Associate Architect - Sports Project

Associate Architect – Sports & Large-Scale Projects

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Location: London
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (4 days in-office, 1 day WFH after probation)
Benefits: Company Pension, Health Benefits, Employee Assistance Programme,Cycle to Work Scheme

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About the company

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Our client is an award-winning AJ100 architecture practice, specialising in the design of major sports venues, training facilities, educational projects, and mixed-use residential developments across the UK and internationally. Their multidisciplinary team of architects, masterplanners, and designers delivers exceptional, high-profile projects that push the boundaries of innovation and sustainability.

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The Role

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We are in search of an Associate Architect with strong technical delivery and design experience, ideally within the sports sector or other large-scale projects. The role requires expertise across all RIBA stages for exciting UK-based sports project. As an Associate Architect, you will report to the Director/Project Director and collaborate with architects and architectural assistants, depending on project requirements.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Lead design and technical delivery across all RIBA Stages, currently focused on RIBA Stage 2.
• Develop high-quality architectural solutions for large-scale sports and mixed-use projects.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.
• Oversee the technical delivery of projects, ensuring compliance  with UK Building Regulations and industry best practices.
• Mentor and collaborate with junior architects and assistants within project teams.
• Work collaboratively in Revit, ensuring BIM standards are maintained throughout the project life-cycle.

Key Requirements:

• Extensive experience in sports architecture or large-scale projects.
• Strong proficiency in Revit for design and technical documentation.
• Ability to manage projects through all RIBA stages.
• Proven experience in both technical detailing and design-led architecture.
• Strong leadership and coordination skills, with the ability to manage teams and liaise with consultants.

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Benefits:

• Hybrid working model – 4 days in-office, 1 day WFH (after 3-month probation).
• 4% company pension contributions with Scottish Widows.
• Vitality at Work Health Benefit.
• TELUS Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Associate Architect to join a leading sports architecture practice, contributing to some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the UK.