Director, Term Contracts - Education

Baskervill • Richmond, VA

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

Baskervill is a multidisciplinary design firm with a growing global footprint and over a century of experience. Their Education Studio is expanding and seeking an experienced Director to join their team. This role involves hands-on work across various project types and scales, guided by the mantra 'Ask, Listen, Create'. The ideal candidate will be independent, flexible, detail-oriented, and collaborative, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Requirements

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Architecture, Interior Design or Engineering
• 12+ years of professional architecture, interior design or engineering experience, ideally with experience in Education project types
• Professional licensure or working towards licensure
• Proficiency in Revit
• Knowledge and aptitude in other design software platforms preferred, including but not limited to: SketchUp, Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite, Miro, and Office 365
• A desire to work collaboratively with team members in a constructive and engaged manner
• Experience managing/mentoring junior staff
• The willingness to travel, as there will be travel to regional campuses required

Responsibilities

• Manage design and production work for the Term Contracts team
• Work closely with Principals and Baskervill support staff to ensure adherence to Baskervill processes
• Mentor junior design staff to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
• Serve as the client’s primary point of contact for projects
• Be involved in all aspects of the design process, including internal and external team meetings, from concept through construction administration
• Coordinate with internal and external project team members, engineers, and consultants in a timely fashion, with professionalism and compassion
• Oversee drawings in Revit

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage with 100% of employee premiums funded
• Paid parental leave
• A 401(k) with employer match
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Paid personal time, paid holidays, and a floating holiday
• Flex spending account
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and skills
• 5% Ask initiative (employees collectively contribute an average of 1,000 volunteer hours each year, working with local nonprofit organizations)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director