Associate Architect / Director - Dublin City Centre

Office/Project Location: Dublin City Centre

Employment Type: Permanent

Work Location:  Office Based / Hybrid

Pay:  €90k - €110k per year.

Experience: 15+ years

Visa: EU passport or Stamp 4 visa required

Our client is an award-winning, leading architectural practice renowned for delivering high-quality, innovative design projects across Ireland.

The Senior Project Architect (operating at Associate level or higher) will take a leading role in the management and delivery of major projects, ensuring successful execution from the design phase through to on-site completion.

They will act in a highly client-facing capacity, managing key stakeholder relationships, leading design meetings, and ensuring client expectations are consistently exceeded. A critical element of this role is the on-site delivery of projects within Ireland; the successful candidate will oversee the construction phases, resolve complex technical queries, and ensure adherence to the design intent and quality standards.

While not required to carry out day-to-day drafting, the Architect will utilize their Revit capabilities to efficiently navigate complex BIM models, review technical details, and provide expert guidance and mentorship to junior members of the team.

They will incorporate business development activities into their role, actively attending industry events, networking, and representing the practice at conferences and awards ceremonies to drive future business growth.

Ensure robust project governance and full compliance with Irish Building Regulations, BCAR, and all statutory requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

Degree in Architecture and registered with the RIAI (or equivalent professional body)

At least 15+ years of post-graduate experience, with proven experience delivering projects on-site within the Irish market

Capable Revit user with the ability to navigate models, review designs, and advise the wider BIM and architectural teams

Excellent client-facing, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Commercial awareness with a willingness to engage in business development and represent the company publicly

Comprehensive, in-depth knowledge of Irish Building Regulations, planning processes, and BCAR

Package

Salary 90k - 110k depending on experience

21 days annual leave

Monday to Friday, standard working hours

Hybrid Flexibility

Discretionary Bonus

Statutory sick pay

Pension scheme

Laptop and mobile phone

Contact

Mark Bowe is the consultant managing this position.

If you are an Architect / Architectural Technologist interested in roles based in Ireland, you can contact Mark by e-mail at mark@jobcontax.com or phone +353-1-9696681 for a confidential chat.

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