Lead Architect

Job Title: Architectural Studio Lead
Location: Southampton
Salary: Circa £60,000
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Job Ref: 40756

About Them?
I am working with a leading multidisciplinary built environment firm with offices globally to appoint their next studio lead in Southampton. Combining technical expertise, technology, and strategic insight, it partners with clients to solve complex challenges and create sustainable, long-term value. With a multidisciplinary team of consultants, designers, engineers, and project professionals, the firm is committed to delivering excellence, improving communities, and helping shape a better future for people and the planet.

About The Role?
Inn this role, you would be responsible for overseeing the operational and commercial performance of the studio, including team leadership, workforce planning, resource coordination, and budget management. You will be providing strategic direction and leadership on complex projects and growth initiatives. A key focus is driving business growth through client engagement, spotting growth opportunities and overseeing effective bids and tenders across the South-West region. Working closely with colleagues and stakeholders, the successful candidate will lead the development of compelling design concepts, secure new commissions, and ensure the successful delivery of projects. Additionally, they will play an active role in expanding the project pipeline across local government, education, commercial, and related sectors, supporting both single-discipline and integrated multidisciplinary opportunities.

About You?
I am looking for an ARB Registered Senior Architect who has experience leading teams and delivering complex projects nationally. The ideal candidate will combine strong design and technical skills with the ability to lead projects through all stages of delivery. I am looking for people with a proven track record in bid and tender preparation, alongside the confidence to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders, is essential.

This role will require applicants to have access to their own car with a clean UK driving license in order to deliver projects across the South West and meet national teams. Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD is also a requirement. Due to the nature of the projects, I am also looking for applicants who would be able to pass security clearance delivered by the UKSV.

If you're a Head of Architecture in your current firm, hungry for something more then please do reach out, I'd be keen to talk. Send me your CV and portfolio and we can look to get a call booked in to go through the info
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed