Architect Associate Director in London

Are you a dynamic designer with an innovative portfolio to match? Are you experienced in International Projects? The Associate Director leads and inspires their team to ensure that innovative and thought-provoking international 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 achieve their 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 projects.
• 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.
• Working knowledge of Revit.
• Degree in a 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:

• Manages 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.