Architecture Recruitment

JustEng Recruitment places architects and architectural staff at every level with UK practices, developers and design and build contractors. Our consultants understand portfolios, sector experience and the software skills practices actually need.

Architecture Roles We Place

• Project Architect and Senior Architect
• Associate and Associate Director
• Part 2 Architectural Assistants
• Technical Architects and Delivery Leads
• Design Directors

Sectors We Cover

• Residential and build to rent
• Commercial and mixed use
• Hospitality and leisure
• Conservation and heritage
• Healthcare and education

The UK Architecture Market in 2026

Demand for delivery focused architects remains strong across housing, build to rent and hospitality. Building Safety Act gateway approvals have increased the value of architects with strong technical delivery and regulation experience, while retrofit and repositioning projects are a growing share of workload in London and the major regional cities. See our Architecture Salary Guide for current benchmarks.

Architecture Recruitment FAQs

What qualifications do architects need in the UK?

Most roles require ARB registration, with RIBA chartership valued by employers. Part 2 assistants working towards Part 3 are in steady demand across delivery focused practices.

How much do architects earn in the UK?

Project architects typically earn 38,000 to 50,000 pounds, senior architects 45,000 to 60,000 pounds, and associates 55,000 to 75,000 pounds, with directors beyond that. Our architecture salary guide has the full breakdown.

Why use a specialist architecture recruiter?

Practices hire on portfolio, sector fit and software skills as much as experience. We shortlist on all four, which saves hiring managers interview time and gets candidates in front of the right studios.