Associate – Aj100 studio

Overview

As an Associate Architect, you will lead major housing and hotel projects from concept to delivery within a respected AJ100 practice. You will operate in a design-led, collaborative environment, shaping high-profile schemes and mentoring junior staff. The role focuses on translating design intent into deliverable solutions while navigating regulatory and budget constraints. You’ll join a team that values professional development and aims to deliver thoughtful, people-centric architecture. This opportunity offers leadership, exposure to landmark projects, and a clear path for progression.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive salary
• structured development pathways
• ongoing training
• leadership opportunity
• collaborative culture
• opportunity to work on high-profile projects

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large-scale residential or hotel projects through all RIBA stages
• Develop robust design strategies with clients, consultants, and contractors balancing creativity, feasibility, and commercial viability
• Oversee production of detailed drawings and models using Revit and other relevant software
• Conduct feasibility studies, site appraisals, and produce clear, comprehensive reports
• Ensure delivery aligns with design intent, regulations, and budgets
• Provide leadership and mentorship to project teams and junior staff
• Contribute to practice-wide initiatives, resource planning, and project programming at Associate level

Key requirements

• RIBA Part 3 qualified with significant post-qualification experience
• Proven track record delivering large-scale housing, PRS/BTR, masterplanning, or hotel projects
• Strong proficiency in Revit and BIM-led environments
• Excellent understanding of UK building regulations, planning processes, and technical standards for residential and hospitality sectors
• Demonstrable experience leading teams and managing complex project workflows
• Strong communication, presentation, and client-facing skills
• Ability to work autonomously while fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams

• communication
• leadership
• client-facing
• Revit
• BIM-led workflows
• feasibility studies

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