Senior Architect - Aviation

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000

Job description

Job Description

Senior Architect (Aviation) - Industry Leading Work Life Balance

Location: Blackfriars, London (Hybrid: 2 days in the office, 3 days remote)

Salary: £50,000-£55,000 per annum

We are seeking a Senior Architect with expertise in aviation or large scale infrastructure projects to join our clients team based in Blackfriars, London. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to play a key role in delivering complex aviation projects in the UK and the Middle East, working across all RIBA stages from concept to completion. The role involves project leadership, technical coordination, and client liaison. You will ensure successful delivery of design solutions, manage project documentation, and foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. This position offers a blend of hands-on design work, team leadership, and strategic oversight.

The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of the technical and regulatory aspects of architectural design in the aviation sector. You will lead and manage teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. In addition to your technical acumen, you will liaise closely with clients and external stakeholders to ensure their needs are met while adhering to project objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver aviation projects through all RIBA Plan of Work stages (0-7), ensuring technical accuracy and design excellence.
• Act as the main point of contact for project work packages, providing leadership and clear direction.
• Oversee and coordinate multidisciplinary inputs, including structure, MEP services, specialist systems, and interior elements.
• Prepare and manage project documentation, including planning and building control applications.
• Ensure compliance with project requirements, legal standards, and client objectives.
• Manage internal design reviews and ensure the delivery of high-quality, coordinated outputs.
• Oversee project resources and profit targets, maintaining an audit trail for key decisions and risk management.
• Support business development efforts by contributing to bids, tenders, and marketing initiatives.

Skills and Experience:

• Extensive technical knowledge with a proven track record of delivering complex aviation or large scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of UK construction methods, building regulations, and industry best practices.
• Proficiency in Revit is essential.
• Site experience, including managing construction phases and resolving on-site challenges.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and client relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, balancing priorities while maintaining quality and deadlines.
• ARB registration is required.

What's on offer:

As well as offering a salary in the £50,000 to £54,000 ballpark, they will provide you with a benefits package that will include:

Health & Wellbeing:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Eye care Vouchers
• 10 paid sick leave days per year
• Cycle to work scheme
• Fresh fruit in the office

Financial Security:

• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (within 90 days of joining)
• Group Life Insurance (2x salary)
• Childcare vouchers (for existing staff)

Work-Life Balance:

• 20 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• 4 additional days off between Christmas and New Year
• Up to 10 remote working days per year (including from another country)
• Hybrid working (2 days in the office per week)

Professional Development:

• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression
• Access to LinkedIn Learning and the iHasco learning platform
• Regular CPD and Revit training sessions
• ARB/RIBA/CIAT professional membership subscriptions covered
• 50% support for RIBA Part III exam/registration
• Paid study leave to support professional exams and training

Employee Incentives:

• Company profit-sharing arrangement (bonus scheme)
• Recruitment referral scheme

This role offers the opportunity to work on prestigious aviation projects while enjoying a supportive and flexible working environment. If you are a detail-oriented Senior Architect with a passion for delivering exceptional design solutions and a proven ability to lead projects and teams, we encourage you to apply. This is an opportunity to contribute to major infrastructure projects while advancing your career in a collaborative and innovative setting.

Our client is an Equal Opportunities Employer. The Company is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of medical history, marital status, genetic information or parental status. We base all our employment decisions on merit, job requirements and business needs.