Project Director - Design Studio (12-Month Cover)

AKQA Media; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design studio is seeking a highly motivated Project Director to oversee and manage the successful delivery of design projects in a hybrid working environment. The role involves collaborating closely with design teams and clients, ensuring project scope, budgets, and timelines are met. A strong background in managing architectural or spatial design processes is essential, along with excellent leadership and communication skills. This is a maternity cover role based in London, UK, for a fixed-term contract of 12 months.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing architecture, interior, and/or spatial design projects.
• Experience with the RIBA Work Stages.
• Ability to track and drive project profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project planning and manage timelines.
• Collaborate with design leads to meet project goals.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the Design Operations team.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients.
• Oversee project budgets and financial performance.

Skills

Excellent project leadership skills

Understanding of the architectural process

Financial and budget management

Confident communicator

Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams

Attention to detail

Job description

A leading design studio is seeking a highly motivated Project Director to oversee and manage the successful delivery of design projects in a hybrid working environment. The role involves collaborating closely with design teams and clients, ensuring project scope, budgets, and timelines are met. A strong background in managing architectural or spatial design processes is essential, along with excellent leadership and communication skills. This is a maternity cover role based in London, UK, for a fixed-term contract of 12 months.