Senior Architect

Senior ArchitectLocation: PortsmouthSalary: £45-55,000 (depending on experience)

An established and highly regarded architectural practice in Portsmouth is seeking a Senior Architect to join its expanding team. Known for its innovative, sustainable, and client-focused approach, the studio has delivered an impressive body of work spanning commercial, education, healthcare, and mixed-use projects. This position presents an excellent opportunity for an ambitious architect to take on a senior role, lead significant schemes, and contribute to the future direction of a progressive, design-led practice.

• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance

• Professional memberships and fees fully covered

• Business mileage reimbursed

• 5 weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays

• Opportunity to influence and deliver a wide variety of projects at senior level

• ARB-registered Architect with extensive post-qualification experience in the UK

• Strong design ability paired with excellent technical knowledge

• Advanced proficiency in Revit (essential)

• Thorough understanding of UK building regulations, planning frameworks, and RIBA work stages

• Demonstrable experience leading projects from concept through to delivery, ideally in education, healthcare, or commercial sectors

• Confident communicator with leadership qualities and mentoring experience

• Strong organisational skills, able to manage multiple live projects, budgets, and deadlines

• Full UK driving licence

• Based in or able to commute easily to Portsmouth

• Lead projects through all phases, maintaining both design quality and technical accuracy

• Provide leadership within the studio, offering guidance and support to junior colleagues

• Act as a key liaison for clients, contractors, and consultants, fostering strong relationships throughout the project lifecycle

• Develop innovative and sustainable design solutions that reflect the studio's ethos

• Ensure all work aligns with planning policies, building regulations, and industry best practice

• Contribute to the practice's growth by supporting business development and shaping its ongoing direction

To apply, please contact Sophie on OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to I hope to hear from you soon.