Architect at IFDO

Written By Sarah Castle

IFDO is looking for an ARB-registered Architect with up to three years’ post-Part 3 experience to join our London studio. 

IFDO is an award-winning architecture practice based in London. We create buildings that have a positive impact on users, the environment and the wider community. Our work spans residential, community, education and civic infrastructure projects, including both new-build and the adaptive reuse of existing structures. We are known for a collaborative, rigorous approach — developing projects from early concept through technical delivery and construction with equal emphasis on design quality and long-term social value. 

This is a full-time role for a motivated, design-focused architect who is capable of running projects independently, while also contributing as part of a wider team on larger and more complex schemes. You will work across all RIBA stages, coordinate with consultant teams and help deliver projects from concept through to completion. 

  

Key Responsibilities 

  • Run smaller projects with appropriate oversight 

  • Contribute to larger projects as part of a team 

  • Develop design concepts through to detailed technical delivery 

  • Prepare statutory applications and production information 

  • Coordinate consultants and wider design teams 

  • Attend site and support contract administration (JCT experience preferred) 

  • Communicate clearly with clients, consultants and contractors 

Required Skills & Experience 

  • RIBA Part 3 qualification and ARB registered 

  • 0–3 years’ post-Part 3 experience in the UK 

  • Experience across all RIBA stages 

  • Strong design, detailing and visual communication skills 

  • Experience of UK Building Regulations and procurement processes 

  • Stage 4–5 delivery experience 

  • Contract administration under JCT (preferred) 

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

  • Proficiency in Vectorworks (essential) 

  • Working knowledge of SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, Enscape and NBS 

  • Confident using Microsoft 365 

  • AI literate and interested in integrating emerging tools into practice 

Studio Culture & Benefits 

We foster a friendly, inclusive and design-driven studio environment. We support professional development and advocate a healthy work/life balance. Our offer includes: 

  • Competitive salary (benchmarked annually against RIBA and industry standards) 

  • Pension scheme 

  • 33 days annual leave 

  • Hybrid working (3 days in studio; optional WFH Mondays and Fridays) 

  • Flexible start and finish times 

  • TOIL policy 

  • Investment in training and development  

  • CPDs and internal talks 

  • Monthly team lunches, social events and summer trip 

  • Studio shutdown over Christmas 

  • Summer working hours 

IF DO is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive studio. 

  

How to Apply 

Please submit your application by email to jobs@ifdo.co 

Email subject: ‘Application – Architect’ 

Please include: 

  • A brief cover letter/email outlining  

    • Your interest in IF DO 

    • Your earliest start date (we are looking for someone with immediate availability)

    • Confirmation of your Right to Work in the UK (we do not offer visa sponsorship) 

    • Confirmation of completion of our diversity monitoring form 

  • CV 

  • Sample portfolio (PDF, max 10MB) 

 

Deadline for applications: Sunday 8th March 2026 

Due to the volume of applications, we will contact only those selected for interview. 

  

www.ifdo.co 

Sarah Castle
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