Studio Director

ADP Architecture and Design Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking architecture firm as a Studio Director in Birmingham, where you'll lead a talented team and drive innovative projects that enhance community living. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of architecture by focusing on sustainability and community engagement. As part of a purpose-led practice, you'll be instrumental in mentoring the next generation of architects while managing diverse projects that range from high-profile developments to local initiatives. If you are passionate about creating a better built environment and fostering a collaborative work culture, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee Ownership

Competitive Benefits

Work/Life Balance

Mentorship Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading architectural projects and teams.
• Strong knowledge of the local architecture market and client needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Birmingham studio and oversee project delivery.
• Engage in business development and client management.
• Mentor junior architects and contribute to design reviews.

Skills

Business Development

Client Management

Leadership

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Architecture

Professional Accreditation

Job description

ADP is looking to recruit a talented and highly motivated Studio Director to join and lead its Birmingham Studio

The Role

Exciting opportunity for an experienced Architect to lead our established Birmingham studio, working alongside our national sector leads and wider practice teams. The role principally involves:

1. Business Development to secure projects from new and existing clients,
2. Delivering our purpose-led strategy regionally,
3. Client management,
4. Overall responsibility for the projects and teams involved in the projects regionally,
5. Sharing knowledge/experience to develop the next generation of architects through mentoring,
6. Involvement in design and technical reviews to continually evolve our work for a better future.

Knowledge of the region and an established network is key to build on the strong foundations in place with the great local team. You should be self-motivated and have excellent organisational, leadership and communication skills.

About ADP

ADP is a purpose-led practice, with sector expertise delivered through our local studios.

With studios across the UK, Cyprus, and India, and over 60 years of history, ADP is an AJ100 top 40 architecture practice which designs around the principles of sustainability, belonging, and engagement, rethinking the built environment to create a better future.

We work on projects that truly benefit their communities, from large laboratory buildings to mixed-use developments, sensitive refurbishments to envelope-pushing new builds, £100m high-profile schemes to local grassroots projects. We have cross-practice specialists in sectors including residential, commercial, healthcare, and education design.

ADP is an employee-owned practice – meaning that all staff have a say in how the business is run, and everyone benefits from its success. We know that a healthy work/life balance is important and offer competitive benefits.

We’re an equal opportunities employer and a gold-standard investor in people – reflecting our belief that it takes a people-centred practice to create people-centred architecture. Diversity is at the heart of our success, and we welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

Start Date

ASAP

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter to [e-mail] with ‘Birmingham Studio Director’ in the subject line.

If you would like a full role description please email our People Manager: [e-mail]

If you would like to discuss the role please contact our Education Director/Board Director: [e-mail]