Client Leader- Higher Education
About The Position
SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity 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 looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future. The Dallas office of SmithGroup is looking for a Client Leader- Higher Education to join our team.
Requirements
- A professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, or equivalent combination of related experience and/or training.
- 12+ 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.
- Project experience that includes a range of building/program types, complexity, and scale.
- Demonstrated track record of winning work, as part of an overall team, in planning, renovation, or new construction projects.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in working in a team setting, delivering high levels of client satisfaction and technical competence.
- 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 10-15%.
Nice To Haves
- LEED AP preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist Studio Leader in growing market share and net revenue.
- Assist Studio Leader in the development and growth of the studio consistent with SmithGroup’s strategic themes of growing the firm, building expertise, and designing holistically.
- Maintain relationships with past clients and develop relationships with current/new clients and work closely with Business Development, Marketing and studio leadership 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.
- Be accountable for the financial performance of your own projects.
- Participate in coaching, and career development of staff.
- Be involved in professional, civic, or community activities that support the goals and core values of SmithGroup – passion, sustainability, equity, community, curiosity, and integrity.
Benefits
- flexible scheduling
- hybrid work environment
- 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off
- 8 paid federal holidays
- 15 extra Fridays off
- medical, dental, and vision coverage
- wellbeing resources
- paid parental leave
- a flex spending account
- voluntary insurance options
- 401(k) program with employer matching
- tuition reimbursement program
- one-on-one career coaching
- professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
