Permanent | Full Time

Job start date

ASAP

Posted date

16/06/2026

Closing date

07/07/2026

Job Title: Architect OR Experienced Architectural Assistant

Location: Manchester

Salary: £30-40,000 DOE

**Initial 5-month contract with options to be extended**

About the company:

A highly respected architectural practice is seeking an Architect or Experienced Architectural Assistant with strong workplace interiors experience to join its Manchester team.

The successful candidate will play a key role in an accelerated interiors study for a £50m new-build commercial development. Working within an established project team, they will help develop the interior design package to align with the quality and technical resolution of the wider base-build scheme before construction commences later this year.

This is an excellent opportunity for a design-focused individual with strong interiors capability who enjoys working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

What's on Offer

* Immediate project involvement on a high-profile commercial development

* Initial 5-month appointment with longer-term opportunities available

* Flexible working arrangements

* Competitive salary or contract rate dependent on experience

* Opportunity to work within an award-winning, employee-owned practice with a strong sustainability ethos

Key Responsibilities

* Assist in the development of workplace interior design concepts and technical solutions

* Support the interiors study across a major commercial project

* Produce design, presentation, and technical documentation

* Coordinate with architects, consultants, and project stakeholders

* Develop Revit models and drawing packages

* Contribute to the delivery of high-quality workplace environments

Requirements

* Architect, Part 2 Architectural Assistant, or equivalent level of experience

* Demonstrable workplace or commercial interiors experience

* Strong design and technical capability

* Revit proficiency is essential

* Excellent communication and organisational skills

* Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary project team

Immediate start preferred.