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Fantastic opportunity here for a Director level Architect to join a large, rapidly growing multi-disciplinary company operating in varied sectors, based in Coventry, West Midlands.
THE COMPANY:
The company in question are a large scale multi-disciplinary practice with approx. 70 members off staff, including Architects, Technologists, Project Managers, Mechanical & Electrical Engineers, Surveyors and more. The company is now over 10 years old, in which time they have developed to stellar reputation and built their portfolio into a wide range of sectors and high profile clientele.
The company work in a broad range of sectors but are particularly busy in the Healthcare and Education sectors currently, with other works ongoing/completed in areas such as; Commercial, Office Space, Industrial, Manufacturing, Retail and more.
Over the last few years they have been in enjoying a period of fantastic growth, which is showing no signs of slowing down. In order for the Architectural division to continue their growth, there is now an opportunity to appoint a Director level individual to take the reigns of their own team and be an essential part of the company.
THE ROLE - DIRECTOR
The individual for this role will ideally hold approx. 10-15+ years of post qualification experience, and will have a wealth of management experience. This Director level position will essentially see you has the "number 2" in the Architectural team, although the exact hierarchy of the department can be discussed at interview stage. The hierarchy is somewhat "fluid" and progression opportunities are available to all.
The individual for this position will ideally already be working at Director level, but may also be suitable for an Associate or Associate Director level Architect seeking advancement to Director level. The ideal candidate for this position will hold extensive management experience, be highly experienced in Business Development and be especially comfortable in client facing positions. You will be ambitious and have a clear goal for your future which this company in particularly will certainly help you realise.
There is currently a team of 16-17 individuals in the Architectural department, a head count which could realistically double in the next 12-18 months, with you being an instrumental part of that growth. You will join the company with the intention of developing your own team, and being front & centre of that recruitment process.
As mentioned prior, the practice work in a wide range of sectors and project types, so a wide and varied portfolio would be ideal. However, the company do have particularly strong routes in the Healthcare sector. While healthcare experience would be helpful, the company would like to diversify and strengthen their presence in other areas. As mentioned, a significant part of your role will be business development, so if you are able to prove experience of successful BD in areas such as Commercial or Residential sectors for example, that would be highly advantageous for this role.
You will also be tasked with recruiting and growing your team, so prior experience of being involved in the recruitment process would be ideal.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE OF THE DIRECTOR:
- Fully qualified Architect with UK recognised qualifications at Part 1, 2 and 3 level.
- ARB / RIBA chartered/registered
- Approximately 10-15+ years of post qualification experience
- Management experience is a must, ideally having headed up a team of 5+ individuals in the past
- Experience in varied sectors with Healthcare & Education backgrounds being of particular interest but not necessarily essential
- Business development experience is a must, with Commercial & Residential contacts being particularly useful
- Experience of being involved in recruitment in prior positions would be advantageous
WHAT'S IN IT FOR ME?:
The successful Director will be offered a salary in the region of 70,000-85,000, negotiable dependent on experience, along with bonuses & incentives, generous holiday allowance, private healthcare and more. Hybrid working is offered, but as a key, senior figure your presence may be required in the office a little more often. However, the company have a very flexible approach to this and trust their employees to work in a way that suits them & their personal lives best.
HOW DO I APPLY?:
To apply to this position as a Director in Coventry, West Midlands, please forward your up to date CV & portfolio through to Ashley Johnson at Conrad Consulting. Alternatively, contact Ashley on (phone number removed) to discuss in further detail.
