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Start the New Year with a transformative career move into Design Management - an exclusive opportunity that bridges the gap between architecture and project management. This role offers ambitious architects a rare first step into a career pathway many aspire to but few achieve. By leveraging your architectural expertise, you’ll transition from hands-on production to leading the processes that shape iconic, global architecture projects. You’ll gain the strategic skills needed to open doors to future roles in design and project management - roles often inaccessible without this pivotal experience. Why This Opportunity Is Unique The hardest part of transitioning to design management is taking that first step. This role provides the perfect launchpad, allowing you to retain exposure to flagship architectural projects while redefining your career trajectory. Work alongside globally renowned architects and industry leaders as you build a foundation for long-term career success. What You’ll Do Manage Inspiring Projects: From day one, take on management responsibilities for high-profile schemes valued anywhere between £100-£600 million, shaping their success while staying connected to world-class architectural design. Shift to Leadership: Transition from hands-on production to overseeing project processes - programming, contracts, and consultant coordination - becoming a strategic decision-maker. Expand Your Expertise: Develop strategic skills through direct mentorship and extensive training with seasoned design managers, ensuring a smooth shift into this new role. Build Client Relationships: Be at the forefront of client interaction, balancing innovation with pragmatism to deliver outstanding projects. Who We’re Looking For Architectural Experience: A minimum of 3 years experience as an Architect/Project Architect/Senior Architect in a UK-based, design-focused practice on large-scale projects valued over £50 million. Understanding of Design Processes: Familiarity with Lead Consultant responsibilities, design programming, and delivering technical project reports. Collaborative Leadership: Proven experience leading design team meetings, coordinating consultants, and managing complex workflows. Ambition to Evolve: A desire to step into a management-focused role, moving away from hands-on design and production work. Why Make the Move in 2025? Unlock Future Opportunities: Gain the credentials and experience necessary to access future design and project management roles that would otherwise be out of reach. Stay Connected to Architecture: Continue working on inspiring, flagship projects while growing your leadership capabilities. Achieve Career Clarity: Start the New Year with a bold step towards a more strategic, rewarding career path. Competitive Package: Benefit from a salary and package reflective of your impact, along with clear pathways for growth. Take the Leap This is a rare chance to reimagine your career. Start your 2025 with a move that positions you as a leader in design management while staying at the heart of groundbreaking architecture. This opportunity is uniquely supported by Grõ Careers, specialists in guiding architects through the transformative career shift into design/project management, with tailored insights and expertise to maximise your success. Submit your CV to Reece at Grõ Careers today. Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding.