Job reference
236554_1784800810
Company Name
Salary
£45000 - £50000 per annum + Company Benefits
Location
Newbury
Industry sector
Building, Construction
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
23/07/2026
Closing date
13/08/2026
Project Architect
Location: Newbury
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
An established, design-focused architectural practice with an outstanding reputation for delivering prestigious residential projects is looking to appoint a Project Architect to join its growing team in Newbury. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of bespoke luxury homes, work closely with discerning private clients, and become part of a highly respected studio recognised for its commitment to exceptional design and craftsmanship.
Why Join?
* Lead the delivery of bespoke, high-end residential projects from concept design through to completion
* Join a collaborative and innovative practice that encourages creativity, quality, and design excellence
* Enjoy a flexible working arrangement with a mix of office-based and remote working
* Take advantage of genuine career progression opportunities within a successful and expanding practice
* Oversee projects across all RIBA work stages while building strong relationships with clients and consultants
* Become part of a well-regarded practice with an impressive portfolio and a strong pipeline of upcoming projects
* Work in a design-led environment where attention to detail and architectural quality are central to every project
* Play an important role in delivering exceptional homes while contributing to the continued growth of the practice
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the delivery of bespoke residential schemes across all RIBA stages from inception through to completion
* Coordinate clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and to programme
* Produce and develop high-quality design proposals, technical drawings, specifications, and construction information
* Monitor project programmes, budgets, resources, and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle
* Coordinate multidisciplinary consultants while resolving technical and design challenges as they arise
* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and key project stakeholders throughout each commission
* Support and mentor junior members of the architectural team where appropriate
* Promote sustainable design principles and contribute to environmentally responsible project solutions
Skills & Experience
* ARB-registered Architect with proven experience delivering projects within the UK
* Demonstrable experience working on luxury private residential developments across multiple RIBA stages
* Strong technical knowledge with the ability to coordinate and manage complex residential projects
* Confident working alongside clients, consultants, contractors, and wider project teams
* Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
* Experience using Vectorworks would be beneficial
* Understanding of sustainable design principles, with Passivhaus knowledge or certification considered an advantage
* Commercially aware with the ability to balance design quality, programme requirements, and project budgets