Project Director, Design Operations (Maternity Cover)

AKQA; City of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A design studio in London is seeking a highly motivated Project Director for a maternity cover role. You will manage design projects, lead teams, and ensure successful delivery while maintaining client relationships. The ideal candidate has strong project leadership skills and experience in architectural design processes. This position offers a fixed-term contract with the opportunity for involvement in exciting UK and international projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing architecture, interior, and/or spatial design projects.
• Ability to track and drive project profitability.
• Confident communicator who presents complex information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project planning, defining scope and managing timelines.
• Collaborate with design leads to ensure project goals are met.
• Act as the primary contact for clients, managing relationships and communications.

Skills

Project leadership skills

Understanding of architectural process

Financial and budget management

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Job description

A design studio in London is seeking a highly motivated Project Director for a maternity cover role. You will manage design projects, lead teams, and ensure successful delivery while maintaining client relationships. The ideal candidate has strong project leadership skills and experience in architectural design processes. This position offers a fixed-term contract with the opportunity for involvement in exciting UK and international projects.