Works with COO and Quality Assurance Director to innovate the firm’s Architectural practice
Leads Architectural staff in a single office in the execution of projects
Hires and trains new staff
The Architecture Director will work with firm leadership in identifying, establishing and implementing overall strategies for the Architecture unit for the Dallas office. They will manage resources, motivate and mentor staff, and assemble task groups as needed to study, implement and execute various standards and procedures.
Works with firm Principals to determine schedules and staffing for projects
Determines staffing needs based on future workload
Implements and oversee standards and procedures
LEED® AP preferred
Registered Architect
Authoritative leadership based on specialized expertise, knowledge of systems
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
Technical, analytical focus, working within established standards and guidelines
Strong organizational and time management skills
Proactive, expertise-based problem solving
Positive response to pressure
Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in the Architectural field on commercial projects
Experience in K-12, Higher Ed, commercial, and automotive market sectors is preferred
Sense of urgency to achieve timely, quality results
Positive communicator
Documented experience leading and mentoring an architectural staff
Must work well in a team environment, fostering collaboration
Proficiency with relevant industry software preferred, including Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe products, MS Office, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and VantagePoint.
Experience preparing and meeting project schedules
Professional degree in Architecture from a NAAB accredited University required