Senior Architect

Penguin is proud to be working with a fast-growing multidisciplinary planning, design and construction consultancy on an exciting opportunity for a Senior Architect to join their expanding Design team in Colchester.

The consultancy works closely with residential and mixed-use developers across the UK, supporting projects from site acquisition and feasibility through planning and technical delivery. They have a strong focus on commercially viable, policy-led design and are continuing to grow their in-house architectural capability.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Architect to take ownership of projects and play a key role in the delivery of residential and mixed-use schemes.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Lead projects through RIBA Stages 0-3, from feasibility and concept design through to planning submission.

• Develop site layouts, housing mix strategies and masterplans.

• Work closely with planning teams to ensure designs are policy-compliant and commercially viable.

• Liaise with developers, land agents, consultants and local authorities.

• Lead and mentor junior members of the design team.

• Produce and coordinate high-quality planning-stage drawings.

• Balance creativity, plan...