Architectural Associate Director — Lead Studio (Hybrid)

Tradeline Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradeline Recruitment Ltd is assisting an established national architectural practice in Birmingham to appoint an Associate Director (Architecture). The new studio offers autonomy to shape strategy, client relationships and project portfolios from the outset.

The role focuses on business development and project delivery across Education, Restoration & Heritage, Residential and Commercial sectors, with a clear path to progression to Partner for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Currently operate at a senior level.
• Have at least 5 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Have led multiple projects across a range of types and sizes.
• Have recent experience of working within the UK.
• Possess good design skills with a track record of project success.
• Be ambitious and keen to hold a strategic position within the business.
• Have a good understanding of BIM and Revit.
• Demonstrate experience of managing a team and working as part of a larger group.
• Show exceptional attention to detail.
• Evidence exemplary customer service.

Responsibilities

• Business Development
• Project Delivery
• Lead high‑quality projects
• Mentor developing team members
• Harness culture and identity of the Birmingham studio
• Represent the employer within the regional property and construction community

Skills

Senior leadership

PQE 5+ years

Lead multiple projects

UK experience

Strong design skills

Ambitious strategic leader

BIM

Revit

Team management

Attention to detail

Exemplary customer service

Tools

Revit

BIM software

Job description

Tradeline Recruitment Ltd is assisting an established national architectural practice in Birmingham to appoint an Associate Director (Architecture). The new studio offers autonomy to shape strategy, client relationships and project portfolios from the outset.

The role focuses on business development and project delivery across Education, Restoration & Heritage, Residential and Commercial sectors, with a clear path to progression to Partner for the right candidate.