Principal Architect - Data Centers
$125,000–$200,000 year
On-siteSan Francisco, California, United States
Job Summary
Oversee studio business operations, including staffing assignments, project team execution, and annual budget management. Lead business development efforts by cultivating client relationships, driving new revenue targets, and developing proposals and RFP responses. Manage strategic initiatives aligned with firm-wide goals, including regional practice integration, cross-market collaboration, and risk mitigation strategies. Direct performance reviews, goal setting, and internal learning resources while maintaining design quality and client service standards. Navigate conflict and facilitate change to achieve specific outcomes across diverse studio groups.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture or related field
- 15+ years of experience in a professional architecture or design firm
- Certification as a licensed professional
- Demonstrated success leading large-scale business operations and studio wide financial management
- Proven ability to effectively lead diverse studio groups while implementing both tactical and strategic planning
- Previous experience leading the development and implementation of large-scale strategic initiatives
- Proven experience leading business development efforts including pursuing growth opportunities, as well as contributing to the creation of project proposals, RFP responses, and statements of qualifications
- Effective communication skills and a demonstrated ability to foster collaborative team environments
- Demonstrated ability to manage staffing resources across internal markets and multiple teams including those in different physical locations
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships
- Previous involvement in future state organizational planning
- Demonstrated ability to successfully navigate conflict while managing through change
Desired Qualifications
- Certification as a licensed professional preferred
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