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 eventsDaily Duties
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 practiceIdeal 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
To apply, please contact KAZ on (phone number removed) OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to I hope to hear from you soon