Project Architect Role Summary
Commercial & Retrofit Projects | £43,000 – £55,000 | Central London
HAUS Careers is proud to present an exciting opportunity for an experienced and design-focused Project Architect to join a well-established architectural studio in Central London. Renowned for its carefully considered approach to commercial and retrofit architecture, the practice delivers high-quality projects across complex existing and heritage buildings throughout the city.
This role is ideal for a confident Architect with strong technical and delivery experience who is looking to take on greater responsibility within a collaborative and creative studio environment.
The Opportunity
You will play a key role in leading and delivering commercial refurbishment and retrofit projects across multiple RIBA stages, with a particular focus on technical coordination and project delivery. Working closely with directors and senior team members, you’ll oversee project packages, mentor junior staff, and help drive high-quality design solutions from concept through to completion using ArchiCAD.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead projects and project packages through RIBA Stages 3–5
- Manage technical design coordination and project delivery
- Produce and review detailed drawing packages, BIM models, and technical information in ArchiCAD
- Coordinate consultants, contractors, and client teams throughout project stages
- Ensure compliance with UK Building Regulations, planning requirements, and technical standards
- Support and mentor junior team members across live projects
- Contribute to programme management, design reviews, and overall project quality
- Maintain high standards of technical detailing and design execution
Skills & Experience
- ARB registered Architect with several years of post-Part III professional experience
- Strong background delivering commercial, retrofit, or refurbishment projects in the UK
- Excellent technical knowledge and experience across RIBA Stages 3–5
- Strong understanding of UK Building Regulations, construction detailing, and coordination
- Experience working on existing or heritage buildings is highly desirable
- Confident communicator with leadership and team coordination experience
- Organised, proactive, and capable of managing multiple responsibilities
Why Join?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected and design-led practice working on technically ambitious London projects. The studio offers a supportive and collaborative culture, genuine career progression opportunities, and the chance to take ownership of meaningful work within the growing commercial retrofit sector.