Associate Director - Architecture

10 Design, (part of Egis’ Architecture Line), a dynamic and innovative architecture and master planning practice. With over 400 architects and designers strategically located across three regional headquarters in London, Hong Kong, and San Francisco, as well as six additional studios in key global markets.

We design and deliver projects at all scales and complexities. Our diverse portfolio is a testament to our versatility and creativity, featuring a range of sectors, including mixed-use, retail, office, residential, hospitality, transport-oriented development, life sciences, education, civic and cultural. We’re committed to creating inspiring destinations that connect people to their surroundings, enhance the human experience, foster a sense of community, and exceed expectations.

We prioritize economic and social responsibility in all our multicultural projects, striving to create designs that are not only visually stunning but also environmentally sustainable and socially equitable.

Egis is a leading global organisation in architecture, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services. We partner with clients to design, deliver and operate smarter infrastructure and places that respond to the world’s evolving needs.

With more than 22,000 employees worldwide, we combine global capability with strong local insight. Our multidisciplinary expertise enables us to deliver innovative, practical and sustainable solutions that help build more balanced, resilient communities.

The role focuses on driving the development and growth of the company by ensuring the overall profitability of design projects while effectively managing, motivating, and developing team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Design

• Create and develop the design philosophy and vision of the Company
• Ensure consistent high quality of design generated throughout the Company
• Provide design direction and attend all key design discussions during project execution
• Identify trends and future design directions
• Review key design deliverables with the team
• Present the design at key meetings
• Ensure submittal of appropriate projects for design review award.

 

• Project Management Responsibilities

• Define and implement processes and measures to ensure an appropriate level of client satisfaction is provided to clients at all times
• Commit to, and promote “Design Excellence” for all assignments / projects
• Define and implement processes and measures to ensure profitability of planning and design assignments is delivered
• Monitor and adjust resourcing plans to ensure adequate staff are resourced to meet the needs of the business

 

• Management Responsibilities  

• Responsible for selecting and motivating team members and working with them to establish clear goals in line with the company objectives 
• Responsible for the performance management of the team, including documenting annual performance reviews and development plans
• To ensure an annual training plan is developed and implemented for the team
• To deal with any poor performance issues as and when required
• Promote a learning culture within the team and encourage professional development

 

• Business Development

• In consultation with key stakeholders, define the business strategy
• Actively contributes to the winning of new business, and to drive the development of new business opportunities in line with agreed business goals
• To actively participate in strategic market programs, client development efforts, and key strategic affiliations
• Responsible for pre-selected / targeted clients and prospects and to assume primary client relationship prior to and including sales / closing efforts

 

• General

• Support the continuous improvement processes and practice within the office and across the group
• To carry out such other duties which are consistent with the nature and responsibilities of the role

• Degree or Masters educated
• Project Management experience preferred
• Excellent design skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project, Outlook)
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Proven experience in management level in a consultancy
• An ambitious personality, capable of achieving
• Excellent management skills required for the coordination of the architectural team, other disciplines, external consultants and the client team
• Excellent communication skills are vital – both spoken and written
• Excellent planning and project management skills
• Ability to delegate work effectively
• Natural leadership skills
• Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Detail oriented with strong attention to detail