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About the Role
SOM is seeking a Design Leader for the London studio to drive design ideas and deliver ambitious global projects. This senior role involves shaping projects from concept to completion, integrating strategic vision with design excellence, and leading interdisciplinary teams to achieve future-focused outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Champion the design process from early concept through delivery
- Ensure project constructability, performance, and exceptional quality
- Lead cross-disciplinary reviews and resolve complex challenges
- Mentor the next generation of talent
- Contribute to a dynamic, design-led culture
- Articulate compelling design narratives for clients and collaborators
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience leading large-scale, complex projects
- Passionate advocate for impactful and sustainable design
- Natural leader capable of energizing interdisciplinary teams
- Articulate communicator able to express design intent through documentation and dialogue
- Ability to promote thought leadership and mentorship
- Portfolio and CV submission required
Skills
- Design leadership
- Strategic vision
- Interdisciplinary team management
- Sustainable design
- Design communication
- Project delivery
Location
- London, UK
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 7+ years
Education Level
- Licensed preferred
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Disability, life, and accident insurance
- Retirement support
- Employee assistance programs
- Workplace flexibility
- Paid holidays and family leave
- Paid time off
- Professional license and certification reimbursement
- In-house career development and mentorship programs
About the Company
- Global collective of architects, designers, engineers, and planners
- Renowned for pushing boundaries in technical and environmental innovation
- Committed to design excellence, sustainability, and decarbonizing the built environment
- Operates an international network of studios
Equal Opportunity
- Equal opportunity and affirmative action employer
- Recognized on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index
- Committed to advancing equity in the practice and profession