Principal Architect
Location: Bristol
Salary: £45-60,000
Reference: SFBRS259
A nationally respected design consultancy is seeking a confident and experienced Principal Architect to play a key role in its growing architecture team in Bristol. Sitting at the intersection of planning, heritage and urban design, this multidisciplinary practice offers a unique platform for strategic design leadership. This is a senior role ideal for someone ready to lead, inspire, and help shape the next chapter of an ambitious, design-led organisation.
Benefits:
* A hybrid and agile working culture - valuing outcomes over location
* A supportive, multidisciplinary environment where architecture, planning and design intersect
* Clear career progression into senior leadership, with the autonomy to grow your own client base and project focus
* A wide range of employee benefits and wellbeing support
Responsibilities:
* Lead architectural projects from concept through to delivery, tailored to your strengths and regional focus
* Act as a primary contact for clients and stakeholders, nurturing strong relationships across projects
* Oversee internal design teams and external consultants to ensure quality and consistency across all RIBA stages
* Support business development through networking, proposal preparation, and pipeline engagement
* Champion design quality while helping shape a positive, collaborative team culture
* Take on a visible leadership role, mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to long-term team growth
Requirements:
* A natural collaborator and communicator, with a desire to take on strategic responsibility
* RIBA Part III qualified, with ARB registration
* Significant post-registration experience, ideally within a respected design consultancy
* A strong portfolio demonstrating experience across all RIBA stages, from early concept to delivery
* Sector experience in residential, mixed-use, regeneration or commercial work
* Excellent knowledge of UK planning systems and building regulations
* Strong design, technical and project leadership skills
* Proficiency in Revit is essential
* Experience acting as Principal Designer, with sound understanding of H&S legislation
I look forward to hearing from you soon.
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