Associate Director
We are seeking a creative leader who will be responsible for project organisation, client management and design leadership for delivering world-class projects across South-East Asia for our international clients. We are looking for a proactive candidate who will be managing the studio team, design process, client coordination and business development actions from our Bangkok studio to deliver multiple large-scale retail, office, hospitality and residential developments from concept to construction. You should already be in a position of responsibility within an architectural organisation and familiar with multi-tasking and management duties.
Job Description / Responsibilities:
- Take responsibility for the organisation of the work, team and resources for the successful delivery of projects
- Meet deadlines and ensure a high quality is achieved on projects
- Assist the Directors in implementing the strategies and lines of action defined for SEA
- Ensure that the team is focused on achieving high-quality design, using international standards and delivering to targets
- Coordinate any specific demands from clients with consultants and technical teams
- Assist with client requests, preparation of proposals and marketing and business development actions
- Facilitate and organise presentations and design submissions for potential new projects.
- Review project progress, design elements, technical drawings, construction details and specifications and supervise quality regularly and periodically
- Search for project leads and market information and identify potential opportunities
- Establish regular contact with relevant agents, operators and consultants
- Attend relevant property seminars & networking events.
Candidate qualification:
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related fields
- Min 8-10 years’ experience in international projects or large-scale developments
- Good design principles, clear communication skills and attractive presentation skills are essential
- Advanced computer design skills. Ability to use Revit, AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Photoshop and InDesign
- Knowledge of parametric design or form-finding skills with Revit and Rhino would be an advantage
- Tracking latest design trends and possessing a passion for design quality and excellence. Knowledgeable about the latest innovations and events in the global design industry
- Previous experience in Asia and familiarity with the regional culture and business protocols is highly desirable
- Personable, articulate, presentable and collaborative with a track record of developing strong client relationships and securing repeated service
- Strong leadership, self-organisation and coordination skills as well as integrity, problem-solving skills and initiative
- Commercial office, hospitality, residential and/or retail experience preferred
- Good command of both spoken and written English.
Please submit detailed CV/resumé in English to apply, along with portfolio/project samples.