Architect

Job Title: Architect (Post Part 3 Experience)Location: ManchesterSalary: £ DOE

About the Company:

Penguin Recruitment are pleased to be supporting an award-winning Manchester-based architectural practice who have rapidly established themselves as a leading voice in the North West. The studio delivers high-profile projects across residential, commercial, cultural, and master planning sectors.

Founded in 2018, the practice is driven by a passion for cities, people, and making, with a strong emphasis on placemaking, sustainability, and deliverability. Their collaborative "learning office" culture encourages shared thinking and design excellence, with a focus on simple, elegant architecture, refined detailing, and a holistic approach to project delivery where architecture leads within the wider consultancy process.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary aligned with experience
• Opportunity to lead on award-winning, high-profile schemes
• Strong studio culture with collaboration and peer support
• Clear progression within a growing, ambitious practice
• Exposure to complex, large-scale projects across sectors
• Continued professional development and leadership opportunities
• Central Manchester studio location

Day-to-day responsibilities:

• Leading and contributing to the design and delivery of projects across all RIBA stages
• Taking responsibility for project packages, coordination, and technical output
• Producing and reviewing high-quality drawings, models, and presentation material
• Managing coordination with clients, consultants, and internal teams
• Leading input on planning applications and detailed design packages
• Attending and contributing to design team and client meetings
• Undertaking site visits and supporting contract administration as required
• Helping to ensure delivery against programme, budget, and design intent

Ideal candidate:

• Qualified Architect (ARB registered) with several years post Part 3 experience
• Proven UK project experience across multiple RIBA stages
• Strong design leadership skills with a refined architectural sensibility
• Confident in both concept design and technical delivery
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite (or equivalent)
• Strong communicator with experience leading coordination discussions
• Passionate about placemaking, sustainability, and high-quality urban design
• Proactive, organised, and comfortable taking ownership within a collaborative team environment

To apply, please contact KAZ on or alternatively send your updated CV and Portfolio to . We look forward to hearing from you soon.