Science & Technology Studio Director

2 weeks ago

Detroit, Michigan, United States SmithGroup Full time
Science & Technology Studio Leader

SmithGroup is an award-winning, integrated design firm that blends research, data, and technology with innovation and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges.

Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed-use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments.

We are seeking a passionate problem solver who wants to elevate design, push boundaries, and move us closer to a carbon-free future.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Grow practice market share and net revenue.
  • Provide leadership and management necessary for the development and growth of the studio consistent with SmithGroup's strategic themes of: growing the firm, building expertise, and designing holistically.
  • Clearly demonstrate the ability to consistently win work and assist teams in profitably delivering design excellence and client satisfaction.
  • Maintain relationships with past clients and develop relationships with current/new clients.
  • Work with the Office Director and the Director of Operations to ensure that marketing & sales budgets, revenue, and project performance targets are achieved and that studio issues are addressed.
  • Work closely with Business Development, Marketing, and discipline leaders to effectively market and grow our services.
  • Provide leadership and be actively involved in projects through all phases, from initial client contacts through marketing pursuits, sales efforts, contract negotiations, project kick-off, feasibility studies, strategic planning, master planning, programming, conceptual studies, schematic, design, design development, construction documentation, bidding and award, construction administration, move-in, follow-up, and on-going client relationship maintenance.
  • Consistently exhibit and demonstrate a commitment to SmithGroup core values - passion, sustainability, equity, community, curiosity, and integrity.
  • Develop and implement strategic objectives and studio budget in concert with the corporate practice and office objectives.
  • Work with discipline leaders and staff assuring the technical, administrative, and schedule targets are met.
  • Make authoritative decisions and recommendations in concert with the office leadership committee of significant impact on the office's primary activities, strategic objectives, guidelines, quality, standards, and principles.
  • Lead/coordinate communication efforts within assigned studio and between other studio leaders.
  • Participate in national practice forums and present at regional and national conferences.
  • Contribute to thought leadership initiatives that support the Science and Technology practice.
  • Participate in recruiting, coaching, and career development of staff.

Requirements:

  • A professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, or equivalent combination of related experience and/or training.
  • 15+ years related experience preferred and/or training (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in the AE Industry.
  • Registration or licensure in relevant field; LEED AP preferred.
  • Demonstrated effectiveness and a strong commitment to working in a team setting, delivering high client satisfaction and technical competence.
  • Strong leadership skills in the areas of business development; professional and civic involvement.
  • Strong business acumen and critical thinking skills in the pursuit of the work.
  • The ability to take responsibility and ownership to meet standards, budgets, schedules, and deadlines.
  • A high degree of self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to travel 25-35%.

Benefits:

  • SmithGroup's competitive compensation and benefit package is designed to meet the needs of a diverse staff.
  • Flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 401(k), parental leave, wellbeing resources, PTO immediately available to new hires, plus 15 extra Fridays off - on top of holidays.
  • One-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities.

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