Director of architecture (m/f/d)

Job Description AECOM is seeking an experienced Director of Architecture, to lead and grow our architectural department in Germany. This is a leadership opportunity for a design-led architect with proven hands-on experience, delivering architectural projects across Germany using the HOAI (LPh 1–6). We are seeking a leader whose career has been built on architectural design delivery, with direct responsibility for authorship, technical accountability, and the authority to lead, defend, and approve design decisions throughout all phases of design and delivery. As Director of Architecture, you will define the direction of the department, lead/coordinate multidisciplinary teams across multiple locations, and oversee the full design lifecycle—from early strategic advisory through delivery and completion. You will play a critical role in expanding our market presence, developing future leaders, and shaping the long-term success of AECOM’s architecture business in Germany. What Does the Role Entail? Practice Leadership Define the strategic direction of the architecture practice in Germany and translate business priorities into measurable outcomes. Build, mentor, and develop high-performing teams across multiple offices. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and design excellence. Design Leadership Lead and actively contribute to architectural design delivery across HOAI LPh 1–6, from concept through technical design, permitting, tender, and construction support. Provide hands-on design leadership, with the technical credibility to challenge, direct, and approve design decisions—not simply oversee them. Establish design standards, technical governance, and quality across the practice. Lead multidisciplinary collaboration to deliver design excellence, technical integrity, and commercial value. Client & Market Leadership Build trusted relationships with clients, developers, investors, public authorities, and strategic partners. Lead domestic and international clients, translating global ambitions into locally compliant and commercially deliverable solutions in Germany. Identify new market opportunities, lead strategic pursuits, and strengthen AECOM’s market presence. Business & Operational Leadership Own business performance, team utilization, delivery excellence, and operational efficiency. Drive profitable growth, innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement.