Senior Architect

Company: Ignis Partners
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

About The Practice

Our client is a highly regarded UK architecture practice with multiple studios, recognised for delivering well-crafted, people-centred architecture across the education, living, leisure and commercial sectors. Established for several decades, the practice has built a strong reputation for design quality, long-term client relationships and repeat commissions, particularly within the education sector.

The studio culture is collaborative, inclusive and values-driven, with a clear commitment to investing in people at every career stage. Architects are supported through structured mentoring, regular CPD, in-house seminars and clear progression pathways, creating an environment where individuals are encouraged to take ownership, lead confidently and develop their careers over the long term.

With a strong pipeline of secured work — including recent education-sector wins — the practice is entering an exciting phase of growth and is expanding its senior leadership team to help shape the next chapter of the studio’s evolution.

The Role

This is a senior leadership position within the education team, suited to someone confident leading projects and teams while supporting business development alongside delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead design and delivery across all RIBA stages
  • Manage internal teams and external stakeholders
  • Drive programme milestones and technical quality
  • Support new business within the education sector

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years PQE
  • Proven education project delivery
  • Strong Revit + AutoCAD skills
  • Confident client-facing leader
  • Robust design portfolio
  • DfE /framework experience beneficial

Benefits

  • 1 day WFH + early finish Fridays
  • 31 days holiday (rising to 33)
  • Professional fees covered
  • Strong CPD + in-house seminars
  • Enhanced family leave + well-being perks

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Posted: June 6th, 2026