Associate Director - Amsterdam, Nederland - UNStudio

Beschrijving

Associate Director

Exciting opening at UNStudio Become a leader for one of our teams, reporting to the Director.

Full-time - Amsterdam

As an Associate Director, also called Associate Design Director, you will be in a multi-dimensional role.

In a nutshell, you will be leading the design development, mentoring senior architects and curating the process at the milestones and as needed.

We are searching for a higly-creative and ambitious individual who carries solid design direction experience.

You will oversee the implementation of the best practices, focus on design, strategic planning and support, but primarily be held accountable for the Design Excellence in all aspects of the projects.

This role is perfect for someone who wants to make a big impact and leave a mark in historical projects created by UNStudio.

Does this seem exciting?


The Position:

• Lead and oversee creative aspect of multiple largescale projects, ensuring the excellence of the overall design, technical content, feasibility, and adherence to budget constraints.
• Take full accountability for project outcomes, encompassing design excellence, technical proficiency, and financial viability.
• Represent UNStudio in formal meetings, where decisions of complex or sensitive nature are made, showcasing strong leadership and decisionmaking skills.
• Utilize extensive knowhow and advisory skills to navigate significant complexities inherent in project execution.
• Identify, assess, and proactively manage potential risks that could impact project delivery, operational efficiency, or the firm's position, contributing to effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, fostering trust and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Drive business development initiatives for product design, leveraging your expertise and network to expand UNStudio's market presence and opportunities

The Requirements:

• Education in Architecture
• Demonstrated proficiency in all aspects of the Design Direction, with a minimum of 10 years of experience in a leadership role.
• Strong track record of successfully leading and delivering largescale projects, with a focus on design excellence and innovation.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, navigate ambiguity, and drive results in a dynamic and fastpaced environment.
• Strategic mindset with a keen business acumen, capable of identifying and capitalizing on emerging opportunities in the product design market.
• Collaborative approach to leadership, fostering teamwork, mentorship, and knowledge sharing within the organization.
• We look forward to receiving your C.V./resume + portfolioWhen you work at UNStudio
• You have the opportunity to work on high profile, challenging global projects
• You are part of a creative, fresh, professional and academic working environment
• The city centre of Amsterdam is on your doorstep: one of the world's most beautiful cities
• Research is an integrated and valued part of your daily work
• You have the opportunity to initiate and develop research projects with external companies and institutions
• Your experience is highly valued, but your innovative and entrepreneurial attitude is ranked highest
• You work in a young international team that is highly ambitious, collegial and social, made up of recently graduated architects, experienced senior architects and everything inbetween
• You design through discovery, and learn on the job
• You get as much creative freedom as you are willing to take
• You find yourself in a responsible position as soon as you are ready
• Friday Afternoon Drinks are always waiting for you
• Our annual Summer and Winter Events have become legendary
• You have 30 annual holidays, with a holiday allowance in addition to your annual salary