Architect – Sports & Stadium Design

Job details

Posted Monday 28 September 2026
Location London
Job type Permanent
Discipline Architect
Reference 2067
Recruiter Name Margarida Araujo

9B Careers is working with a major international architectural and design practice looking to appoint two Architects to its specialist sports architecture team.

This is an opportunity for Architects with experience of large-scale and complex buildings to work on major stadium and sports projects within an established international team.

The Role

  • Contribute to the design and development of major sports venues

  • Develop zoning, area schedules and spatial planning strategies

  • Plan spectator, hospitality, VIP, athlete, media and back-of-house areas

  • Develop player and team facilities, including changing, medical and warm-up spaces

  • Design public concourses, F&B, retail and customer facilities

  • Coordinate complex layouts with architects, engineers and specialist consultants

  • Develop accurate architectural models and design information

  • Apply relevant stadium regulations and international sporting standards

About You

  • Qualified Architect with approximately 3+ years' experience

  • Experience on large-scale public assembly buildings, sports venues or complex transport projects

  • Strong design and spatial planning capabilities

  • Excellent 3D modelling and problem-solving skills

  • Revit and Rhino are essential

  • Understanding of the Green Guide and other relevant regulatory guidance

  • Ability to interpret sports federation standards such as FIFA, UEFA and IOC

  • Confident working within large multidisciplinary teams

  • Strong communication and presentation skills

A fantastic opportunity for an Architect looking to develop their career in sports and stadium architecture, working on complex, high-profile projects within a leading international design environment.