We’re working with a leading international architecture practice seeking an Associate Director to join their London studio.
They are seeking an experienced Architect looking to step into a key leadership position, taking ownership of a major retail client account while leading the delivery of large-scale projects across the UK.
The role combines project leadership, client management, team development, and digital delivery, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both the technical and commercial aspects of practice.
The Rol
- eManage a major retail client account and build long-term client relationshi
- psLead multidisciplinary projects through all RIBA stag
- esTake responsibility for project delivery, programmes, fees, profitability, and team performan
- ceOversee BIM-led project delivery and technical coordinati
- onWork closely with the Digital Lead to improve workflows, automation, and AI-driven efficienci
- esManage and mentor architectural tea
- msCoordinate consultants and sub-consultants across complex projec
- tsContribute to studio growth, resource planning, and operational performan
ceAbout
- YouQualified Architect with experience at senior or Associate l
- evelStrong project-running and delivery experi
- enceExcellent client-facing and stakeholder management sk
- illsAdvanced Revit and BIM exper
- tiseExperience managing teams and mentoring s
- taffStrong technical, organisational, and commercial aware
- nessComfortable working within a fast-paced delivery-focused environ
mentExperience delivering big-box retail projects would be highly beneficial, but is not essen
tial.We are also keen to speak with candidates from industrial, logistics, warehouse, data centre, commercial, or other large-scale project se
ctors.B
enefits✅ £70,000 – £75,00
0 salary✅ 29 days annual leave including Christmas
shutdown✅ 5% matched pension cont
ribution✅ Life assurance (up to 4x
salary)✅ Hybrid
working✅ Opportunity to lead a major client
account✅ Clear progression within a growing international
practice…