Associate Architect Role Summary
Location: Oxfordshire (with regular London interface)
Salary: £60,000–£68,000
Software: Revit
Work Pattern: 1 day WFH
We are seeking an experienced Associate Architect to join a well-established, multi-disciplinary consultancy in their Oxfordshire studio. This is a senior leadership role for a technically accomplished, delivery-focused architect who wants to shape projects, teams, and performance.
Working closely with the senior management team, you will lead by example — driving technical excellence, mentoring colleagues, and ensuring projects are delivered to the highest professional and commercial standards.
The Role
This is a pivotal Associate-level position with responsibility spanning design leadership, technical delivery, commercial oversight, and business development. You will be a Chartered Architect (ARB registered) with at least 15 years’ post-qualification experience, bringing credibility and gravitas to client and consultant teams.
You will specialise in the intelligent application of building science and technology, confidently steering architectural and multi-disciplinary projects from inception to post-completion. Delivery is key: you will champion BIM and Revit best practice, lead quality assurance processes, and maintain consistently high technical standards across all workstreams.
Projects range from medium-scale schemes (£5m–£10m construction value) to complex programmes exceeding £30m, where you will lead multi-disciplinary teams and act as a senior technical authority.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Development
Support and deputise for senior management as required
Lead, mentor, and develop Project Architects, Technologists, and senior team members
Drive a culture of technical rigour, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Contribute to recruitment, appraisal, and workforce planning
Participate in management forums and strategic planning
Project & Technical Delivery
Lead projects from briefing and feasibility through to handover and post-occupancy
Oversee statutory approvals, planning, H&S compliance, and contract administration
Administer traditional, partnering, and design & build contracts
Ensure compliance with design, regulatory, and professional standards
Personally deliver technical packages on projects up to £30m construction value
Promote excellence in AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM (minimum BIM Level 2 experience)
Champion structured CPD and technical upskilling within the team
Engage with post-construction stages, including Soft Landings and building performance review
Commercial Oversight
Manage project budgets, fees, and resource allocation
Monitor programme performance and profitability against targets
Oversee change control processes and contractual compliance
Support revenue forecasting and pipeline reporting
Ensure timely invoicing and strong cashflow management
Maintain a clear understanding of RIBA stages and associated fee structures
Business Development
Contribute to — and where appropriate lead — EOIs, PQQs, ITTs, and fee bids
Support bid strategy, pricing, and gross margin planning
Develop client relationships to secure repeat and new business
Produce case studies and marketing material
Actively contribute to divisional growth
About You
You will bring:
RIBA Part I, II, and III (or equivalent)
ARB registration
Minimum 15 years’ post-qualification experience
Strong technical delivery background across multi-disciplinary projects
Excellent working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM
Proven experience administering building contracts
Strong commercial acumen and understanding of project financials
Experience leading teams and mentoring emerging talent
Why This Role?
This is an opportunity to step into a visible leadership position within a respected consultancy, shaping both project outcomes and team culture. You will have influence across technical standards, commercial performance, and business growth — with the autonomy and support to make a meaningful impact.
If you are an experienced Associate Architect seeking a role with breadth, responsibility, and long-term progression, we would be keen to hear from you.