Director Of Design

Overview

• Lead design strategy and innovation, ensuring creative excellence and impactful project outcomes within a dynamic architectural environment.
• Collaborate with leadership to cultivate a cohesive and integrated studio culture across diverse locations.
• Serve as a creative advisor on high-profile projects, driving design quality and client satisfaction.
• Support business development efforts through strategic client engagement and proposal preparation.
• Promote professional growth through mentorship, industry events, and training programs.
• Ensure design standards and tools are consistently updated to align with industry advancements.
• Foster strong client relationships to drive organizational growth and success.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Collaborate with design leaders to elevate practices and foster a culture of creativity and innovation.
• Lead the design studio across offices, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and standards.
• Provide expert guidance on design standards, tools, and processes to project teams.
• Facilitate training and development opportunities to enhance team skills and knowledge.
• Research and share market trends and innovations to maintain competitive advantage.
• Actively participate in business development activities, including client presentations and proposal preparation.
• Promote the firm’s design voice through marketing initiatives and award submissions.
• Mentor and coach team members to foster professional growth and collaboration.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Interior Design is required.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in interior architecture, focusing on commercial interiors.
• Licensed Architect or Interior Designer with LEED CI and WELL Building accreditation.
• Proficiency in Revit, Enscape, Adobe Suite, and MS Office tools.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills to inspire and develop teams.
• Excellent communication and storytelling abilities for client engagement and presentations.
• Commitment to research-driven design and active participation in the design community.
• Ability to travel as required to support organizational objectives across offices.