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Nelson Worldwide

Senior Workplace Leader - Workplace Architecture & Design

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Nelson Worldwide
Design and architecture firm specializing in creating innovative spaces that inspire and elevate.
Lead growth, client relationships and operations for Workplace practice in Atlanta.
3d ago
$120,000 - $190,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Atlanta Metropolitan Area
Office Full-Time
Company Size
700 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture
Design
Engineering
Project Management
Consulting
Construction Services
Interior Design
Urban Planning
Sector Specialisms
Workplace
Tenant | Landlord
Retail & Restaurants
Hospitality
Mixed Use
Architectural Implementation
Industrial
Healthcare
Role
What you would be doing
revenue growth
client relationships
market intelligence
performance management
team mentoring
strategy execution
  • Foster a positive studio environment and maintain harmony. Resolve conflict and have difficult conversations with Teammates, peers, upper management and/or clients when necessary
  • Collaborate with Practice Leaders and others to develop a thoughtful and integrated go-to-market strategy
  • Conduct performance evaluations for your direct reports within studio as needed
  • Grow revenue organically, as well as grow new clients
  • Develop project leads
  • Mentor project leads on written and oral communication, presentation skills, time management, and prioritizing their team’s workload
  • Execute strategy to include, but not limited to, retaining and expanding current client relationships, driving increased revenue and profit streams, selection of new strategic business ventures for development and launch, and move forward the NELSON vision
  • Establish ability to appropriately delegate authority and maintain accountability in a large organization
  • Maintain and build a deep industry network, including Key players and “who’s who” in the Workplace represented
  • Culture of Transformation: Act as a community to accelerate firm impact
  • Foster a “pursuit of excellence” climate within the region and NELSON as a whole
  • Organize and prioritize tasks as needed to complete within the identified time frame
  • Mentor all Teammates in the execution of their responsibilities
  • Gather market and competitor intelligence and translate into effective positioning of NELSON and continuously gauge appropriate service offerings
  • Maintain vigilance on all business Profit and Loss indices to include but not limited to accounts receivable, overhead and support expenses, staff utilization, overtime, staffing, and other business projection tools
  • Set goals with project leads and create opportunities to achieve these goals
  • Provide studio performance feedback to Practice Leaders
  • Foster an environment to elevate and support NELSON’s, Vision, Mission, Values and Culture and Strategic Priorities
  • Build the organization towards meeting future Workplace opportunities
  • Conduct employee performance evaluations within studio on an annual basis and provide feedback to the Workplace Leadership Team; recommend salary increases for teammates with Business Leader
  • Advise Practice Leadership of project lead performance and team(s) dynamic on a quarterly basis
  • Manage expectations of project leads and Teammates, cast a vision for success of the studio
  • Provide opportunities to utilize individual’s strengths for their professional development as well as team performance
  • Develop network to support the recruiting efforts for the firm
  • Deliver feedback to inspire continuous learning
  • Partner with Practice Leadership to ensure that talent planning and management occurs at all leadership levels including succession planning, talent assessments and training and development
  • Establish and manage annual revenue projections for the market and Workplace in concert with other Leadership
  • Serve as an ambassador of NELSON to the market ensuring the growing strength of the NELSON brand across current and future business opportunities
What you bring
deltek vision
ms office
bachelor’s
leed
team builder
negotiator
  • Proven strong “seller doer”
  • Multifaceted business experience, able to effectively act across every Service Line and Practice Area and support function in the region
  • Expert negotiator capable of successfully positioning the talent and quality of NELSON deliverables and mitigating client grievances
  • Possess code knowledge and ensure team has incorporated permitting requirements into the deliverables
  • Basic knowledge of design, trends, construction methodology, materials application and manufacturer-supplier appropriateness
  • Ability to integrate Workplace market, competition, trends, organizational state and other issues into a coherent vision for change, development and growth
  • Self-confident personal style; able to present ideas to important constituencies, earning the confidence and trust of others; perceived as a thought leader; have the ability to deal with ambiguity and adapt to changing business conditions
  • Experienced team player with demonstrated ability to communicate and execute NELSON strategies and visions to the market
  • Effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing
  • Individual mentoring skills across multiple business disciplines; capable of fostering creativity and innovation at every level of the Workplace market enterprise
  • Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or Engineering from an accredited University; PLUS
  • Proficiency in understanding of financial management concepts
  • Expert team builder and experienced leader of business operations, staff development, business development, small team operations and executive senior staff teams
  • Exceptional influencing skills and preferred experience working across many areas and levels of the organization
  • Skilled vision caster and communicator with well-developed and proven motivational skills
  • Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Proficiency in Deltek Vision / Vantagepoint
  • 10+ years’ experience; or equivalent in appropriate education and experience in design profession and/or real estate consulting with at least 5+ years’ experience managing or leading a team
  • Basic knowledge of sustainability, integrated design and LEED, Well, EnergyStar guidelines
  • Intimate understanding of business financial reporting and keen ability to translate these into successful business strategies and operational business processes
  • Intelligent, decisive, quick, forward-thinking, strategic, and tactical executive; proven ability to work across an organization at all levels with technical, creative, and executive team members
Benefits
  • 401(K) plan with company match
  • Ultimate accountability for growth of NELSON's Workplace Practice within the Atlanta office and surrounding region
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid time off and holiday pay
  • Professional Development including discretionary support and reimbursement for registrations, certifications, and membership to a professional organization
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Flexible working schedules and work from home options based on client’s needs
  • Pet Insurance
  • Wellness program with rewards for healthy activities
  • Full health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
  • Founded with a passion for blending creativity and functionality, this company has built a reputation for innovative design solutions.
  • The company works across diverse sectors, creating impactful environments for workplaces, residential spaces, and more.
  • They have been involved in numerous high-profile projects, including corporate offices, healthcare facilities, and mixed-use developments.
  • With a focus on collaboration and tailored solutions, they have earned recognition for transforming spaces to fit evolving business needs.
  • Their design process is deeply rooted in understanding client needs, ensuring that each project not only looks striking but serves a purpose.
  • The company's portfolio spans across the globe, showcasing a variety of spaces that elevate functionality and creativity.
  • The team is known for its hands-on approach to each project, blending innovative design with cutting-edge technology.
Culture + Values
  • Purpose – guided by a singular purpose: to unlock unique value for each client
  • Precision – commitment to pragmatic, results-driven design measured by tangible benefits
  • Partnership – fostering collaboration through core principle of partnership
  • Results-Driven – focus on real-world outcomes, not transformation for its own sake
Environment + Sustainability
2030 Challenge
Commitment to Carbon Neutrality
The company is dedicated to achieving carbon neutrality across all new builds, major renovations, and developments in support of the AIA’s 2030 Challenge.
  • Sustainability is fundamental to design and delivery through practical, measurable goals.
  • Philadelphia office pursuing WELL and LEED certification with lighting sensors, green wall, and indoor air quality controls.
  • Partnered on 100% carbon-neutral shipping via Material Bank initiative.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion are integral to operations, collaboration, and innovation
  • Team reflects communities served with accountability woven into culture and business practices
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