Urban Edge are on the lookout for an experienced, detail-driven Senior Architect
December 22nd, 2025 Posted by Urban Edge All, VacanciesPermanent | Full-time UK office based in Stamford or Nottingham
The opportunity:
We are looking for a Senior Architect or Associate with a proven track record in industrial and logistics-led developments to play a key role in the delivery and growth of our UK portfolio. This senior role provides the opportunity to lead projects, work directly with clients and contribute strategic insight within a well‑established, employee‑owned, and growing practice. You will take ownership of major schemes from early design through to construction, working closely with clients, consultants and internal teams.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead large-scale industrial, logistics and warehouse projects
- Manage projects across RIBA Stages 2-5, ensuring quality, programme and budget control
- Act as client lead, building long-term relationships and securing repeat work
- Oversee consultant coordination and technical delivery
- Provide technical leadership and mentoring to Architects and Assistants
- Contribute to business development, bids, and project winning strategies
- Support studio management and strategic growth (Associate level)
About you:
- ARB-registered Architect (or equivalent with extensive UK experience)
- Strong background in industrial, logistics and commercial architecture
- Demonstrable experience leading teams and delivering projects on site
- Excellent knowledge of UK planning, Building Regulations and procurement routes
- High proficiency in Revit/BIM
- Commercially aware with strong client-facing skills
- Experience contributing to fee proposals and resourcing (Associate level)
Salary and benefits:
- Senior Architect: £50,000-£60,000
- Associate: £65,000+
- Annual bonus: We are employee owned and all team members share in the profits
- Pension: Employer contribution
- Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays (increasing with service)
- Professional fees paid (ARB/RIBA)
- Private healthcare
- Clear pathway to Director level (Associate role)
Why join us
- Market-leading industrial and logistics across the UK
- High-profile national and international clients
- Long-term workload security and studio growth
- Strong emphasis on technical excellence and design quality
- Supportive, collaborative leadership culture
To apply please send a covering letter with a CV or personal statement explaining why you think you would be suitable for this role and examples of your work/portfolio to: jobs@urbanedgearchitecture.co.uk
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. If you require a Certificate of Sponsorship please make this clear as part of your application and include the expiry date.
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