Associate or Associate Director - Architect

Conrad Consulting are delighted to be working exclusively with a leading, globally recognised engineering and design consultancy to find an Associate or Associate Director level Architect to join their growing Birmingham studio.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior role within a practice that operates at the very top of the built environment sector, delivering some of the UK’s most complex and high-profile infrastructure and building projects.

With a genuinely diverse project portfolio spanning Rail, Aviation, Education, Commercial, Residential and beyond, this is the kind of role that offers real variety. Perfect for an experienced Architect looking for a role that will provide a challenging and interesting environment for years to come.

The Role

Our client is looking for a confident, technically strong Architect at Associate or Associate Director level, with the experience and ambition to lead projects and teams from the front. You’ll be embedded within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment and will play a key role in driving design quality and project delivery across the studio.

This is a client facing, job running position that will also include leading a team of your own. Excellent opportunities for progression.

Key Responsibilities of the Associate / Associate Director:

Taking full ownership of architectural projects across all RIBA Stages (0–7), managing design quality and budget.


Leading and mentoring project teams, developing talent and maintaining high standards throughout.


Serving as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and identifying opportunities for repeat and new business.


Producing and reviewing technical deliverables, ensuring coordination across disciplines.


Contributing to bids, proposals and client presentations.


Driving BIM best practice with Revit as your primary design tool.

Requirements of the Associate or Associate Director:

ARB-registered Architect with 5–10+ years of post-qualification experience.


Demonstrable experience leading projects through all RIBA stages and managing teams.


Sector exposure across Rail, Aviation, Education, Commercial and/or Residential.


Strong Revit proficiency and confidence working in a BIM environment.


Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a track record of successful client engagement.


Highly organised, commercially aware, and able to juggle multiple projects simultaneously.

In return, the Associate / Associate Director will receive:

Salary of £55,000–£62,000


Birmingham city centre office with hybrid working


Excellent benefits package including pension, healthcare and enhanced leave


A genuinely varied and high-profile project pipeline


Real career progression within a global organisation


A supportive, inclusive team culture with strong CPD and development opportunities

If you're an Associate or Associate Director level Architect that would like to apply to this position, please send your CV through to Ashley Johnson at Conrad Consulting. Alternatively, contact Ashley on (phone number removed) to discuss in further detail