Architecture

With decades of sector specific recruitment experience and a passion for providing the best service to clients and candidates alike, Ignis Partners have grown to become one of the leading Architectural Recruitment Agencies in London.

We work with some of the top names in architecture and design, ranging from boutique design studios to AJ100 architectural practices and multi-disciplinary companies with portfolios that include many truly iconic projects.

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We recruit for a wide range of positions and job titles within the architecture industry, including:

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Architect / Project Architect
Dublin
,
Dublin
Ireland
Salary
Rate
€40,000 - €65,000
Permanent

Opportunity with multi award-winning architecture practice, working on a broad range of medium to large scale projects across resi, commercial and mixed-use.

Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

You will work on practice projects with a focus on high quality bespoke design. Prepare and develop drawings, models, images and other project documents relating to design and technical documentation covering all design and construction stages up to stage 4 on variety of projects from medium size multiple unit apartment blocks, penthouses to large commercial buildings and mixed use schemes £1m to £100m + construction value

What makes you good at your job:

  • design skills and knowledge.
  • knowledge of buildings and construction.
  • to be thorough and pay attention to detail.
  • thinking and reasoning skills.
  • client service skills.
  • excellent verbal communication skills.
  • analytical thinking skills.
  • the ability to use your initiative.  

What experience and knowledge the role requires:

  • a minimum of three to four years’ practice experience working as a project architect at all project stages (especially stage 3 & 4)
  • strong design ability including experience of detail / technical design and delivery
  • excellent graphic skills and 3D design ability. Should be proficient in InDesign, Photoshop, SketchUp (or similar) and have appropriate rendering competencies
  • experienced in Revit
  • will most likely have worked in a medium to large sized practice specialising in residential or other high specification bespoke projects (e.g. hotel/heritage)

The company:

Owned and shaped by Architect who is passionate about the small details and challenges of architectural design and development, this brilliant practice of 60 people based in Dublin has won the Public Sector Awards, Fit Out Awards and Irish Construction Industry Awards among other honourable mentions and Excellence in Business Awards.

Salary starts at 40,000 up-to 55-60,000 euros per annum plus additional benefits.

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Architectural Technician
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£40,000 - £45,000
Permanent

Opportunity with a multi-award winning, top AJ100 listed practice, where you will be working on large-scale residential and commercial projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

You will be assigned to work on super confidential, unique high-value projects in a prime location - Central London. You will be working as part of a talented team, delivering and managing the technical processes for high-end, medium – large-scale UK residential and commercial projects.

What makes you good at your job:

  • You’re an experienced Technician or Technologist with at least 3 years UK experience
  • You are experienced working across all Riba stages especially 3-5
  • You can present a super portfolio of similar work showing experience on large scale residential or commercial projects
  • You are technically proficient and able to drive packages to conclusion
  • You have some site experience / dealing with sub-contractors
  • You have reviewed S/C drawings many times
  • You are a Revit whizz with a positive attitude.
  • You have excellent organisational skills and good multi-tasking abilities

What the role includes:

  • Coordinating drawing packages in conjunction with the other design consultants
  • Working collaboratively within a technical team
  • Preparing detailed working drawing packages (Plans, Sections, Elevations, Schedule and Details)
  • Investigating and offering technical advice on factors that affect building development
  • Monitoring designs for health and safety and contributing to risk assessments
  • Coordinating detailed technical information from RIBA Stage 3 onwards
  • Preparing specifications for construction work
  • Producing technical detailing in Revit
  • Developing and implementing building designs, packages, details, within budget and according to UK building regulations        

The Company:

Offering an exceptional list of benefits, including, hybrid working options, well-being activities, social events and a real value for employee satisfaction and development. This is a multi-award winning top AJ100 listed practice with a staff force of around 200.

It’s the creativity, social and passionate community that makes this practice a great place to work; from sharing design news, holding regular internal presentations, lectures and debates and organising several sporting and social events throughout the year, staff contentment is at peak.

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Architectural Technologist
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£40,000 - £45,000
Permanent

Opportunity with a multi-award winning, top AJ100 listed practice, where you will be working on large-scale residential and commercial projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

You will be assigned to work on super confidential, unique high-value projects in a prime location - Central London. You will be working as part of a talented team, delivering and managing the technical processes for high-end, medium – large-scale UK residential and commercial projects.

What makes you good at your job:

  • You’re an experienced Technician or Technologist with at least 3 years UK experience
  • You are experienced working across all Riba stages especially 3-5
  • You can present a super portfolio of similar work showing experience on large scale residential or commercial projects
  • You are technically proficient and able to drive packages to conclusion
  • You have some site experience / dealing with sub-contractors
  • You have reviewed S/C drawings many times
  • You are a Revit whizz with a positive attitude.
  • You have excellent organisational skills and good multi-tasking abilities

What the role includes:

  • Coordinating drawing packages in conjunction with the other design consultants
  • Working collaboratively within a technical team
  • Preparing detailed working drawing packages (Plans, Sections, Elevations, Schedule and Details)
  • Investigating and offering technical advice on factors that affect building development
  • Monitoring designs for health and safety and contributing to risk assessments
  • Coordinating detailed technical information from RIBA Stage 3 onwards
  • Preparing specifications for construction work
  • Producing technical detailing in Revit
  • Developing and implementing building designs, packages, details, within budget and according to UK building regulations        

The Company:

Offering an exceptional list of benefits, including, hybrid working options, well-being activities, social events and a real value for employee satisfaction and development. This is a multi-award winning top AJ100 listed practice with a staff force of around 200.

It’s the creativity, social and passionate community that makes this practice a great place to work; from sharing design news, holding regular internal presentations, lectures and debates and organising several sporting and social events throughout the year, staff contentment is at peak.

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Project Architect - Hotels
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£42,000 - £48,000
Permanent

Amazing luxury hospitality and hotels projects, including prestigious prime London locations. Excellent practice with wonderful benefits and work environment.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

You will be working on some of the best hospitality schemes in the UK, on high-end luxury projects for very prestigious clients in prime London locations. You will be producing high-quality technical drawings and detailed packages using Revit and be assigned on projects mainly across Riba stages 3-5 to begin with.

What makes you good at your job:

  • You are a qualified architect with a proven record of delivering successful projects ranging in size and complexity across all Riba stages especially 2-5
  • You present a portfolio of similar work showing experience on medium or large-scale UK luxury hotels or hospitality projects
  • You’re a whizz at using Revit
  • You have experience and understanding and supporting teams / individuals across the studio with sharing design and technical knowledge.
  • You have around 2-5 years UK post qualification experience
  • You are a creative thinker and problem solver with strong design and technical skills
  • You have keen interest in luxury hospitality
  • You have experience working closely with clients – managing, presenting, advising, problem solving and delivering expertise across the life cycle of projects.

       

What the role includes:

  • Designing and delivering high-end luxury UK hotels
  • You will be involved in completing technical and construction packages for major UK hotels and working to project deadlines
  • You will be producing technical detailing in Revit
  • You will be developing and implementing building designs, packages, details, within budget and according to UK building regulations
  • You will have client-facing responsibilities

  

The company:

Offering an exceptional list of benefits including, hybrid working options, well-being activities, social events and a real value for employee satisfaction and development. This is a multi-award winning top AJ100 listed practice with a staff force of around 200. It’s the creativity, social and passionate community that makes this practice a great place to work; from sharing design news, holding regular internal presentations, lectures and debates and organising several sporting and social events throughout the year, staff contentment is at peak.

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Architect - Residential
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£42,000 - £47,000
Permanent

Amazing large-scale residential projects, including prestigious prime London locations. Excellent practice with wonderful benefits and work environment.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

You will be working on several large-scale residential schemes and high-end luxury residential projects for very prestigious clients in prime London locations.You will be producing high-quality technical drawings and detailed packages using Revit and be assigned on projects mainly across Riba stages 3-4 to begin with.

What makes you good at your job:

  • Your experienced working across all Riba stages especially 3-5
  • You present a portfolio of similar work showing experience on large-scale residential projects
  • You’re a whizz at using Revit
  • You have at least 2-3 years UK post qualification experience
  • You are cool under pressure and are able to work to tight deadlines
  • You are a creative thinker and problem solver with strong design and technical skills
  • You have excellent organisational skills and good multi-tasking ability
  • You are someone who thrives in a social, encouraging, friendly environment.   

What the role includes:

  • Creating building designs and highly detailed drawings both by hand and by using specialist computer-aided design (CAD) applications
  • Planning, developing and implementing building designs, packages, details, within budget and according to UK building regulations
  • Writing and presenting reports, proposals, applications and contracts
  • Adapting plans according to circumstances and resolving any problems that may arise during construction

The company:

An award winning top AJ100 listed practice which seems to get everyone excited. It’s the creativity, social and passionate community that makes this practice a great place to work; from sharing design news, holding regular internal presentations, lectures and debates and organising several sporting and social events throughout the year, staff contentment is at peak.

You would be joining an experienced team of over 200 talented people collaborating to produce vibrant and inventive architecture in response to their client’s unique requirements.

Offering an exceptional list of benefits, including, hybrid working options, well-being activities, social events and a real value for employee satisfaction and development.

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Architect - Hotels
Manchester
,
North West
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£35,000 - £45,000
Permanent

Amazing hotel and hospitality schemes, including prestigious prime London locations. Excellent practice with wonderful benefits and work environment.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

You will be working on some of the best hospitality schemes in the UK on high-end luxury projects for very prestigious clients in prime London locations. You will be producing high-quality technical drawings and detailed packages using Revit and be assigned on projects mainly across Riba stages 3-5 to begin with.

 

What makes you good at your job:

  • Your experienced working across all Riba stages especially 3-5
  • You present a portfolio of similar work showing experience on large-scale hotels or hospitality (UK) projects
  • You’re a whizz at using Revit
  • You are a newly qualified or an experienced architect looking to grow with a great team.
  • You are cool under pressure and are able to work to tight deadlines
  • You are a creative thinker and problem solver with strong design and technical skills
  • You have UK Building regulations experience
  • You are someone who thrives in a social, encouraging, friendly environment.

 

What the role includes:

  • Creating building designs and highly detailed drawings
  • Planning, developing and implementing building designs, packages, details, within budget and according to UK building regulations
  • Writing and presenting reports, proposals, applications and contracts
  • Adapting plans according to circumstances and resolving any problems that may arise during construction

 

Why work here:

Offering an exceptional list of benefits, including hybrid working options, well-being activities, social events and a real value for employee satisfaction and development. This is a multi-award winning top AJ100 listed practice with a staff force of around 200. It’s the creativity, social and passionate community that makes this practice a great place to work; from sharing design news, holding regular internal presentations, lectures and debates and organising several sporting and social events throughout the year, staff contentment is at peak.

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Project Architect
London
,
London
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£45,000 - £47,000
Permanent

Brilliant practice, regularly listed in good employer guide. Exciting projects at a variety of scales, including residential and mixed use schemes.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

What is your role:

You will work on practice projects with a focus on high quality bespoke design. Prepare and develop drawings, models, images and other project documents relating to design and technical documentation covering all RIBA stages on variety of projects from small mews and one-off apartments, penthouses to large apartment buildings and mixed use schemes £1m to £40m construction value.

What makes you good at your job:

  • design skills and knowledge.
  • knowledge of UK building and construction.
  • to be thorough and pay attention to detail.
  • thinking and reasoning skills.
  • client service skills.
  • excellent verbal communication skills.
  • analytical thinking skills.
  • the ability to use your initiative

What experience and knowledge the role requires:

  • a minimum of three to four years’ practice experience working as a project architect at all RIBA stages (especially stage 3 & 4)
  • strong design ability including experience of detail / technical design and delivery
  • excellent graphic skills and 3D design ability. Should be proficient in InDesign, Photoshop, SketchUp (or similar) and have appropriate rendering competencies
  • experienced in AutoCAD and Revit is advantageous
  • will most likely have worked in a small to medium sized practice specialising in residential or other high specification bespoke projects (e.g. hotel/heritage)  

 

The company:

Owned and shaped by Partners who are passionate about the small details and challenges of architectural design and development, this brilliant practice of 22 people based in SE1 has regularly been listed in the good employer guide. The practice has been shortlisted for BD architectural employer of the year awards.  

This year they have achieved Planet Mark Year 2 Business Certification - internationally recognised sustainability certification.

 
Salary and Benefits:
  • £45,000 - £47,000 per annum
  • discretionary profit share bonus payment
  • contributory pension
  • life assurance
  • discretionary annual salary reviews
  • core office hours policy providing flexibility at either end of the day
  • RIBA membership fees paid for all qualified architects
  • company membership of the NLA with free access to events and seminars
  • discretionary annual office trip in October. Previous locations include Helsinki, Madrid, Porto
  • kitchen, showers and secure covered cycle storage facilities and courtyard garden      
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Architect
Dorset
,
South West
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£30,000 - £40,000
Permanent

Exciting opportunity with a Gold Standard "Investor in People" practice, to work on a range of office, healthcare and residential projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client:

Due to increased workload and growth our Aj100 award winning client is recruiting for multiple vacancies based in their Sherborne office. With eight studios located in the UK and abroad they have a talented and passionate team of over 150 architects. With a real focus on Sustainability, Belonging and Engagement, projects are from a large variety of sectors including Residential, Education, Health, Hospitality and Commercial.

Our client provides flexible working options (flexi days) with the option to take a three-day weekend every fortnight, profit share schemes, social activities and many more benefits making them a “Gold”-standard Investor in People practice.

Summary of Role:

You will have the opportunity to develop your skills in a chosen sector or as an all-rounder, working with cross-practice specialists in sectors including residential, commercial, healthcare and education design. You’ll also be able to work on projects that truly benefit their communities, from large laboratory buildings to mixed-use developments, sensitive refurbishments to envelope-pushing new builds, £100m high-profile schemes to local grassroots projects.

We are recruiting for multiple vacancies across all levels and are very flexible to requirements according to your experience.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • experience across all RIBA Stages, but with specific experience of workplace/office, healthcare and residential projects in the UK
  • site experience and ability to produce technical, coordinated drawing packages and write NBS specifications
  • passion for producing interesting conceptual ideas, researching new materials and techniques and innovative detailing
  • software skills, Adobe Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator and Revit is desirable.
  • strong awareness of current sustainability and ESG factors within the design and construction industry  
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Part 2 Architectural Assistant
Dorset
,
South West
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£28,000 - £35,000
Permanent

Exciting opportunity with a Gold Standard "Investor in People" practice, to work on a range of office, healthcare and residential projects.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client:

Due to increased workload and growth our Aj100 award winning client is recruiting for multiple vacancies based in their Sherborne office. With eight studios located in the UK and abroad they have a talented and passionate team of over 150 architects. With a real focus on Sustainability, Belonging and Engagement, projects are from a large variety of sectors including Residential, Education, Health, Hospitality and Commercial.

Our client provides flexible working options (flexi days) with the option to take a three-day weekend every fortnight, profit share schemes, social activities and many more benefits making them a “Gold”-standard Investor in People practice.

Summary of Role:

You will have the opportunity to develop your skills in a chosen sector or as an all-rounder, working with cross-practice specialists in sectors including residential, commercial, healthcare and education design. You’ll also be able to work on projects that truly benefit their communities, from large laboratory buildings to mixed-use developments, sensitive refurbishments to envelope-pushing new builds, £100m high-profile schemes to local grassroots projects.

We are recruiting for multiple vacancies across all levels and are very flexible to requirements according to your experience.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • experience across all RIBA Stages, but with specific experience of workplace/office, healthcare and residential projects in the UK
  • site experience and ability to produce technical, coordinated drawing packages and write NBS specifications
  • passion for producing interesting conceptual ideas, researching new materials and techniques and innovative detailing
  • software skills, Adobe Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator and Revit is desirable.
  • strong awareness of current sustainability and ESG factors within the design and construction industry  
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Architect
Manchester
,
North West
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£34,000 - £40,000
Permanent

Exciting opportunity to join this Top 100 architecture and heritage practice.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client:

We are looking for an Architect to be a part of a World Architecture Top 100 practice renowned for their excellence in architecture and heritage consultancy. You would be joining a large team of a talented workforce of 250 people, with studios across England, Australia and Hong Kong.

 

Our client provides hybrid working conditions (3 days in office, 2 WFH), flexible working with core hours of 10am - 4pm, a bonus scheme and many more benefits, including bike2work scheme. Their benefits include a strong culture of growth with great training and development opportunities.

Summary of Role:

The role would suit someone with around 2-4 years post-qualification experience and should be skilled in the delivery of architectural projects through all work stages. You should have excellent technical and conservation skills, as well as strong design skills.

Requirements:

  • Part 3 qualified and have at least 2-4 years working as a Project Architect for a UK based practice or equivalent professional qualification.
  • Project management and contract administration skills
  • Have excellent technical skills and be a proficient Revit user.
  • Conservation experience
  • Have a strong understanding of the UK Building and Planning regulations
  • Leadership experience managing a small to medium sized team
  • Well organised, proactive and enthusiastic approach to work and projects
  • Excellent communication skills both verbally and written
  • Proven experience working on all RIBA stages
  • Demonstrate good client-facing communication skills
  • Excellent technical detailing
  • Ability to organise and plan – analytical skills
  • Experience in using and or managing others using technical software.
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Site Architect
Manchester
,
North West
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£34,000 - £40,000
Permanent

Opportunity to join a Top 100 Architecture and Heritage practice, working on a iconic project in central Manchester.

Hybrid
Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client:

We are looking for an Architect to be a part of a World Architecture Top 100 practice renowned for their excellence in architecture and heritage consultancy. You would be joining a large team of a talented workforce of 250 people, with studios across England, Australia and Hong Kong.

This fantastic position offers the opportunity to be involved in one of the most iconic landmarks in Manchester which is regarded as one of the finest examples of Neo-Gothic architecture in the United Kingdom.

Our client provides hybrid working conditions (3 days in office, 2 WFH), flexible working with core hours of 10am - 4pm, a bonus scheme and many more benefits, including bike2work scheme. Their benefits include a strong culture of growth and training and development opportunities.

Summary of Role:

We are looking to recruit an experienced and proactive architect to be based in the Manchester studio and on site. The role is primarily to work on the prestigious historical landmark currently closing stage 4.

Level of Experience:

  • Experienced architect with 2+ years post-qualification experience
  • Site  experience essential
  • MEP / Structures coordination experience essential
  • Heritage/ direct  architectural experience is essential as the heritage aspects of the project needs to be understood and championed.
  • Ability to use Autodesk Revit to a site capacity is essential, as the package and project is set up in Revit.

Responsibilities include:

  • Direct liaison with Structures and MEP Lead, Design Team, Contractors etc
  • Key interface and coordination with MEP, Structure & Enabling Structures Works Package Contractors
  • Coordination of MEP services, Structure and BWICs
  • Review of Works Package Contractor Installation Drawings
  • Attendance at site coordination meetings
  • 100% full-time role
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Architectural Technologist
Newcastle
,
North East
United Kingdom
Salary
Rate
£30,000 - £40,000
Permanent

Brilliant opportunity to join a leading practice that is focused on employee development and support.

Hybrid working offered
Remote working offered

The Client:

With an excellent track record of supporting employee development, this AJ100 listed practice is known for its vibrant studio culture founded on a friendly yet hard working approach. With over 100 employees across studios in Newcastle, Vancouver and Dublin, the practice has a long history and focus of model-making and hand-drawing with creative expression reflected across its award winning portfolio.

Our client is offering a four-and-a-half-day week, flexible working, well-being activities, supportive environment, regular social events, international trips and lots of other great benefits.

Summary of Role:

The role would be suited best to an experienced, qualified and talented technologist who has experience in the refinement and delivery of complex buildings. You will be joining a growing team and will be given the opportunity to apply your experience and ingenuity to the client’s diverse project portfolio, including sport, community, commercial, residential, and education projects.

We are recruiting across ALL EXPERIENCE LEVELS.

Qualities and Skills Required:

  • Ability to work closely with the team members to develop a clear conceptual and delivery-focused design agenda for one or more core projects at all phases of development.
  • Ability to understand and formulate technical solutions and present internally and externally for discussion.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with external consultants and contractors to deliver high quality buildings.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines efficiently.
  • Able to demonstrate initiative and a proactive approach to daily tasks.
  • Flexible attitude and good interpersonal skills.
  • Strategic and critical thinking.
  • Quality-driven in all aspects of work – drawings, renders, presentations, construction documentation and site administration.
  • BREEAM / Passive House project delivery experience an asset.
  • Proficiency with Revit and Adobe CC  
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