Architectural Practice Leader

Overview

• Lead and oversee architectural practice operations, ensuring efficient project execution and alignment with organizational goals.
• Mentor and develop architectural staff, fostering professional growth and adherence to industry standards.
• Collaborate with leadership to strategize project schedules and allocate resources effectively.
• Forecast future project demands, ensuring optimal staffing and resource availability.
• Recruit, onboard, and train new team members, maintaining updated job descriptions and training programs.
• Implement and uphold operational standards and procedures to enhance efficiency and quality assurance.
• Coordinate with technology and operations teams to provide necessary resources for staff performance.
• Manage administrative tasks, including reviewing timesheets and expense reports for reporting staff.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Direct architectural teams in delivering projects that meet client expectations and timelines.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, addressing complex project challenges effectively.
• Collaborate with principals to plan and allocate resources for project success.
• Anticipate workload and staffing needs to maintain project momentum and quality.
• Develop and implement operational standards to streamline processes and ensure quality.
• Facilitate recruitment, onboarding, and training initiatives to build a strong team foundation.
• Ensure staff have access to necessary tools and resources for optimal performance.
• Oversee administrative processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational policies.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Architecture (B.Arch.) or equivalent degree required.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in architectural practice, with 12 years preferred.
• Proven leadership experience at the director level within architectural operations.
• Strong knowledge of project scheduling, resource allocation, and team management.
• Experience in recruiting, onboarding, and training architectural staff.
• Proficiency in implementing and overseeing operational standards and procedures.
• Ability to forecast workload and staffing needs effectively.
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills, including document review and approval.