Senior Architect

Job details

Posted Tuesday 08 September 2026
Salary c.£45,000 - £50,000
Job type Permanent
Reference 2050
Recruiter Name Paul Chappell

9B Careers is working with an established architectural practice in Cambridge, looking for an experienced Senior Architect to join as a Project Lead / Job Runner.

This is a hands-on role with responsibility for the day-to-day leadership and delivery of projects, working closely with design teams, clients and consultants. You’ll have the opportunity to work across a variety of sectors and project stages, contributing to both design and technical delivery.

The Role

  • Lead projects from day-to-day, coordinating teams and consultants
  • Take responsibility for project delivery across relevant RIBA stages
  • Contribute to both design development and technical delivery
  • Manage consultant and project team coordination
  • Work directly with clients and project stakeholders
  • Support and mentor less experienced team members
  • Work across a variety of sectors and project types

About You

  • Qualified Architect with significant UK project-running experience
  • Proven experience leading projects and coordinating consultants
  • Strong design and technical capabilities
  • Excellent Revit skills
  • Experience with SketchUp, NBS Chorus or Adobe Creative Suite would be advantageous
  • Confident working independently and taking ownership of projects
  • Strong communication, organisation and leadership skills

An excellent opportunity for a Senior Architect looking for genuine project leadership responsibility within an established and collaborative Cambridge practice.