Speculative Application – Senior Architect (Hotel & Hospitality)
Bring creative leadership to hotel projects where heritage, luxury and technical precision converge.
Who We Are
Architecture Social is a specialist recruitment partner and professional community built for architects and designers. We work with studios celebrated for crafting immersive hospitality experiences — from landmark hotel refurbishments and boutique retreats to large-scale resort developments. These practices trust us to identify Senior Architects who combine design authority with confident technical delivery, particularly in heritage and conservation contexts.
What our clients typically ask for
ARB-registered Architect with 5+ years post-Part III experience, including leadership on hotel or high-end hospitality projects
Strong track record delivering projects through RIBA Stages 3–7, particularly complex refurbishments
Proficiency in Revit with excellent technical delivery and BIM coordination capabilities
Expertise in heritage contexts — listed building consent, conservation methods and traditional construction techniques
Ability to manage consultant teams, hotel operators and specialist contractors
Leadership qualities — mentoring junior architects, shaping design direction and maintaining quality through construction
If your career demonstrates design leadership in hospitality architecture, we want to hear from you.
Why Register With Architecture Social
Early access to opportunities: many hospitality studios brief us before senior roles reach the open market
Studio alignment: we match your sector expertise, leadership style and career ambitions before making introductions
Confidential support: salary benchmarking, portfolio feedback and a respectful process that keeps you in control
Community benefits: join peer forums, attend skill-building webinars and tap into practical career tools on the Architecture Social platform
How to Apply
If a live vacancy suits you, apply through the listing and we will champion your application. If nothing fits right now, submit a speculative application here. Your profile joins our senior hospitality architect talent pool, and we will contact you as soon as the ideal opportunity appears.
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