Architect Associate Director

Pragmauk; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm is seeking an Architectural Associate Director to manage innovative projects in the UK and globally. The role involves leading a team, driving client relationships, and ensuring design excellence across various projects. Ideal candidates will have experience in aviation projects and familiarity with UK construction regulations. A competitive salary, agile working options, and opportunities for growth within a collaborative environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Agile working arrangement

23 days of annual leave

Private medical/life insurance

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams across large-scale international and UK projects.
• Strong understanding of aviation projects and UK construction regulations.
• Ability to develop high-quality presentation materials.

Responsibilities

• Manage team across international projects to deliver design excellence.
• Oversee project processes and maintain involvement throughout.
• Lead project meetings and maintain relationships with clients.

Skills

Team leadership

Client management

Decision-making

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Revit

Education

Degree in related design field

Professional registration (preferred)

Job description

Are you a dynamic Architectural Associate Director with an innovative portfolio to match? Are you looking to gain experience across a range of UK and global projects?

TheAssociate Director leadsand inspirestheir teamto ensurethat innovative andthought-provoking international and UK projects achieve high-quality design standards and are delivered on time and on budget. They operate autonomously, requiring only minimal supervision from the Senior Associate/Director and are responsible for supporting junior colleagues to achievetheir full potential. Not only do they support the delivery of corporate-level business development strategies, but they actively support the development of leads and generation of new business across existing and future sectors and markets.

What we’re looking for:

• Has experience of successfully leading and managing a team across large-scale international and UK projects through all RIBA stages
• Experience in aviation projects is essential
• Experience working with UK and international construction regulations
• Understanding of construction techniques
• Demonstrate the ability to develop high quality presentation material and present progress and proposals
• Has a proactive approach to client management, with a proven track record of engaging potential clients and partners
• Commercially astute, demonstrated through effective decision-making, project resourcing and management
• Strong organisational and people management skills, encouraging collaboration and innovation within the teams to maximise performance
• Possesses proficiency with computer applications commonly used within the individual’s discipline
• Good level of Knowledge in Revit
• Degree in related design field or equivalent certification or skill level
• Professional registration or equivalent is preferred

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Agile working with the option of three days in the studio and two working from home
• Opportunities to learn and grow within a fast‑paced, global company
• A fun, inclusive and collaborative studio environment with an active calendar of social activities
• 23 days annual leave with the option to buy more
• A range of benefits, including private medical/life insurance and pension

If this role interests you, read on for details about the role's responsibilities.

Project Management

• Manage their team across international projects to deliver design and technical excellence that meet high quality standards
• Plans, coordinates and manages the project process, maintaining involvement throughout
• Liaises with Senior Associate/Director to ensure that innovative and thought‑provoking projects are delivered consistently
• Leads project meetings and some client presentations, increasingly acting as the primary contact for client interaction and maintaining good relationships with clients to maximise opportunities for repeat business

Leadership

• Role models Benoy’s values and fosters a collaborative environment in which innovation is encouraged and best practice shared
• Leads, guides and provides training to junior talent, providing timely feedback that contributes to their continuing creative, technical and professional development
• Initiates or participates in studio or group activities, leads brainstorming sessions and manages conflicts effectively

Client Relationships

• Leads project meetings and some client presentations, increasingly acting as the primary contact for client interaction and maintaining good relationships with clients to maximise opportunities for repeat business
• Engages with colleagues to support the development of new business, enhancing internal and external communication via functions, events, forums and publications
• Assists in the preparation of fee bids and undertakes fee proposals and fee negotiations for projects

Budget Control

• Demonstrates a sound understanding of cost control, fee charging and project finance, and ensures project fees are maximised; project targets are achieved through sensible management of time and allocated resource