Location: Cardiff Office (Pontcanna) & Bath Office (City Centre)

Type: Full-time, Permanent, Office Based with some flexible working

 

UK Qualified Architect/Project Architect

Are you a UK qualified Architect, based in Cardiff/Bath, looking for your next challenge? Do you want to contribute to meaningful projects within a supportive, collaborative practice that values your ideas and professional growth? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

 

About the Role:

As a valued member of our growing team, you will work across all RIBA stages, from initial concept design through to technical delivery and construction. You will have the opportunity to manage your own responsibilities, liaise directly with clients and consultants, and contribute to projects that make a real difference to communities and places.

Confidence in Revit is essential, as is a full UK driving licence, as occasional site visits and regional project work form part of this role.

Managing client relationships is central to this role and will involve:

• Becoming involved at any stage of a project and contributing effectively with minimal briefing

• Managing multiple or complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered to programme, within budget, and to client satisfaction

• Taking a lead role in interpreting project briefs and developing initial proposals through to detailed design, working alongside a small team

• Demonstrating an awareness of your impact on colleagues across teams and wider business areas

• Managing project fees and invoicing, with administrative support where required

• Supporting and contributing to the securing of new work

• Promoting the practice and generating positive PR

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What We’re Looking For:

• ARB-registered Architect 

• Strong design capability supported by a solid technical understanding

• Proven proficiency in Revit (essential)

• Full UK driving licence

• Professional experience within a high-quality, design-led practice focused on both delivery and detail

• A strong interest in large-scale architectural projects, with the ability to manage smaller or multiple projects concurrently

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a large multi-disciplinary team, lead a small team, and work independently when required

• Excellent drawing and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly communicate design ideas and the evolution of concepts

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and develop positive working relationships

• An understanding of the sensitivities involved in client communication and presentations

• Ability to balance competing workloads, managing several projects simultaneously

• Demonstrable experience in coordinating design submissions and technical information, including the preparation of drawings, plans, reports, and specifications

 

About Inspire Architects:

At Inspire Architects, we believe great architecture starts with people. From our studios in Cardiff and Bath, we deliver projects across the UK and Wales that focus on sustainability, social value and community impact.

Our supportive, inclusive team culture places genuine value on every voice. From Passivhaus homes to complex urban regeneration, our varied portfolio offers opportunities to learn, grow and contribute to meaningful design work.

 

Why join us?

• A diverse portfolio of impactful projects

• Full time hours (37.5)

• A friendly, collaborative, open and caring studio environment

• Structured mentoring and career progression

• Regular CPDs mentoring, with opportunities to develop team leadership skills

• Support with career progression and education

• An active social calendar — and excellent coffee!

 

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to build your future with us, please include

• CV covering your professional achievements and experiences,

• Portfolio that includes example of your best projects to show us that you are the right person for this role

• A brief cover note indicating what position and location you are applying for, and why you are the right person for this role to:​

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Cardiff Office: Luther@inspirearchitects.co.uk

Bath Office: Greg@inspirearchitects.co.uk

 

We look forward to receiving your application!                                                     

 

Inspire Architects is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.