Architect

Location:

Portsmouth (PO2) – Hampshire, South East, United Kingdom

Salary:

£35000 – £42000 per annum + Company Benefits

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Construction Jobs

Other Industries & Skills: 

Architecture

Advertiser:

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Job ID:

132401415

Posted On: 

31 October 2025

Architect
Location: Portsmouth
Salary: GBP35-42,000 (depending on experience)

An award-winning architectural studio in Portsmouth is seeking a talented Architect to join its expanding team. Renowned for its innovative, sustainable, and client-focused approach, the practice has built an impressive portfolio across commercial, education, healthcare, and mixed-use sectors. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Architect to take on a senior role, lead significant projects, and help shape the future direction of a forward-thinking, design-led practice.

What’s on offer:

* Flexible working arrangements promoting a healthy work-life balance
* Fully covered professional memberships and fees
* Reimbursed business mileage
* 5 weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays
* Opportunity to lead and influence a diverse range of projects at senior level

Key requirements:

* ARB-registered Architect with substantial post-qualification experience in the UK
* Strong design flair combined with excellent technical knowledge
* Advanced Revit proficiency (essential)
* In-depth understanding of UK building regulations, planning processes, and RIBA work stages
* Proven experience delivering projects from concept through to completion, ideally in education, healthcare, or commercial sectors
* Effective communicator with leadership and mentoring experience
* Strong organisational and project management skills, able to oversee multiple live projects
* Full UK driving licence and ability to commute to Portsmouth

Responsibilities:

* Lead and deliver projects through all RIBA stages, ensuring design excellence and technical precision
* Provide leadership within the studio and mentorship to junior team members
* Act as a key client liaison, maintaining strong relationships with consultants and contractors
* Develop innovative, sustainable design solutions aligned with the practice’s ethos
* Ensure all work meets planning, regulatory, and quality standards
* Contribute to business development and help steer the strategic growth of the practice

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