Project Architect

Welcome to PureGym, the No.1 gym operator in the UK and the 4th largest gym operator worldwide . With over 700 gyms and more than 2 million members across the UK, Europe, and the US, we are proud to be the gym where Everybody is Welcome . We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels free to be .

Recognized as a Top Institute Employer , we prioritize excellence in employee experience and workplace culture. Here’s what we offer:

• Free nationwide gym membership for you + 1
• Hybrid working options
• A truly flexible working culture
• Personal private healthcare, including digital GP access
• Life insurance at 4x your salary
• Company pension contributions
• 25 days of annual leave, plus 1 personal day
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional holiday days
• Access to great learning & development resources
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Location: Hybrid - Leeds

Type: Full Time
Contract type: Permanent

Application close date: 27th March 2026

As part of our dynamic Property Development Team, you will play a crucial role in our architectural function. With our brand expanding rapidly, we are on a mission to deliver high-quality, affordable fitness that is accessible to everyone.

As a Project Architect , you will take full ownership of the architectural design for all assigned property development projects, whether they involve new sites or refurbishments. You will also contribute to fostering a culture of best practices and continuous improvement within the Development department.

• Lead the architectural delivery of new site acquisitions and refurbishment projects from feasibility through design to completion and handover.
• Evaluate high-level feasibility for new sites and identify optimal refurbishment opportunities across our existing estate.
• Provide technical evaluations and insights for each site, ensuring all architectural and design requirements are met.
• Ensure approved designs adhere to brand format requirements and standards.
• Offer specialist technical input regarding building control, fire regulations, and technical standards.
• Create all necessary architectural documentation to obtain required building approvals and consents.
• Contribute to decision-making at key stages in the property development process.
• Proactively improve gym formats and standards.
• Support and encourage peers to achieve team goals while fostering a positive environment.
• Act as an ambassador for PureGym, positively representing the Development function both internally and externally.

• Qualified Architect with recognized certification and credentials.
• Experience in designing and delivering multi-site property developments at scale.
• Background in customer-facing industries such as leisure, retail, or hospitality is a plus.
• A proactive problem-solver who can make critical decisions under pressure.
• Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
• Technically competent and solution-focused, with the ability to prioritize and escalate issues effectively.
• Excellent communicator, capable of conveying complex messages simply and engagingly.
• Commercially astute, evaluating investment decisions while balancing member brand expectations.
• Member-focused, always striving to enhance the experience for all.
• Process-oriented, with a knack for identifying and eliminating waste through lean thinking.
• Able to collaborate cross-functionally to achieve the best outcomes for members and PureGym.
• A passion for fitness and leisure is a bonus!
• Willingness to travel as required.

At PureGym, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our mantra is ‘Everybody Welcome,’ and we are dedicated to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to ensuring our team reflects the diversity of our nation and the millions of gym members we serve.

Be part of our mission to bring high-quality, affordable fitness to everyone, everywhere.

Note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the advert may be withdrawn at any time. Early application is encouraged.