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Project Architect Expiring soon

Job reference

229969_1781190853

Company Name

Penguin Recruitment

Salary

£42000 - £48000 per annum + Company Benefits

Location

Chester

Industry sector

Building, Construction

Job type

Permanent | Full Time

Job start date

ASAP

Posted date

11/06/2026

Closing date

02/07/2026

Project Architect

Location: Chester

Salary: £42-48,000

A respected multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking an experienced Project Architect to join its growing team in Cheshire. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Project Architect looking to take ownership of diverse projects within a collaborative, forward-thinking, and design-focused practice. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering projects across a broad range of sectors including education, commercial, leisure, and public sector developments.

Benefits

* Competitive remuneration package and attractive employee benefits

* Flexible hybrid working arrangements

* Continued professional development and career progression support

* Enhanced family leave provisions

* Company pension scheme

* Employee recognition and incentive programmes

* Complimentary on-site parking

The role

* Managing architectural projects through all phases, from feasibility and concept design to construction and completion

* Coordinating design teams and overseeing the technical development of projects

* Acting as a key point of contact for clients, consultants, contractors, and external stakeholders

* Preparing, reviewing, and coordinating detailed drawing packages, specifications, and project information

* Leading design and progress meetings while presenting proposals and updates to clients and project teams

* Supporting junior colleagues through guidance, mentoring, and technical oversight

* Ensuring projects are delivered in line with programme, budget, quality, and regulatory requirements across all RIBA stages

Requirements for the Project Architect role

* ARB registered Architect with substantial post-Part III professional experience

* Demonstrable experience leading projects through all RIBA work stages

* Strong technical knowledge of UK Building Regulations, planning processes, and construction methodologies

* Proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and manage project delivery effectively

* Advanced Revit proficiency with excellent technical and detailing capabilities

* Strong communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills

* Commercially aware with the ability to balance design aspirations and project objectives

* Capable of working independently while contributing positively within a collaborative practice environment

I look forward to hearing from you soon!