Architect Associate Director - London, United Kingdom - Benoy

    Benoy
    Benoy London, United Kingdom

    1 week ago

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    Full time
    Description

    Are you a dynamic designer with an innovative portfolio to match? Are you experienced in International Projects?

    The Associate Director leads and inspires their team to ensure that innovative and thought-provoking international projects achieve high-quality design standards and are delivered on time and on budget. They operate autonomously, requiring only minimal supervision from the Senior Associate/Director and are responsible for supporting junior colleagues to achieve their full potential. Not only do they support the delivery of corporate-level business development strategies, but they actively support the development of leads and generation of new business across existing and future sectors and markets.

    What we're looking for:

  • Has experience of successfully leading and managing a team across large-scale International projects.
  • Has a proactive approach to client management, with a proven track record of engaging potential clients and partners
  • Commercially astute, demonstrated through effective decision-making, project resourcing and management
  • Strong organisational and people management skills, encouraging collaboration and innovation within the teams to maximise performance
  • Possesses proficiency with computer applications commonly used within the individual's discipline
  • Working knowledge of Revit
  • Degree in a related design field or equivalent certification or skill level
  • Professional registration or equivalent is preferred

    • What we can offer you

  • Competitive salary, dependent on experience
  • Agile working with the option of three days in the studio and two working from home
  • Opportunities to learn and grow within a fast-paced, global company
  • A fun, inclusive and collaborative studio environment with an active calendar of social activities
  • 23 days annual leave with the option to buy more
  • A range of benefits, including private medical/life insurance and pension

    • If this role interests you, read on for details about the role's responsibilities.

    Project Management

  • Manages their team across international projects to deliver design and technical excellence that meet high-quality standards.
  • Plans, coordinates and manages the project process, maintaining involvement throughout.
  • Liaises with Senior Associate /Director to ensure that innovative and thought-provoking projects are delivered consistently.
  • Leads project meetings and some client presentations, increasingly acting as the primary contact for client interaction and maintaining good relationships with clients to maximise opportunities for repeat business.

    • Leadership

  • Role models Benoy's values and fosters a collaborative environment in which innovation is encouraged and best practice shared.
  • Leads, guides and provides training to junior talent, providing timely feedback that contributes to their continuing creative, technical and professional development.
  • Initiates or participates in studio or group activities, leads brainstorming sessions and manages conflicts effectively.

    • Client Relationships

  • Leads project meetings and some client presentations, increasingly acting as the primary contact for client interaction and maintaining good relationships with clients to maximise opportunities for repeat business.
  • Engages with colleagues to support the development of new business, enhancing internal and external communication via functions, events, forums and publications.
  • Assists in the preparation of fee bids, and undertakes fee proposals and fee negotiations for projects.

    • Budget Control

  • Demonstrates a sound understanding of cost control, fee charging and project finance, and ensures project fees are maximised project targets are achieved through sensible management of time and allocated resource.