Healthcare Lead- CIAT/ ARB (UK wide) Full Time NEW

Penguin Recruitment

Job Title: Healthcare Lead (Architect OR Architectural Technician/ Technologist)

Location: UK Wide

Salary: 55-65,000 DOE

About the company:

A well-established, design-led consultancy is seeking an experienced Healthcare Lead to join its growing team. This role offers the opportunity to take a strategic and client-facing position within a collaborative and people-focused environment. The successful candidate will lead the delivery and development of healthcare projects across primary, secondary, and acute care sectors, working closely with clients and internal teams to drive quality and innovation. The practice places a strong emphasis on culture, flexibility, and long-term career development, offering a supportive environment where individuals are trusted, empowered, and encouraged to grow. While a Midlands base is preferred, candidates across the UK will be considered- particularly those with a strong business development focus who can help expand workstreams in other regions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary in the region of 50-60,000
• 25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Discretionary annual bonus paid at Christmas
• Life Assurance Scheme- 4x salary
• Generous maternity and paternity policy
• Company mobile phone provided for senior staff
• Ongoing training and professional development support
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Daily Duties

• Lead the design and delivery of healthcare projects across all RIBA stages
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and consultant teams
• Manage project teams to ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to high design standards
• Drive and support business development activities, including winning new work
• Oversee BIM/Revit coordination and project outputs
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and technical guidance to junior team members
• Ensure all designs meet healthcare regulations and best practice standards

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Qualified Architect, Architectural Technologist, or Technician (ARB/ CIAT)
• Minimum of 5-10 years’ experience working exclusively within the healthcare sector
• Strong background across primary, secondary, and acute care projects
• Proven experience in a client-facing and leadership role
• Proficiency in Revit/BIM is highly desirable
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Commercial awareness, with an interest or experience in business development
• Flexible in location, with willingness to travel or contribute to regional growth

To apply, please contact KAZ on (phone number removed) OR alternatively, send your updated CV and Portfolio across to (url removed) I hope to hear from you soon!