Associate Architect

Company: Conrad Consulting Ltd
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

A well-established architectural practice is seeking an experienced Associate Architect to join its leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware architect looking to play a key role in practice growth, client development, and the delivery of high-quality projects across a diverse range of sectors.

Working closely with senior leadership, you will help shape the strategic direction of the business while leading projects, developing client relationships, and mentoring a talented multidisciplinary team.

As an Associate Architect, you will:

  • Lead the delivery of projects across all RIBA stages.
  • Oversee design quality, project performance, and client satisfaction.
  • Manage programmes, budgets, resources, and project teams.
  • Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.
  • Support business development, framework submissions, and tender opportunities.
  • Contribute to practice growth through fee generation and new business activity.
  • Provide leadership, mentoring, and professional development support to junior team members.
  • Champion technical excellence, best practice, and high-quality project delivery.

To be considered for this Associate Architect role you should have:

  • ARB/RIBA Registered Architect – Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience.
  • Proven experience delivering projects across all RIBA stages.
  • Strong design, technical, and project management capabilities.
  • Experience managing clients, stakeholders, budgets, and project teams.
  • Commercial awareness, including fee proposals and business development activities.
  • Experience contributing to framework and tender submissions.
  • Multi-sector project experience – Commercial, Education, Residential and similar sectors.

What’s On Offer

  • Competitive salary – Circa £55,000
  • Clear pathway to further leadership progression.
  • Professional memberships & subscriptions paid.
  • Hybrid & flexible working.
  • Company pension and life assurance.
  • Training and development opportunities.
  • Company Laptop and mobile phone.
  • Enhanced holiday allowance linked to service.
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.

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Posted: October 26th, 2026