Commercial Design Lead

Hoefer Welker•Orlando, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Commercial Design Lead, the ideal candidate will have a proven track record of establishing and driving the creative vision for projects while leading and mentoring multidisciplinary design teams. This individual will bring a strong understanding of innovative design principles balanced with pragmatic technical knowledge, and a demonstrated ability to deliver thoughtful, high-quality solutions that align with the needs of project stakeholders. The role will be responsible for elevating design outcomes and exceeding client expectations by guiding the team toward meaningful, intentional solutions. Ultimately, the Commercial Design Lead will help create design strategies that deliver value, support project goals, and achieve successful outcomes for clients.

Requirements

Fifteen (15) or more years of experience
Professional degree in architecture from an accredited program
Experience as a Senior Designer with business development and client management success within the architectural industry
Architectural registration required with current license
NCARB registration preferred
LEED Green Associate Accreditation desired
Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and willingness to use insured personal vehicle in the courses of employment
Microsoft Office knowledge required
Deltek Vantagepoint knowledge preferred
Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
Ability to work effectively in a team atmosphere
Meet deadlines
Knowledge of design, trends, and construction methodology
Detail and goal oriented
Strong understanding of the business of design, including financial metrics, fee structures, and project delivery models
Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to influence internal teams and external clients
Understanding of market trends, knowledge of current leaders and peers within the design community
Proven skills in engaging both current and new clients that are both introduced through firm wide connections and individual strategic pursuits
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and possess strong writing skills to represent the firm professionally externally as well as internally
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to confidently and decisively take action
Ability to travel nationally for client meetings, business development, and team engagement

Nice To Haves

Licensure preferred but not required
Deltek Vantagepoint knowledge preferred
Design-build and sustainability experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Foster relationships with new clients, as well as generating repeat business with previous clients
Report to principal-in-charge any observations made in the marketplace that may represent areas for improvement or opportunities for new strategic initiatives by Hoefer Welker
Conduct architectural studies, develop design concepts and design criteria, prepare reports, calculations, and detailed design
Actively collaborate with and coordinate the services of consultants and knowledge resources so that project deliverables are integrated and support the design concept and performance goals of the project
Focus on client satisfaction and creating design solutions
Seek creative and innovative solutions to assigned tasks and develop appropriate research and documentation to support these solutions
Maintain an awareness of the scope, schedule, budget, and status of all assigned projects and assist in determining probable cost
Develop and maintain client confidence in HW staff and operations by maintaining a high level of professionalism, accountability, and performance
Find and pursue opportunities for HW to get short-listed for projects
Continuously cultivate and maintain positive relationships with sources for lead generation (A/Es, consultants, Real Estate execs, trade associations, etc.) and coordinate the office-wide cultivation of ally relationships
Stay in frequent contact with new, existing, and past clients to uncover opportunities, acts as a sounding board with respect to our performance and as a lead generation activity.
Serves as a constant vocal advocate for the client and external perspectives in the execution of our business
Direct responsibility for certain clients and project opportunities; assists other members of the HW team in keeping commitments with the clients/projects
Assist in gathering and implementing the appropriate information for proposals
Generate, distribute, and discuss post-proposal debriefs
Commercial subject matter expert in the building type science, program, and budget, as well as consultant teaming, scope of services, and fees
Maintain prospect information/tracking data and provide input to other company pipeline and conversion systems