Director (Architect)

ZipRecruiter; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural practice in Glasgow seeks a strategic Director to drive business growth and lead key projects. Candidates should be ARB-registered Architects with at least 10 years of experience, a track record in securing work in core sectors, and excellent leadership skills. This role offers a competitive salary, a collaborative environment, and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Opportunities for progression to Director-level

Competitive salary and benefits package

Access to professional development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Demonstrable track record in core sectors.
• Experience in leading bids and successful project delivery.
• Strong industry network.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development across sectors.
• Oversee high-quality bids and presentations.
• Manage and mentor team members.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure delivery excellence.

Skills

Business development initiatives

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Design leadership

Education

ARB-registered Architect

Job description

Job Description

Confero Recruitment Group are proud to be working with one of the UK’s leading architectural practices who specialise in the design of complex and technically demanding buildings. With a strong history and brand behind them, they are looking to make a strategic hire at Director level as they look to push the business on to the next level.

Their focus is on Defence, Health, Science, Higher Education and Research sectors — creating places that support discovery, wellbeing, learning, and resilience.

They are known for for their collaborative ethos, design excellence, and commitment to long-term client relationships.

They are now looking to grow their Glasgow studio, and are looking for a strategic and ambitious Director level candidate to help drive business development, lead key bids, and shape the future of the practice.

The Role

As a Director, you will play a central role in both winning and delivering significant projects within our core sectors. You will work closely with the fellow Directors and the Board to strengthen client relationships, secure new commissions, and lead teams on high-profile projects.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a client-facing environment, combines commercial insight with design leadership, and is ready to take the next step in their architectural career.

You will also play a key part in being the studio lead for Glasgow.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead business development initiatives across healthcare, science, higher education, and defence sectors
• Identify and pursue new project opportunities and strategic partnerships
• Oversee and contribute to high-quality bids and presentations
• Develop and nurture long-term client relationships
• Provide design and technical leadership across multiple project stages
• Manage and mentor team members, supporting professional growth and development
• Represent the business at industry events, conferences, and networking functions
• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants to ensure delivery excellence

About You

• ARB-registered Architect with a minimum of 10 years’ post-qualification experience
• Demonstrable track record of securing work across at least two of our core sectors
• Strong industry network and a deep understanding of public procurement processes
• Proven experience in leading bids and successful project delivery
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to think strategically and contribute to studio growth and direction
• Experience working on complex, high-value projects is desirable
• A passion for creating architecture that supports innovation, care, and learning

What We Offer

• A leadership role in a respected, design-led practice
• Opportunities for progression to Director-level
• And opportunities for shareholding in the not to distant future
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Access to professional development and industry events

If you're ready to make an impact in a leadership role at the heart of a purpose-driven practice, we’d love to hear from you.