Team Leader: Senior Architect – Education Sector Altrincham

Pozzoni Group; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architecture firm based in Altrincham is seeking an experienced Team Leader: Senior Architect to manage design and project delivery across all RIBA stages. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in education projects, exceptional client management skills, and a strong background in business development. This role offers enhanced benefits including flexible working options and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

31 days holiday (including bank holidays), rising to 33

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave

Volunteering days

Subsidised fitness classes

Retail/travel discounts

Your birthday off

ARB membership fees covered

Qualifications

• 10 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Proven track record in education design and delivery.
• Excellent client-facing communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and project delivery across all RIBA stages.
• Manage and collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to developing new business opportunities within the education sector.

Skills

Client management skills

Business development aptitude

Revit

AutoCAD

Knowledge of DfE standards

Multi-project management

Job description

Location: Altrincham

Following recent education project wins, we’re expanding and seeking an experienced Team Leader: Senior Architect to join the team. Our education team is highly regarded for designing exceptional learning environments across primary, secondary, further, and higher education and are specialists in Special Educational Needs design. This is an opportunity for someone with a strong background in education projects, excellent client management skills, and an aptitude for business development. You’ll work closely with the Education Director, lead project teams, and play a key role in shaping Pozzoni’s growing portfolio.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead design and project delivery across all RIBA stages.
• Manage and collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Ensure programme milestones are met with confidence and clarity.
• Contribute to developing new business opportunities within the education sector.
• 10 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Proven track record in education design and delivery.
• Strong knowledge of DfE standards and contractor frameworks.
• Excellent Revit and AutoCAD skills.
• Confident in client-facing roles and leading meetings.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and teams effectively.
• Early finish and work-from-home every Friday.
• Central location with free parking and great transport links.
• Supportive, close-knit team environment.
• Comprehensive CPD programme and in-house seminars.
• ARB membership fees covered.
• 31 days holiday (including bank holidays), rising to 33.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave, option to buy extra holidays, volunteering days, subsidised fitness classes, retail/travel discounts, and your birthday off!

About Us

Pozzoni creates bespoke, thoughtful architecture that makes a positive impact on society. With studios in Altrincham and Brighton, we work across education, commercial, healthcare, leisure, and living sectors, delivering a uniquely personalised service for every client.

Our culture is built on inclusivity, creativity, and empowerment, underpinned by our four guiding principles: Purpose, Passion, People, and Principles.