Associate Director – Architects

• Proven track record of successfully leading large, complex projects and teams, particularly in an Architectural consulting capacity.
• Strong vision and enthusiasm for driving the growth and impact of the Architectural unit in alignment with the organization’s strategic objectives.
  

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary team specializing in Architecture
• Set and drive the strategic goals of the unit, aligning with broader organizational objectives.
• Provide vision and direction for resource management, succession planning, and staff development to build a resilient and agile team capable of addressing future needs.
• Establish and maintain an environment of collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
  

• Oversee planning and delivery of projects from initial concept through to completion, ensuring adherence to time, quality, and budgetary standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to set project parameters and objectives, maintaining a strong client focus.
• Review and optimize workflows, driving efficiencies and ensuring best practices in project management are upheld.
• Ensure accountability within project delivery, optimizing resources and budgets to meet or exceed financial and or delivery targets.
  

• Act as a thought leader in Architecture, with the ability to provide high-level technical oversight and direction.
• Leverage technical expertise to support and guide the team in overcoming complex challenges related to Architecture, ensuring quality and innovative solutions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, legislation, and emerging trends in Architecture.
  

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior point of contact for clients and stakeholders, translating complex Architecture insights into actionable recommendations.
• Present strategic updates, project progress, and analytical insights to senior leadership, the UK team, and other stakeholders.
• Foster alignment of unit objectives with organisational goals and key performance indicators, contributing to broader business development efforts.
  

Key Competencies / Skills

• In-depth knowledge of Architectural design and development consulting for UK-based Architectural projects.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, standards, and best practices within the UK Architecture framework.
• Proficiency in relevant software, tools, and project management methodologies, with a focus on innovation in infrastructure design and consulting.
  

• Demonstrated experience in leading and developing multidisciplinary teams with a focus on strategic growth and cross-team collaboration.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and organisational abilities.
• Proficiency in managing budgets, project timelines, and resource allocation.
  

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of Architectural design and development consulting for UK-based Architectural projects.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, standards, and best practices within the UK Architecture framework.
• Proficiency in relevant software, tools, and project management methodologies, with a focus on innovation in infrastructure design and consulting.