Senior Rail Architect

About the role

A specialist architecture and landscape practice with a strong reputation in transport and infrastructure design is recruiting a Senior Rail Architect. The role leads the delivery of major rail and station projects across the UK, working across all RIBA stages from concept design through to construction and completion. It is a client-facing, delivery-focused position working closely with the leadership team on a busy, well-established project portfolio.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of rail and station projects across all RIBA stages
• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders
• Oversee technical documentation, BIM coordination and quality processes
• Manage contractual and commercial aspects of project delivery
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to design leadership
• Support business development, bids and client presentations

Required profile

• ARB-registered architect with at least 5 years' UK transport sector experience
• Proven experience delivering rail station projects, including remodelling and accessibility improvement schemes
• Strong understanding of rail design standards, approval processes and stakeholder coordination
• Experience leading project teams and managing consultant coordination
• Confident in client-facing roles and stakeholder engagement
• Construction and site experience, ideally working alongside contractors
• Proactive, hands-on approach with a genuine interest in transport and infrastructure design

Required skills

• Proficiency in Bentley OpenBuildings Designer and BIM environments
• Experience using MicroStation is advantageous; full training will be provided

What we offer

• Salary of £50,000 - £70,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working, 1 day per week from home
• Strong pipeline of major UK rail and infrastructure projects
• Collaborative and supportive studio environment
• Central London office location
• Opportunity to work on nationally significant transport schemes