374 Senior Architect jobs in Ireland

The Vacancy
Smith + Kennedy Architects
part of
RSK Group
is a long established architectural practice based in Dublin since the early 1960's. The current firm is entirely dedicated to the provision of Architectural services with emphasis on high quality contemporary design and professional service. We believe in marrying good design with rigorous cost and quality controls.

A medium sized firm, we have a committed and talented team with a broad range of abilities who have a proven track record. We are experienced in leading multi-disciplined teams in complex design projects and in working closely with client bodies

We are now hiring for an experienced
Architect
to join the team in our attractive offices in
Dun Laoghaire, Dublin.
Key Responsibilities:

• Be part of a team taking projects from planning through to on-site delivery
• Attend Design Team meetings and Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and clients
• Prepare planning permission packages, presentations, tender packages including technical drawings and specifications
• Ensure compliance with Irish Building Regulations
• Attend site meetings and assist in the project delivery

Person Specification:

• Degree in Architecture or equivalent
• A minimum of five years' post-graduation experience, preferably across all project work stages in Ireland or UK
• Part 3 registration is valuable but not essential.
• Excellent design and presentation skills, with a portfolio demonstrating diverse project experience and technical capability.
• A good understanding of Irish planning procedures, BCAR, building regulations and construction technology.
• Strong technical design skills and knowledge
• Solid working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and MS Office
• Confident verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent team working skills and a positive, pro-active attitude
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Experience in housing, education, industrial and commercial sectors desirable

Salary & Benefits:

• €50,000 to €65,000 depending on experience
• Pension contributions, annual bonus, flexible working.
• A diverse, friendly, medium size, expanding office where you will be part of a supportive team, and get to work closely with senior colleagues.
• Exposure to an interesting and varied portfolio of work and exciting projects in the pipeline.
• Career progression opportunities within the studio.
• Attractive office location in Dun Laoghaire.

About Us
Smith + Kennedy Architects is a long-established and respected architectural practice based in Dublin, Ireland. Established in the early 1960's, our firm has grown exponentially and adapted to ever-changing industry to produce high-quality, modern, cost-effective and sustainable designs. We are a pure architectural specialist company offering contemporary design and professional service.

The main office is in Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin, but the team can execute work in Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Brazil. The talented team of 20 is experienced in leading multidisciplinary teams on complex design projects and works closely with client bodies. The firm has recently won awards for affordable housing in Dublin, the Waterways House Office Building, also Dublin, and the Ice House Hotel in Ballina, Co. Mayo. Key clients include Esprit Investments and O Cualann Cohousing.

Smith + Kennedy Architects is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?

Architect / Fire Engineer

Due to high demand, a vacancy has arisen for a full-time Architect/Engineer with Fire Engineering expertise to provide fire strategy compliance input to country-wide projects for which our firm provide fire engineering services, to join our team based in County Cork

Fire Strategy compliance input is required at all stages of project realisation - including feasibility studies, long-range planning studies, permitting and full design services including programming, design development, construction documents, and services during construction for design/bid/build and design/build projects.

The successful candidate will be a conscientious, self-motivated professional with strong communication skills. They will exhibit a passion and desire to apply their technical experience and knowledge in a team environment on technically challenging and professionally rewarding projects. Our team is seeking a person who understands the importance of meeting their targeted commitments while being flexible to the ever-changing and fast paced environment of our clients' sites and willing to develop within a dynamic

Key responsibilities:

• Developing fire strategies for a wide range of projects, using the relevant code recommendations such as TGD Part B & M, BS999, BS 5588 as well as pertinent FM and NFPA standards.
• Preparation and lodgement of Fire Safety Certificates and Disabled Access Certificate applications via the Building Control Management System (BCMS).
• Provide internal FSC and DAC consultancy service for design and contract administration teams on building regulation matters.
• Lead fire strategy discussions with design team, client representatives, building control and fire service.
• Understand and Implementation of Insurer requirements with regards to reduction in property damage and business interruption risk.
• Support BCAR Compliance and preparation of fire inspection reports during construction.
• Supervise and train graduates on fire engineering principles and practises.
• Perform quality review checks for deliverables.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments and vendor bid evaluations.
• Assist in the generation of proposals, scopes, schedules and budgets for projects.
• Develop designer effort-hour estimates for Architectural/Permitting discipline.
• Display strong communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment with multiple deadlines.
• Proactive Architect with experience in all stages of project delivery (schematic design, site master planning, design development, construction
• An understanding of local permitting legislation, building regulations, and health and safety legislation

Here's what you'll need

• Qualified Architect/Architectural Technologist, 5+ years' experience, with fire safety & disabled access certification background.
• A postgraduate/bachelor's degree in fire engineering preferable.
• Strong understanding in fire safety engineering and a desire to develop their career further in this field.
• Familiar with relevant codes and standards: Part B & M, BS 999, BS 5588, etc.
• Proficient in Microsoft suite (Excel).
• Excellent English level - written and spoken,
• Knowledge of Architectural specific design standards and building regulations
• Ability to interact with engineering disciplines, clients, and vendors at all levels.
• Experience using REVIT and BIM desirable.
• Familiar with BCAR and BCMS.

Rhythm Careers is supporting a leading Dublin practice who is looking to welcome experienced Technical and Architectural Designers to their team. Joining a central Dublin studio of 70+ talented architects and designers, you will play a key role on
private and public sector projects
, including
commercial and higher education developments
, supporting technical drawings and construction stages.

The ideal candidates will have at least six years of post-qualification experience, strong design and technical drawing skills, and be confident managing projects from design through to delivery. You should have excellent communication and client liaison skills, experience with Public Works contracts, and be proficient in
Revit
with BIM experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a highly successful, award-winning practice, including
RIBA Gold medal recognition
, in a studio that values collaboration, creativity, and sustainability.

Your technical expertise and ideas will be genuinely valued as part of a supportive, ambitious team.

If this sounds like you, apply now

An award-winning architectural studio in Dublin is hiring a Registered Architect to join their growing, studio based design-led team.

With a strong pipeline of medium and large-scale residential, retail, mixed-use, leisure, and civic projects, this is a great opportunity to step into a key role and work alongside a talented team.

The ideal Architect will be
RIAI or RIBA Registered
with at least 5 years of post-graduation experience, including hands-on involvement in Irish planning and building regulations. You'll be involved across all stages of project development — from concept to construction.

Preferred skills & Experience:

• RIAI or RIBA registration (required)
• 5+ years' experience in architecture (some local experience essential)
• Strong design and technical development skills
• Proficiency in Revit / AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience with medium to large-scale residential, commercial or leisure projects
• Sound understanding of BCAR and building regulations
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Full eligibility to work in Ireland

Salary & benefits include:

• €55k–€70k DOE
• Generous holiday allowance
• Annual bonus
• Pension
• Flexible working arrangements
• Early finish every Friday
• Paid professional subscriptions

If you're a qualified Architect holding eligibility to work in Ireland, please send your CV and portfolio directly to
Deborah Byrne
for a confidential discussion.

If you enjoy working in a collaborative and multicultural environment and are looking to advance your career, we're looking for an experienced and enthusiastic architect to join our growing international practice, (a World Architecture 100 firm), in Dublin.

We encourage all our employees to work at the highest standards of professionalism whilst being self-reliant and showing independence of thought. In return, we'll provide you with the experience and education to progress your career:

Most of our projects pass rapidly from concept to completion, so you'll experience a wide range of job phases, including valuable site experience.

Each of our local offices are relatively small so you'll quickly feel part of a friendly, supportive team, and get to work closely with senior colleagues.

Our international network means you'll be given the opportunity to collaborate with Hyphen's offices across Europe and Latin America and work on interesting projects for world-leading clients.

In addition, our hybrid working approach means that you'll be able to work from home for up to two days each week with the remaining time in our Dublin office.

The role

As an architect at Hyphen, you'll typically be engaged on a major client account, working with a range of stakeholders (both in and outside the business), and managing a project team. Most of our projects are in the commercial sectors of data centres, logistics, offices, retail, and hospitality.

A large proportion of our work is based outside Ireland so travel opportunities are available for those wishing to experience working on projects somewhere new.

This role would suit recently qualified and experienced architects, architectural technologists, and interior designers.

Your skills and experience

A minimum of two years' experience, preferably across all project workstages in a relevant sector.

A good understanding of UK, US or EU permitting and construction.

Strong design skills and technical knowledge.

Solid working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD and MS Office.

Confident verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent team working skills and a positive, proactive attitude.

Great organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.

Fluent in written and spoken English (proficiency in one or more additional languages would also be advantageous).

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Hyphen welcomes applications from candidates who plan to move to Ireland from other countries in the near future. Before applying, however, you should verify that you have the immediate right to work in the EU.

If you feel that Hyphen is a place where you can contribute your best work, be proud of your achievements and see your career develop we'd love to hear from you.

Does this role suit you?

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Architect – Dublin, leading design practice
€45,000 - €55,000 

Hours: Full-time

Permanent

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Architect to join a progressive, award-winning studio in Dublin. This practice has a strong reputation across the UK & Ireland, delivering high-quality, design-led projects across a range of sectors. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading technical development, managing project delivery, and supporting design teams on a variety of exciting and high-profile schemes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the delivery of design information on time and within budget.
• Oversee technical development of projects across all stages.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with building regulations, planning applications, technical standards, and health & safety requirements.
• Provide leadership, coordination, and mentoring within the design team.
• Engage in site activities and inspections as required.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience (RIAI/RIBA/RIAS or equivalent).
• Strong cross-sector project experience across all RIBA stages.
• Proficient in Revit (preferred) and strong understanding of CAD/BIM workflows.
• Excellent communication skills (written & verbal).
• Strong technical knowledge including product specification, detailing, and construction technologies.
• Organised, detail-driven, and able to manage competing priorities.
• Leadership and project management capabilities.

For more information about this role, please get in touch with James at Service Care Solutions on or

About Your New Employer

You'll be joining a long-established architecture and design practice with studios in Ireland and the UK. With over three decades of experience, the team has delivered award-winning projects across residential, workplace, healthcare, education and leisure. They combine creative design thinking with strong technical expertise, ensuring projects are both imaginative and practical. From complex urban masterplans to carefully crafted interiors, every commission is approached with curiosity, collaboration and a commitment to quality.

About Your New Job

• As the architect, you will be mainly responsible for developing medium-scale projects from concept design stages through to completion and will manage projects from planning application stage to completion.
• You will ensure the technical design and pragmatic approach to your work and engage in site supervision and maintain good interpersonal skills and common sense in your role.
• You will also coordinate with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met and conduct site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance with design specifications.
• You will also provide technical guidance and support to junior team members.

What Skills You Need

• Must have relevant architecture qualifications.
• 3-5 years of post-qualification experience, preferably in Ireland and a proven track record of delivering medium-scale projects from planning application stage to completion.
• Relevant site supervision experience is necessary
• Excellent Revit skills with good working knowledge of AutoCAD & MS Office applications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary plus benefits.
• Hybrid working after probation.
• Ongoing professional development with access to training, workshops, and conferences to support your career growth and opportunities for progression within the firm.
• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of exciting, high-profile projects across residential, commercial, and public sectors, including iconic buildings in Dublin.

What's Next

Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button or call me, Thomas Hyland on , Or email your CV -

If the job isn't quite right but you are looking for something similar, please get in touch. We also have multiple Temp, FTC and Contract jobs available.

Sean Dockry & Associates are seeking an architect (RIAI part III or equivalent) to work on a variety of residential, commercial and educational projects.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: €35,000.00-€45,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Architect