Chief Practice Officer

LS3P • Charleston, SC

40d

About The Position

Our vision is simple. In our commitment to the Southeast, we create architecture that enriches community through a culture of design excellence and expertise, innovation and collaborative engagement. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to creating spaces that enrich communities with lasting impact. Our projects are driven by a deep understanding of local culture, needs, and aspirations, resulting in designs that resonate with and enhance the communities they serve. At LS3P, we don't just design buildings; we create iconic landmarks that define skylines, inspire people, and transform spaces. Join us in shaping the future of architecture and design in the Southeast! LS3P’s Chief Practice Officer (CPO) is responsible for elevating the firm’s design excellence, technical rigor, and innovation culture across all offices and markets. As a member of the executive leadership team of LS3P, the CPO ensures that the firm’s practice standards, processes, and performance align with our strategic goals and values. This position leads a multidisciplinary group of practice integration leaders who shape the firm’s approach to design, technical delivery, specifications, construction administration, quality assurance/risk management, research, sustainability, innovation and digital practice. Through seamless integration of these project components, the Chief Practice Office ensures all LS3P projects are delivered at a world class level for our clients, regardless of project size, scope and complexity.

Requirements

• For consideration, candidates must be a licensed Architect in FL, GA, NC, or SC with 15+ years of practice experience and be an LS3P Shareholder.
• A resume and cover letter are required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain firmwide design and technical standards in collaboration with practice integration leaders.
• Evaluate and refine practice strategy annually to ensure alignment with firm goals.
• Champion design excellence, technical quality, sustainability, innovation, and research integration across all projects.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration among practice, market, and operational leaders.
• Drive initiatives for practice outlined in our 5-year strategic plan.
• Lead firmwide adoption of standardized practice and delivery processes.
• Monitor project performance metrics, including quality, documentation accuracy, and delivery efficiency.
• Conduct and implement post project reviews to capture lessons learned and improve future performance.
• Reduce RFIs, change orders, and documentation errors through improved QA/QC protocols.
• Partner with market leaders to ensure practice initiatives support market and business development strategies.
• Collaborate with executive peers to align talent, technology, and resource planning with practice needs.
• Participate in executive leadership meetings to integrate practice considerations into firmwide decision making.
• Engage with clients and industry peers as a representative of the firm’s practice integration leadership.
• Develop and oversee professional development programs for design, technical, and sustainability team members.
• Lead and support practice integration leaders and their initiatives.
• Facilitate internal knowledge sharing and training events.
• Track and improve staff engagement, satisfaction, and retention related to practice support.
• Build and sustain a pipeline of future practice and firm leaders.

Benefits

• Ongoing engagement with fantastic design team members
• To develop new skills and contribute to world-class projects
• Participate in meaningful collaboration and research efforts
• A competitive compensation and benefits package
• Professional development allowance to toward educational opportunities
• Leadership development and mentoring across sectors, markets, offices and the firm
• Participation in community service and outreach occasions supporting local and national organizations
• Flexibility and balance in your schedule

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed