Project Director, Design Operations (Maternity Cover)

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

Job summary

A creative design studio in London is seeking a Project Director to oversee the delivery of design projects. This role involves extensive collaboration with design teams and managing relationships with clients, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget. The ideal candidate has significant experience in architectural design and project management, is an effective communicator, and can lead teams while balancing detail and strategic oversight. This is a fixed-term maternity cover role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing architecture, interior, and/or spatial design projects.
• Ability to track and drive project profitability.
• Experience in leading teams and fostering collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project planning and ensure project goals are met.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the Design Operations team.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project leadership skills

Understanding of architectural process and design project lifecycles

Financial and budget management

Confident communication

Leading multi-disciplinary teams

Job description

A creative design studio in London is seeking a Project Director to oversee the delivery of design projects. This role involves extensive collaboration with design teams and managing relationships with clients, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget. The ideal candidate has significant experience in architectural design and project management, is an effective communicator, and can lead teams while balancing detail and strategic oversight. This is a fixed-term maternity cover role.