Studio Director

at  HLM Architects

We are looking for a Studio Director to join our Senior Leadership Team to develop business and lead our studio in Dublin building upon our current portfolio of clients and projects in Ireland.

We are a UK & Ireland practice with strong connections across all of our studios in Dublin, Belfast, Glasgow, Sheffield, Cardiff and London. We work collaboratively as one team structured by sector, sharing resources, knowledge and skills. Ranked as one of the top 20 largest practices in the UK this year, other recent accolades include:

• Best Companies Top 50 Best Mid Sized Companies to work for 2023
• Winner, Offsite Awards – Architect of the Year and Winners Winner 2023
• Winner, Structural Timber Awards – Architect of the Year & Education Project of the Year 2023
• Winner, BCIA – Digital Initiative of the Year Award 2023
• Best Companies Top 100 Best Large Sized Companies to work for 2022
• Winner Building Awards: Architectural Practice of the Year 2022
• Winner Building Awards: Every Person Counts, the people strategy award 2022
• Winner RSUA Design Awards – Altnagelvin Hospital
• Winner Irish Design & Excellence Awards 2022– Healthcare Project of the Year – NCH Satellite Centre at Tallaght University Hospital
• Winner AJ100 Sustainability Champion of the Year 2022
• Construction Excellence – BIM Excellence Awards – BAM / Lot 2 Schools
• Winner AJ100 Awards Employer of the Year Award 2021

A fully qualified architect, project manager or other construction professional with a minimum of ten years’ experience, you will exhibit the following skills/ experience:

• Experience working at a senior level in the Irish construction sector
• Understanding of project pipeline in Ireland in our key sectors
• Ability to develop new business by building excellent client relationships in the public and private sector
• Ability to provide Studio leadership and grow and develop a team
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and develop opportunities
• Experience of managing fee proposals and delivering successful bids
• Proven track record of successful delivery of projects in Ireland
• A passion for design, the quality of the environment and client satisfaction
• Good communication skills, verbal, written and presentation
• A sound understanding of and commitment to sustainable building design and delivery
• Ability to administer professional services and construction contracts

This is an opportunity to join our practice in a strategic management role as a Director of HLM Architects in Ireland. You will bring energy and determination to help grow our Dublin presence, leveraging your network of contacts and ensuring that we are best placed to deliver exceptional service to our clients. You will have access to the senior leadership team’s support and expertise across all of our sectors, disciplines and specialisms.
We offer a blended work model with a flexible approach to studio and remote working, along with a friendly studio environment, an award-winning lifestyle package, and a commitment to your personal development through the HLM Academy.
Diversity, inclusion and belonging (DIB) is at the core of our business. We advocate equal opportunities, creating an inclusive working environment for all. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different mode please contact our HR team for assistance.
If you think this role could be for you, please send your CV and examples of your project work.
Those shortlisted will be contacted.
HLM Architects is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Please refer the Job description for details