Project Architect

Location: Reading

Salary: -45,000 - -50,000

A well-established and award-winning architectural practice renowned for delivering exceptional luxury residential projects is seeking a Project Architect to join its expanding Reading team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leading role on bespoke residential developments, collaborate closely with private clients, and contribute to a design-led studio celebrated for creating outstanding homes of the highest quality.

Why Join?

* Take the lead on exclusive, high-end residential schemes from initial design through to project completion
* Become part of a collaborative and forward-thinking studio that champions creativity, excellence, and innovation
* Benefit from a flexible working environment offering a balance of office and remote working
* Access clear opportunities for professional growth within a thriving and ambitious practice
* Manage projects across all RIBA stages while maintaining direct involvement with clients and consultants
* Join a respected practice with a strong industry reputation and an exciting pipeline of future work
* Work within a quality-driven environment where design integrity and attention to detail are highly valued
* Make a meaningful contribution to the delivery of exceptional architecture and the continued success of the business

Key Responsibilities

* Oversee the successful delivery of bespoke residential projects throughout all RIBA work stages
* Coordinate consultants, contractors, clients, and internal teams to ensure projects progress efficiently
* Prepare and develop high-quality design solutions, technical drawings, specifications, and construction documentation
* Monitor project timelines, budgets, resources, and quality objectives from inception to completion
* Manage consultant collaboration and address technical or design-related challenges as projects evolve
* Foster and maintain strong working relationships with clients and project stakeholders
* Provide guidance and support to junior team members where required
* Encourage sustainable design approaches and contribute to environmentally conscious project outcomes

Skills & Experience

* ARB-registered Architect with a strong track record of delivering projects within the UK
* Proven experience working on luxury private residential developments across a range of RIBA stages
* Excellent technical expertise with the ability to manage and coordinate complex residential projects
* Confident liaising with clients, consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams
* Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving abilities
* Experience with Vectorworks would be advantageous
* Knowledge of sustainable design methodologies, with Passivhaus experience or accreditation viewed favourably
* Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance design aspirations, programme requirements, and budget considerations

To apply, please call Sophie on (phone number removed) or alternatively, send your CV and Portfolio across to (url removed)