Associate​/Associate Director - Architecture Holborn, London

Position: Associate/ Associate Director - Architecture Job in Holborn, London - 70,000 - 90,000
Technical and construction-stage delivery, Senior architectural team leadership, Client relationships and business development

Job Summary Associate Architect / Associate Director job Holborn offers a permanent senior leadership opportunity within an established architectural practice. The position welcomes experienced architectural professionals from across all sectors, particularly those with proven technical and construction-stage delivery experience. You will take ownership of complex architectural schemes and lead projects through technical design, construction and completion. The role combines technical oversight with responsibility for architectural teams, client relationships and commercial performance.

You will work closely with senior management to support successful project delivery and the continued development of the practice. Responsibilities include coordinating technical information, resolving construction challenges, overseeing resources and contributing to fee proposals. Candidates should be confident working with consultants and contractors while maintaining strong relationships with clients. An existing client portfolio is not essential, as the practice values relationship-building skills and commercial awareness.

A January 2027 start is preferred, with flexibility for the right candidate.

About the Company The employer is an established architectural practice seeking to strengthen its senior leadership team. Its appointment priorities centre on technical excellence, successful construction-stage delivery and the ability to guide architectural teams. The practice will consider experience across architectural sectors rather than requiring a particular specialism or established client portfolio.

It values professionals who can manage complex projects, build client relationships and contribute to commercial outcomes. Senior management is looking for someone who can support wider business development and operational decisions. The recruitment process is considered and selective, with an emphasis on finding a candidate who can make a meaningful, long-term contribution to the studio.

Role & Responsibilities Lead architectural projects through technical design, construction and completion, taking responsibility for successful project delivery

Oversee technical drawing packages, specifications and construction information while maintaining design resolution and buildability

Coordinate with clients, contractors and consultants to resolve technical challenges and oversee architectural involvement during construction

Manage project programmes, team resources and deliverables, monitoring budgets, fee expenditure and commercial risks

Lead and mentor Architects, Technologists and colleagues, overseeing workloads, resourcing and the quality of technical output

Work with studio leadership to improve internal processes, project efficiency and overall team performance

Maintain senior client relationships, identify opportunities for additional work and support business development activities

Contribute to fee proposals, scopes of services, project bids and tender submissions alongside senior management

Skills & Experience Required Bring significant architectural practice experience at Associate level or in a senior role with readiness to progress

Demonstrate a strong architectural background, ideally including registration with the Architects Registration Board (ARB)
Show direct involvement in technical delivery and construction stages of architectural projects successfully completed on site Apply strong knowledge of UK building regulations, technical detailing, construction methods and project coordination

Provide evidence of leading architectural teams and managing multidisciplinary delivery…