Browse the latest Project Architect roles across the UK. Take the lead on design and delivery with senior-level responsibility in architectural practices.
Project Architects are registered professionals responsible for leading architectural projects from early design through to completion. These roles demand both creative and technical leadership, with responsibilities that include client liaison, team coordination, planning submissions, construction oversight, and consultant management.
Whether you’re working in a design-led studio or a multidisciplinary firm, Project Architect roles offer autonomy and progression while requiring strong Revit proficiency, contract administration skills, and experience across RIBA work stages. Explore roles across residential, commercial, cultural, and public-sector projects. To benchmark your salary at this level, visit our Architect Salary Guide.
If you’re progressing into or actively seeking a Project Architect role, these frequently asked questions will help you better understand expectations, qualifications, and career development.
A Project Architect is a qualified and ARB-registered architect responsible for the management and delivery of architectural projects — from concept to completion — overseeing teams, drawings, and site coordination.
You must be ARB registered and typically have at least 2–5 years of post-Part III experience. Familiarity with RIBA stages, UK building regulations, and contract administration is essential.
Project Architects lead design development, manage internal teams, liaise with clients and consultants, oversee planning and technical submissions, and often monitor site progress and contractor coordination.
Salaries typically range from £38,000 to £52,000 depending on location, experience, and firm size. Visit our Architect Salary Guide for regional benchmarks.
Revit proficiency is often a requirement, along with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and BIM coordination platforms. Project Architects may also use specification and contract tools like NBS or JCT.
They work across a wide range of sectors including housing, commercial offices, retail, education, healthcare, and public infrastructure.
Typical progression leads to Associate Architect, Senior Project Lead, or eventually Director/Partner, depending on the size and structure of the practice.
Yes. Many practices offer hybrid working models, although site visits and team collaboration often require in-person presence at key stages.
Meet the team at HAUS Careers. An Architecture and Design recruitment agency in London, we are a team of ex-industry professionals with varied backgrounds and specialist knowledge in a multiplicity of sectors. At HAUS we love design and have a passion for great Architecture.
Our varied backgrounds and relevant experience allow for a deeper understanding of our industry. Our expert knowledge of Architecture, BIM, Landscape, Interior Design, Urban Design and Creative Support allows us to identify talented professionals and the best practices.
We work with London’s best practices and ensure our candidates are always placed in the right environment. We have a great relationship with both our clients and candidates for this exact reason. We are always looking for the most talented designers and professionals to ensure our industry’s future continues to grow.
At HAUS we understand from experience that recruitment is more than just matching someone’s skillset to a job description.
We are always looking to launch professionals next step in the industry. That’s why we get to know our candidates. We welcome the opportunity to meet over a coffee, tea or beer (or all of the above) so we can get a stronger understanding of their career aspirations and match their specialist skills and experience to the right role.
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There is no limit to the number of referrals you can make either.
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