Associate Architect

Job Profile for Associate Architect - 44294
Location - Birmingham

Our client, a multi-disciplinary and award-winning building consultancy, is seeking anAssociate Architect to join their growing Birmingham office. With over 50 years of experience across the built environment, the practice delivers high-quality projects across a broad rangeof public and private sector schemes.

Working as part of a collaborative, integrated consultancy, the Associate Architect will play an important role in leading projects, supporting team development, and contributing to the continued growth of the Birmingham studio. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced Architect looking to step into an Associate-level role with increased responsibility and influence.

The successful candidate will be technically strong and client-facing, capable of managing projects from concept through to completion. You will provide design leadership, coordinate technical delivery, and mentor junior team members, while working closely with senior colleagues on project and practice development.

Projects include Education, Blue Light and Emergency Services, Residential, Commercial, Leisure, and Industrial developments, ranging from refurbishment works to large-scale new build schemes.

Associate Architect Job Overview
Work closely with Directors and senior colleagues on project delivery
Lead projects across RIBA Stages 2-6 with responsibility for design and coordination
Develop high-quality, sustainable design solutions
Produce and review technical drawings, specifications, and documentation
Manage project programmes and coordinate consultants
Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships
Attend site meetings and inspections to ensure quality and compliance
Support and mentor junior architects and technicians
Assist with business development and studio growth initiatives
Use Revit and AutoCAD on a daily basis

Associate Architect Job Requirements
Based in or within commutable distance of Birmingham
ARB / RIBA Qualified Architect with solid post-qualification experience
Proven experience delivering projects across multiple sectors
Strong technical knowledge of UK Building Regulations and planning processes
Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
Confident communicator with client-facing experience
Full and clean UK driving licence

Associate Architect Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary (DOE)
Contributory pension scheme
21 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
Additional Christmas closure leave
Birthday leave
Hybrid and flexible working
Health cash plan and wellbeing support
Life assurance (x4 salary)
24/7 GP access
High street discounts
Professional subscriptions covered
Career development and progression opportunities
Subsidised social events

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