Associate Architect

Location:
Oxfordshire (with regular London interface)

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.

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 work streams.

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

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
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of project financials
• Experience leading teams and mentoring emerging talent

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.