Federal Studio Director

Overview

Lead federal architectural team, ensure design excellence, compliance, and project success.

Key Responsibilities

• talent recruitment
• project oversight
• design quality
• compliance management
• financial management
• client liaison

Tasks

-Champion recruitment efforts to attract and retain top federal design talent. -Oversee all aspects of federal projects, ensuring design excellence, quality, contract compliance, and client satisfaction. -Support firmwide initiatives related to sustainability, technology, and design research within the federal market. -Monitor performance and professionalism of staff and provide informal and formal feedback. -Provide oversight to the Studio’s Architectural Manager who is responsible for technical leadership and quality assurance for the architectural design team. -Provide oversight to the project managers, monitor and evaluate project schedules and profitability; identify and implement corrective actions or process improvements as needed. -Serve as a primary point of contact for architectural aspects of federal projects and liaise with contracting officers and federal representatives. -Partner with the Federal Market Sector Principal to implement strategic growth initiatives within the federal market. -Review and support consultant agreements, fee proposals, and scopes of work in coordination with the Federal Market Sector Principal. -Collaborate with engineering and QA teams to ensure compliance with federal standards, Design Quality Management Plans, and Quality Control procedures. -Encourage cross-discipline innovation and collaboration to enhance efficiency and creativity in project delivery. -Conduct employee performance reviews, provide coaching, and identify growth opportunities for architectural personnel. -Identify new opportunities and trends in federal design and construction to inform long-term strategic planning. -Mentor architectural staff in design excellence, documentation standards, and federal project delivery methods (Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build, IDIQ, CMAR, etc.). -Oversee the Federal Studio’s Project team assignments and workload distribution between staff. Ensure FTE report is accurate and complete. Monitor, evaluate and adjust project assignments to ensure projects are delivered on schedule and in budget. -Participate in the Architectural Leadership Team. Develop and implement initiatives to address issues or challenges. -Ensure adherence to contract scope, documentation, and reporting requirements. -Uphold a culture of continuous improvement and lessons learned across the Federal Studio. -Partner with engineering discipline directors, project managers, and the Federal Market Sector Principal to align goals and ensure project success. -Ensure project data is accurate and up to date in all systems, including: -Ensure the Studio’s Project financials are accurate and complete including invoicing and revenue projections. -Participate in business development efforts, including proposals, interviews, and presentations. -Train and develop a high performing, engaged architectural team within the Federal Studio to achieve studio/project objectives. Ensure direct reports are accountable for the performance of their staff/teams. -Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction for the architectural staff assigned to federal projects. -Serve as a visible advocate and subject matter expert in the federal design community through speaking engagements and professional involvement. -Maintain comprehensive understanding of federal contract terms, requirements, and compliance standards (FAR, DFARS, etc.). -Lead by example in building client trust and maintaining long-term relationships within the federal market. -Resolve project challenges and provide executive-level oversight across multiple active projects.

Requirements

• revit
• deltek
• pmp
• licensed architect
• 10+ years
• leadership

What You Bring

-Skilled in balancing multiple project priorities while maintaining quality and schedule. -Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Deltek Vantagepoint; Revit experience preferred. -PMP certification a plus. -Proven ability to lead architectural teams within a multidisciplinary A/E environment. -Strong understanding of design, production, and project management processes. -Experience with Department of Defense and/or other federal agencies strongly preferred. -Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or closely related field. -Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to collaborate across disciplines. -Comprehensive knowledge of federal project delivery processes and compliance standards. -Licensed Architect or Licensed Engineer (PE) required. -10+ years of experience in federal design and project management. -Ability to analyze data to drive financial and operational decisions.

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About Fsb Architects + Engineers

-Headquartered in Oklahoma City, it combines in-house architects, interior designers, landscape architects and full-spectrum engineers. -Specializing in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, structural, civil and fire-protection engineering across diverse project types. -Leads high-profile federal and aviation projects, such as Air Force One facilities and critical facilities for military clients. -Operates regionally with satellite offices serving civic, educational and government sectors across the U.S. -Under evolving leadership, the firm continues expanding its reach while preserving a tight-knit, collaborative spirit.

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