What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate, Senior Architect/Designer position at UNS?
The Associate, Senior Architect/Designer (PL6) is responsible for leading multiple projects or large-scale projects, with accountability for overall design quality, technical content, feasibility, and building budget. This role combines design leadership, technical judgement, project oversight, and external representation. The position requires a high level of professional maturity, strong decision-making, and the ability to manage complexity across design, delivery, finance, and stakeholder relationships.
Purpose of the role
The purpose of this role is to lead and steer projects at a senior level, ensuring strong outcomes in design, technical development, and commercial performance. The Associate, Senior Architect/Designer plays a key role in maintaining project quality, managing risk, supporting business development, and representing UNS in formal and often sensitive contexts. The role also contributes to solving strategic, organisational, and project-related challenges in collaboration with the Leadership team.
Key responsibilities
Lead multiple projects or large and complex projects through all relevant phases.
Take responsibility for the overall design direction, technical quality, feasibility, and budget performance of projects.
Be accountable for project results across design, technical, and financial aspects.
Advise on and contribute to high-quality creative and architectural solutions.
Advise on and guide technical solutions, ensuring projects are robust, feasible, and aligned with project objectives.
Coordinate internal and external stakeholders across the full project lifecycle.
Represent the project and/or UNS in client meetings, consultant coordination, public presentations, and other formal settings.
Take decisions on complex or sensitive matters with sound professional judgement.
Support or contribute to acquisition and business development activities where relevant.
Identify, assess, anticipate, and control risks that may affect the design product, working process, project delivery, or the position of UNS.
Work closely with the Leadership team to address and manage strategic or project-related risks.
Apply organisational, political, and tactical awareness in complex stakeholder environments.
Contribute to the development of project teams and support strong collaboration across disciplines.
Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture.
Extensive professional experience and demonstrable proficiency across all key aspects of the architectural profession.
Minimum of 10 to 12 years of relevant professional experience after obtaining the relevant degree.
Proven experience in leading complex architectural projects and managing design, technical, and budget responsibilities.
Strong understanding of project delivery, stakeholder management, and risk control.
Why join UNS
UNS is renowned for its innovative and sustainable approach to architecture. By joining our team, you will become part of a global network of professionals dedicated to creating meaningful and impactful designs. We offer a collaborative and inspiring work environment where your ideas and expertise will be valued.
If you are ready to make a difference and contribute to exceptional architectural projects, we would love to hear from you!
Application
We look forward to receiving your C.V./resume portfolio short motivation letter.
Apply now and take the next step in your architectural journey with UNS.