Principal Architect
mustard jobsEngland, United Kingdom
Posted December 10, 2025
65000 - 85000 GBP year
Full Time
About the Company
Mustard Jobs is a global recruitment firm that specializes in the design industry, operating from offices in London, Bristol and Hong Kong. With more than a decade of experience, the agency offers dedicated divisions covering built‑environment, interior, experiential, marketing & digital, VFX & gaming, and technology & development, enabling highly specialized talent placement worldwide. Its network of specialist consultants serves clients across the UK, Europe, the USA, the Middle East and Asia Pacific, delivering tailored solutions for permanent, contract and freelance roles. The firm’s deep sector expertise and client‑centric approach set it apart in the competitive recruitment market.
Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an accomplished Architect to step into a Principal Architect role within a respected multi-disciplinary practice. This Manchester-based studio is expanding its specialist Life Sciences capability, and they are seeking an influential architectural leader who can balance design excellence, technical oversight, and strong client engagement.
Requirements
- Fully qualified Architect with ARB / RIBA membership (or equivalent)
- Proven experience working across complex project types, ideally within high-tech or science-led environments
- Confident leadership of multi-disciplinary design teams and coordination across A&E functions
- Fluency in AutoCAD and Revit; experience with SketchUp/Rhino, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Suite is beneficial
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation abilities, with a polished client-facing approach
- A self-driven, dependable professional who upholds high standards of quality, safety, and ethics
- Someone comfortable managing both conceptual design responsibility and operational project tasks
- UK right to work (sponsorship is not available)
- Willingness to work from the Warrington office
Benefits
- Competitive salary package, aligned with experience
- Strong long-term career prospects within a growing regional studio
- Hybrid working options to support work–life balance