Senior Architect - Education Lead
Posted on May 28, 2026 by CV-Library
Brighton, East Sussex, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£55k - £65k Annual
Full-Time
Conrad Consulting have partnered with our longstanding clients for a Senior level hire to join their Sussex based practice taking a lead on projects within the Education sector
This role will be suitable for an Architect with 5 + years experience working on Education projects – preferably within the DfE framework, to join their expanding practice in the heart of Brighton. Being a key part of client and end user engagement across multiple Education Schemes
The role will naturally develop into a Regional lead position over a period of time or should you have the right experience to undertake that level of responsibility already then you be able to slot into a ready made lead role
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design and delivery of large-scale education schemes
Produce high-quality technical and design outputs across all RIBA stages
Build and maintain strong client relationships through confident communication and presentation skills
Collaborate effectively with consultants, contractors and wider project teams
Lead, Mentor and support junior architects and technicians
Contribute to design innovation, technical excellence and best practice within the team
Stay up to date with industry legislation, standards and emerging technologies
Help support the strategic growth and development of the industrial and manufacturing sector team
Requirements
ARB/RIBA qualified Architect
Minimum 5+ years’ post-qualification experience within Education projects
Proven track record delivering complex Education schemes – Preferably within DFE framework
Strong front end design skills
Excellent Revit skills with working knowledge of AutoCAD and BIM Level 2
Experience across other sectors would also be beneficial
Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
Passion for sustainable and innovative design solutions
What’s on Offer
Salary: Circa £60,000 – Salary can be higher should you be more experienced
Hybrid/agile working arrangements
Compressed working week
Generous benefits package
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the countries established practices, taking a step into a lead position working on projects that will have a great impact on communities and contribute to the education sector across the South.
If you are interested please reach out to Jimmy Penrose at Conrad Consulting or click to apply now
This role will be suitable for an Architect with 5 + years experience working on Education projects – preferably within the DfE framework, to join their expanding practice in the heart of Brighton. Being a key part of client and end user engagement across multiple Education Schemes
The role will naturally develop into a Regional lead position over a period of time or should you have the right experience to undertake that level of responsibility already then you be able to slot into a ready made lead role
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design and delivery of large-scale education schemes
Produce high-quality technical and design outputs across all RIBA stages
Build and maintain strong client relationships through confident communication and presentation skills
Collaborate effectively with consultants, contractors and wider project teams
Lead, Mentor and support junior architects and technicians
Contribute to design innovation, technical excellence and best practice within the team
Stay up to date with industry legislation, standards and emerging technologies
Help support the strategic growth and development of the industrial and manufacturing sector team
Requirements
ARB/RIBA qualified Architect
Minimum 5+ years’ post-qualification experience within Education projects
Proven track record delivering complex Education schemes – Preferably within DFE framework
Strong front end design skills
Excellent Revit skills with working knowledge of AutoCAD and BIM Level 2
Experience across other sectors would also be beneficial
Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
Passion for sustainable and innovative design solutions
What’s on Offer
Salary: Circa £60,000 – Salary can be higher should you be more experienced
Hybrid/agile working arrangements
Compressed working week
Generous benefits package
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the countries established practices, taking a step into a lead position working on projects that will have a great impact on communities and contribute to the education sector across the South.
If you are interested please reach out to Jimmy Penrose at Conrad Consulting or click to apply now
Reference: 225168379
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Senior Architect - Education Lead
Posted on May 28, 2026 by CV-Library
Brighton, East Sussex, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£55k - £65k Annual
Full-Time
Conrad Consulting have partnered with our longstanding clients for a Senior level hire to join their Sussex based practice taking a lead on projects within the Education sector
This role will be suitable for an Architect with 5 + years experience working on Education projects – preferably within the DfE framework, to join their expanding practice in the heart of Brighton. Being a key part of client and end user engagement across multiple Education Schemes
The role will naturally develop into a Regional lead position over a period of time or should you have the right experience to undertake that level of responsibility already then you be able to slot into a ready made lead role
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design and delivery of large-scale education schemes
Produce high-quality technical and design outputs across all RIBA stages
Build and maintain strong client relationships through confident communication and presentation skills
Collaborate effectively with consultants, contractors and wider project teams
Lead, Mentor and support junior architects and technicians
Contribute to design innovation, technical excellence and best practice within the team
Stay up to date with industry legislation, standards and emerging technologies
Help support the strategic growth and development of the industrial and manufacturing sector team
Requirements
ARB/RIBA qualified Architect
Minimum 5+ years’ post-qualification experience within Education projects
Proven track record delivering complex Education schemes – Preferably within DFE framework
Strong front end design skills
Excellent Revit skills with working knowledge of AutoCAD and BIM Level 2
Experience across other sectors would also be beneficial
Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
Passion for sustainable and innovative design solutions
What’s on Offer
Salary: Circa £60,000 – Salary can be higher should you be more experienced
Hybrid/agile working arrangements
Compressed working week
Generous benefits package
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the countries established practices, taking a step into a lead position working on projects that will have a great impact on communities and contribute to the education sector across the South.
If you are interested please reach out to Jimmy Penrose at Conrad Consulting or click to apply now
This role will be suitable for an Architect with 5 + years experience working on Education projects – preferably within the DfE framework, to join their expanding practice in the heart of Brighton. Being a key part of client and end user engagement across multiple Education Schemes
The role will naturally develop into a Regional lead position over a period of time or should you have the right experience to undertake that level of responsibility already then you be able to slot into a ready made lead role
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design and delivery of large-scale education schemes
Produce high-quality technical and design outputs across all RIBA stages
Build and maintain strong client relationships through confident communication and presentation skills
Collaborate effectively with consultants, contractors and wider project teams
Lead, Mentor and support junior architects and technicians
Contribute to design innovation, technical excellence and best practice within the team
Stay up to date with industry legislation, standards and emerging technologies
Help support the strategic growth and development of the industrial and manufacturing sector team
Requirements
ARB/RIBA qualified Architect
Minimum 5+ years’ post-qualification experience within Education projects
Proven track record delivering complex Education schemes – Preferably within DFE framework
Strong front end design skills
Excellent Revit skills with working knowledge of AutoCAD and BIM Level 2
Experience across other sectors would also be beneficial
Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
Passion for sustainable and innovative design solutions
What’s on Offer
Salary: Circa £60,000 – Salary can be higher should you be more experienced
Hybrid/agile working arrangements
Compressed working week
Generous benefits package
This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the countries established practices, taking a step into a lead position working on projects that will have a great impact on communities and contribute to the education sector across the South.
If you are interested please reach out to Jimmy Penrose at Conrad Consulting or click to apply now
Reference: 225168379
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