Senior Associate/Project Director

Carrington West; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural studio in London is seeking a Senior Associate / Project Director to lead ambitious projects and manage teams. The role offers a competitive salary up to £70,000 and the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment. Candidates should hold ARB registration and demonstrate strong leadership skills, technical proficiency, and successful project management experience across varied sectors.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Professional development

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Experience managing teams on complex multi-sector projects.
• Proven track record in design leadership and project delivery.
• Strong communication skills to interact with clients effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead design concepts across a range of project types.
• Manage projects efficiently from start to finish.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to project teams.
• Prepare and oversee fee proposals and commercial risks.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards and quality assurance.

Skills

Leadership

Design management

Client-facing skills

Knowledge of UK building regulations

Technical proficiency

Education

ARB-registered Architect

Tools

Design software

Job description

Job Title: Senior Associate / Project Director
Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days/week in-office)
Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum + benefits

About the Practice

Join one of the UK’s leading architectural studios based in central London, with a distinguished track record delivering bold, sustainable, and future-ready design solutions. With offices across the multiple nations, this global practice is renowned for shaping complex and high-profile projects across sectors including aviation, transport, healthcare, education, retail, and hospitality.

From major international airports to award-winning educational campuses and rail hubs, this studio combines technical precision, aesthetic clarity, and environmental responsibility to bring ideas to life—whether on home ground or abroad.

The Opportunity
We’re seeking a talented and driven Senior Associate / Project Director to lead architectural teams and project portfolios across all RIBA stages. This is a strategic design, leadership, and business development role, offering significant scope to shape large-scale, technically demanding, and visually striking schemes.

You’ll work directly from the central london studio (just a short walk from the Thames), with flexible hybrid working—balancing team presence and individual autonomy.

Key Responsibilities of aSenior Associate / Project Director
Design Leadership – Develop and drive design concepts across a diverse range of typologies and scales.
Project Delivery – Lead projects from early briefing to completion (RIBA 0–7), ensuring efficient, profitable, and high-quality delivery.
Team Management – Define team structures and provide clear leadership, mentoring, and line management.
Commercial Oversight – Prepare and manage fee proposals; identify and mitigate commercial risks.
Quality Assurance – Oversee audits, ensure compliance with best practice, and uphold industry-leading standards.
Client & Business Development – Build and maintain networks that bring repeat business and new opportunities to the studio.

What We’re Looking For
ARB-registered Architect with strong design and technical credentials
Demonstrated success managing teams and leading complex, multi-sector projects
Excellent communication and client-facing skills
Sound knowledge of UK building regulations and construction methodology
Proficiency with sector-relevant design and management software
A proactive leader with the ability to foster long-term relationships and identify commercial opportunities

What’s in It for You

• Competitive salary up to £70,000

• Hybrid working with 2+ days in the Blackfriars studio

• Opportunity to lead major international and UK-based projects

• Professional development and clear career progression

• Collaborative, innovative, and supportive studio culture

• Be part of a global team shaping sustainable, people-centred environments

Apply Now
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