Company: RED KING RESOURCING
Job Type: Permanent, FullTime
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum
Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Architect with deep experience in residential design to lead projects from concept through completion. This role is ideal for a creative, detail-oriented professional who can balance design excellence, technical accuracy, client management, and team leadership.
Key ResponsibilitiesDesign & Technical Leadership - Lead the full design process for residential projects, including single-family homes, multi-unit developments, renovations, and custom builds
- Develop concept designs, schematic plans, detailed drawings, and construction documentation
- Ensure all designs meet building codes, zoning regulations, and sustainability standards
- Oversee material specifications, interior architectural details, and exterior façade development
- Conduct site analyses, feasibility studies, and design reviews
Project & Team Management - Manage multiple projects simultaneously from early concept to construction administration
- Coordinate work across internal teams, consultants, engineers, and contractors
- Provide mentorship, oversight, and technical guidance to junior architects and designers
- Ensure all project milestones, schedules, budgets, and quality standards are met
Client & Stakeholder Engagement - Serve as the primary design and communication lead for clients
- Translate client goals into intelligent, functional, and aesthetically refined solutions
- Present concepts, manage feedback, and maintain strong ongoing relationships
- Participate in stakeholder meetings, community consultations, and regulatory reviews
Construction Phase Responsibilities - Oversee construction administration, including site visits, RFIs, submittals, and field reports
- Resolve design and technical issues quickly to maintain project momentum
- Collaborate with contractors to ensure design intent is executed accurately
QualificationsRequired - Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch)
- 7+ years of architectural experience, with a strong residential portfolio
- Licensed Architect (or on path to licensure)
- Proficiency in architectural design software (AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Suite)
- Strong understanding of residential building systems, codes, detailing, and materials
- Excellent communication, leadership, and client-management skills
Preferred - Experience with high-end custom residential design
- Knowledge of sustainable design principles and relevant certifications (LEED, Passive House, etc.)
- Experience managing interdisciplinary consultant teams
- Familiarity with design-build delivery models
