Overview
Job Title: Senior Architect / Project Architect
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: In the region of £40-45,000 DOE
About the company: A well‑established, nationally recognised architectural practice with a strong reputation for commercial and retail design is seeking a talented Senior Architect / Project Architect to join its Milton Keynes studio. The practice works across a broad range of sectors and is known for delivering high‑quality design solutions throughout the UK. With a respected portfolio spanning retail, residential, leisure, industrial and regeneration schemes, the Retail Team currently delivers large‑scale food‑shopping projects for a major national client, offering ambitious professionals the chance to contribute to meaningful, high‑impact work.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and performance‑linked incentives
* Professional development and structured career progression
* Supportive, collaborative studio environment
* Opportunity to lead and mentor junior staff
* Flexible working arrangements and hybrid options
* Contribution towards professional fees and continued training
* Social and team‑building events
Responsibilities
* Lead the design and delivery of retail architecture projects from concept through to completion
* Coordinate multi‑disciplinary teams
* Act as project lead on large food‑shopping retail schemes, ensuring client expectations and quality standards are met
* Prepare and review architecturally detailed drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
* Attend client meetings, design reviews and site visits to drive project outcomes
* Mentor and guide junior architects and designers within the team
* Ensure compliance with RIBA stages, building regulations and industry best practice
Ideal Candidate
* RIBA Part III qualified with significant UK experience in retail architecture and commercial projects
* Proven capability in leading large‑scale design projects, particularly within food shopping or retail sectors
* Strong technical and design skills with excellent attention to detail
* Confident communicator with the ability to engage clients and lead project teams
* Self‑motivated, organised, and able to manage competing priorities
* Proficient in architectural software including Revit, AutoCAD, and other design tools
* A proactive team player with a collaborative approach to design and delivery
How to Apply
To apply, please contact KAZ on (phone number removed) OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio. We hope to hear from you soon.
Job Info
* Job Title: Senior Architect
* Company: Penguin Recruitment
* Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
* Posted: Feb 6th 2026
* Closes: Mar 9th 2026
* Sector: Construction
* Contract: Permanent
* Hours: Full Time
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