Associate Director Architect

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Associate Director Architect

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated Associate Director Architect to fill a leading role in our dynamic team. In this role, you will work closely with our team of architects and designers, as well as the rest of the CBRE business, leading architectural projects from the initial concept phase through to completion.

What you'll do:

• Development of architectural designs and providing creative and technical direction.
• Creating detailed drawings and 3D models using computer-aided design (Revit) software.
• Overseeing and managing research to support the design process, including researching building codes, materials, and construction techniques.
• Preparation of design proposals, presentations, and reports.
• Coordination of project documentation and managing project databases.
• Contributing to the development of sustainable design strategies.
• Site analysis, including surveying and site visits.
• Provide formal supervision to employees. Monitor the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and coaching. Oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees.
• Coordinate and manage the team's daily activities. Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff.
• Set and track staff and department deadlines. Mentor and coach as needed.
• Identify new business opportunities and develop strategies to obtain new clientele.
• Act as primary contact with the key stakeholders. Directly impact the success of a project by overseeing design quality, fiscal management, client satisfaction and team management.
• Review project proposals and add services with review from Project Director and Design Director.
• Implement and develop QA/QC processes within project schedule.
• Identify and document additional services for review by the Project Director and approval of client.
• Conduct design reviews with team to promote innovative solutions.
• Work with legal team to review contract documents for completeness and organization.
• Create and oversee construction, procurement, and labour budgets.
• Apply a broad knowledge of the business, own discipline, and how own discipline integrates with others to achieve team and departmental objectives.
• Lead by example and model behaviours that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Influence others to adopt a different point of view while being guided by policies and departmental plans.
• Identify and solve technical and operational problems of complexity.
• Understand and recognize the broader impact across the department.
• Improve and change existing methods, processes, and standards within job discipline.

What you'll need:

• An RIBA prescribed degree in architecture with RIBA Parts 1 or 2, Part 3 qualified and registered with the ARB.
• Leadership skills to motivate the team to achieve broad operational targets with impacts on own job discipline, multiple job disciplines, and department.
• Proficiency in Revit, Photoshop, InDesign and the like. Revit experience is a must for this role.
• Strong design, visualisation communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively and independently as part of a team and to communicate ideas effectively.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Significant knowledge of building regulations.
• Familiarity with architectural trends and practices.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a creative approach to design.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential.
• A passion for architecture and design.

Work Experience:

Ideal candidates will have experience across all stages with projects and a proven track record delivering projects across the UK. We're seeking generalists that have experience across a number of typologies - both in our core sectors and with the opportunity to add sectors to our pipeline.

Candidates should also have experience leading internal and external project teams. A comprehensive understanding of the building control process is essential to this role. Similarly, candidates should be able to talk to their experience mentoring and developing junior staff.

Business development will be a key component of this role and candidates should be able to demonstrate their experience with pitching, networking and lead generation.

Reporting to:

This role reports directly to the UK&I Head of Design

Working at CBRE

When you join CBRE you will have the support and resources of a global firm where an entrepreneurial mind-set is encouraged. You'll realize your potential with challenging work, fast-paced assignments, an environment of constant learning and commitment to results. To enable your success, we provide the best tools, training and leaders in the industry.

Our collaborative culture is built on our RISE values and reflects the needs and perspectives of our clients and our people. Our work is guided by our North Star: Creating the real estate solutions of tomorrow, so businesses and people thrive. This informs everything we do-from diversity, equity, and inclusion to sustainability initiatives to workplace safety and wellbeing.

At CBRE, we believe that the more perspectives we have, the more dimensions we see. We welcome people with different backgrounds and experiences across industries to apply for open positions even if you do not match every element of the required skills. To discover more about what it's like to work at CBRE, visit Life at CBRE

About CBRE

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2023 revenue). The company has more than 130,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves a diverse range of clients with an integrated suite of services, including facilities, transaction and project management; property management; investment management; appraisal and valuation; property leasing; strategic consulting; property sales; mortgage services and development services.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. For information about accommodations we can make during the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.cbre.co.uk/careers/accommodations

Disclaimer:

Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend will be consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE Project Management, you will subsequently transfer to the newly formed entity that encompasses both organizations.