Senior Architect

Job Title: Senior Architect - Aviation Projects

Location: London / Hybrid

Type: Permanent

Salary: circa £50,000 + benefits

Join a Leading Multi-Disciplinary Design Team Driving Innovation in the Aviation Sector

We're working with a highly respected design consultancy who are on the lookout for a Senior Architect with strong aviation sector experience. This is a unique opportunity to step into a lead role where you'll manage design delivery on major UK aviation projects and shape the built environment in one of the most complex and regulated sectors.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading multi-disciplinary project teams from RIBA Stage 0 to 7
• Managing internal teams (Architects, Technologists, Early Careers talent) and coordinating with external stakeholders
• Producing high-quality architectural designs, technical details and specifications
• Acting as a key client liaison, balancing design innovation with compliance and feasibility
• Contributing to fee proposals, project planning, and overall design strategy
• Supporting junior staff development and promoting a collaborative, high-performing team culture

What You'll Bring:

• ARB-registered Architect (RIBA preferred)
• Solid background delivering large-scale aviation projects (ideally Heathrow and/or Gatwick standards)
• Advanced Revit skills (Autodesk Revit 3D proficiency required)
• Strong knowledge of UK Building Regs, British Standards and CDM regulations
• Confident communicator, both in presentations and cross-discipline collaboration
• Experience with NBS Chorus specification writing

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience managing diverse teams from graduate to senior level
• Commercial awareness and understanding of project financials
• Experience working with external design consultants

Why Apply Through Us?

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Contact:

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