Job Description
At Ackroyd Lowrie, we are currently looking for an Associate Director to join our medium-sized practice of 24 talented creatives, leading a team on innovative and thought-provoking projects alongside our two founding directors in our East London Office.
In the last year, the practice has doubled in size and we have plenty of projects and a strong pipeline of work. While this is a fortunate position to be in and we have ambitious plans to grow and create beautiful projects, the two founding directors need a strong team leader and project runner to join them as part of the management team.
In this position, we have the team framework in place and you will have full autonomy to run your own projects through all RIBA stages from design to practical completion with the support of the directors.
This is a key role for the practice and this is a chance for you to join us at a pivotal time and be part of our journey. We will be reviewing applications this week with a view to start interviews as soon as possible for this permanent position.
Salary is open-minded based on your ability, skillset and experience.
Interested to learn more? If you would like to discuss this further or apply you can send me an email at stephen@ackroydlowrie.com or message me (Stephen Drew) on LinkedIn.
Information
- Job Title: Director
- Category: Architecture
- Software: ArchiCAD
- Qualifications: Qualified
- Sectors: Residential
Experience and Qualifications
- The ideal Associate Director will have a minimum of 5 years job running experience post-part 3, preferably in the UK.
- Strong technically stages 3-6 with great detailing skills, strong understanding of building regulations, CDM
Knowledge on fire issues and cladding - An understanding and diplomacy when dealing with clients and be able to manage difficult situations professionally when required including potential disputes
- RIBA stages from 0 to 7 with strength in technical stages 3-6
- Working on contract values between £750k and £25m+.
- Working on both refurbishment and new builds.
- Sufficient experience in the UK to steer a project through the construction process.
- Experience of managing teams and overseeing multiple projects
- Ability to directly manage internal team, consultants and councils, clients and contractors
- Experience of resourcing and overseeing projects
Relevant Skills and Knowledge
- In the office, we use ArchiCAD, if you use this software you will be right at home. If you currently use Revit then you will be supported by in-house training provided.
- Have great IT skills and be numerate and able to use a spreadsheet
- Have an interest in innovative technology and sustainability
- Good hand drawn skills
- Experience of the following would also be an advantage: NBS Building/Create
About Us
Ackroyd Lowrie is an innovative architectural practice committed to delivering high quality, bespoke spaces for our clients. Our studio is known for design excellence and focus on effective delivery for our clients.
We have developed an award-winning design process with cutting-edge VR technology. In the future, our goal is to be designing cities of tomorrow.
Why Work Here?
At Ackroyd Lowrie, we do not believe in a culture of overtime as this leads to burnout. Our passion is creating beautiful places and innovative architecture.
For us, it's important that there is a balance between time for family and friends outside of practice and during office hours working hard and smart on projects that excite us.
If a deadline throws us a curveball then we will pay our team for the hours worked overtime that they went the extra mile.
Currently, we are educating the next generation on regeneration from our beautiful office in East London and are designing new homes and workplaces across the UK.
We are Vectorworks and ArchiCAD office.
Location
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E2 9DG
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