Director of Design at Progressive Companies in Charlotte, NC | Kablio

Role

Description

tech research

performance design

design strategy

client engagement

talent mentoring

integrated solutions

Research and leverage new technologies, ideas, and best practices to cultivate design excellence and win national design awards
Engage with strategic clients and partners to understand market trends, speaking at conferences and publishing thought leadership that advances our national practice goals
Mentor and develop design talent, establishing successful paths for those pursuing design craft expertise and broader leadership roles
Champion Performance-Based Design framework and regenerative mindset across projects, including post-occupancy validation of impact
Evolve Progressive Companies' design vision and translate it into actionable strategies across practices and disciplines, aligned with our regenerative and inclusive solutions
Collaborate with Directors of Architecture, Engineering, Strategy and Transformation and Talent to develop integrated design solutions and cultivate a culture of transparency and shared success

Requirements

15+ years

7+ years

professional services

thought leader

business strategy

licensed architect

Minimum 15 years of industry experience, including at least 7 years leading consultative professional engagements in a Design capacity
Experience leading professional services practice with demonstrated growth
Recognized thought leader through speaking, writing engagements, and award-winning projects
Established network and reputation in the industry
Knowledge of business strategy and ability to inspire integrated project teams toward common goals
Licensed Architect

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Founded in 1983, Progressive Companies has become a leading provider of engineering and construction services.
They specialize in delivering large-scale, high-impact projects in sectors such as energy, infrastructure, and transportation.
The company is known for its ability to handle complex projects that require precise engineering and construction expertise.
Over the years, Progressive has played a significant role in major residential, commercial, and industrial developments.
Their expertise spans across the entire project lifecycle, from initial design to construction and final commissioning.
Progressive's team is highly skilled, combining decades of experience with the latest technologies to deliver innovative solutions.
Their portfolio includes landmark projects in both public and private sectors, transforming communities and infrastructure.
Committed to safety and quality, Progressive delivers projects on time and within budget, making them a trusted partner for developers worldwide.

Culture + Values

People come first.
Everyone has a voice here.
We continually challenge the belief that all the best ways of doing things have already been discovered.
We’re dedicated to continuous creativity, curiosity, and giving our people the space, encouragement, and autonomy to grow.
High‑performing culture: unleashing the potential of each and every employee through diversity, leadership, learning, and trust.
Performance‑based design: decisions driven by clients’ performance measures.
Employee Ownership: staff have access to profit sharing, employee stock ownership, comprehensive benefits, and employee development programs.
People First: fun, inclusive, and engaging culture where people thrive.
Flexible hybrid schedule with remote options and summer hours off Friday afternoons.
Employee‑led committees for community involvement, CREW (fun), Wellness, and DEI.

Environment + Sustainability

60 Years

Years of Commitment

Committed to sustainable designs and innovation across all projects.

2030 Target

Carbon Neutral Buildings

All new buildings and renovations will be carbon neutral by 2030 as part of the AIA 2030 Challenge.

2030 Net-Zero

Net-Zero Target

Striving toward a 2030 net-zero target by minimizing operational and embodied carbon.

Use of energy‑modeling tools like cove.tool, TallyCAT, EC3 for selecting lower‑carbon materials.
Developed Sustainability Action Plan and using AIA’s Design Data Exchange for real‑time feedback.

Inclusion & Diversity

50% Female Representation

Board Composition

The Board of Directors reflects gender parity, with 50% female and 50% male members as of 2019.

DEI committee shares stories, education, and resources to build culture of belonging.
Universal Design expertise: removing physical and social barriers; enabling clients to pursue Universal Design Certification.
DEI is essential to innovation; guided by trust and respect, sustaining culture where people’s voices are seen, heard, valued.
Employees report robust ERGs and committees that recognize and celebrate diverse backgrounds.
Gender statistic: 50% female representation on Board; other gender‑related data not publicly available.

Articles

Design, Architecture and Engineering

Workplace Strategy

Markets – Workplace

Company

Overview

Founded in 1983, Progressive Companies has become a leading provider of engineering and construction services.
They specialize in delivering large-scale, high-impact projects in sectors such as energy, infrastructure, and transportation.
The company is known for its ability to handle complex projects that require precise engineering and construction expertise.
Over the years, Progressive has played a significant role in major residential, commercial, and industrial developments.
Their expertise spans across the entire project lifecycle, from initial design to construction and final commissioning.
Progressive's team is highly skilled, combining decades of experience with the latest technologies to deliver innovative solutions.
Their portfolio includes landmark projects in both public and private sectors, transforming communities and infrastructure.
Committed to safety and quality, Progressive delivers projects on time and within budget, making them a trusted partner for developers worldwide.

Culture + Values

People come first.
Everyone has a voice here.
We continually challenge the belief that all the best ways of doing things have already been discovered.
We’re dedicated to continuous creativity, curiosity, and giving our people the space, encouragement, and autonomy to grow.
High‑performing culture: unleashing the potential of each and every employee through diversity, leadership, learning, and trust.
Performance‑based design: decisions driven by clients’ performance measures.
Employee Ownership: staff have access to profit sharing, employee stock ownership, comprehensive benefits, and employee development programs.
People First: fun, inclusive, and engaging culture where people thrive.
Flexible hybrid schedule with remote options and summer hours off Friday afternoons.
Employee‑led committees for community involvement, CREW (fun), Wellness, and DEI.

Environment + Sustainability

60 Years

Years of Commitment

Committed to sustainable designs and innovation across all projects.

2030 Target

Carbon Neutral Buildings

All new buildings and renovations will be carbon neutral by 2030 as part of the AIA 2030 Challenge.

2030 Net-Zero

Net-Zero Target

Striving toward a 2030 net-zero target by minimizing operational and embodied carbon.

Use of energy‑modeling tools like cove.tool, TallyCAT, EC3 for selecting lower‑carbon materials.
Developed Sustainability Action Plan and using AIA’s Design Data Exchange for real‑time feedback.

Inclusion & Diversity

50% Female Representation

Board Composition

The Board of Directors reflects gender parity, with 50% female and 50% male members as of 2019.

DEI committee shares stories, education, and resources to build culture of belonging.
Universal Design expertise: removing physical and social barriers; enabling clients to pursue Universal Design Certification.
DEI is essential to innovation; guided by trust and respect, sustaining culture where people’s voices are seen, heard, valued.
Employees report robust ERGs and committees that recognize and celebrate diverse backgrounds.
Gender statistic: 50% female representation on Board; other gender‑related data not publicly available.

Articles

Design, Architecture and Engineering

Workplace Strategy

Markets – Workplace