Regional Workplace Leader

DLR Group•Austin, TX

About The Position

DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place. DLR Group's Texas region has an opening for a Regional Workplace Leader. This role could be based in the following cities: Dallas Houston Austin About Workplace at DLR Group DLR Group’s Workplace practice provides a suite of services to end users and developers throughout the US, including core and shell architecture, tenant improvement, interior design, workplace strategy, engineering, and building performance optimization. The distributive leadership of our Workplace studio enables us to mobilize comprehensive teams that can meet the requirements of virtually any workplace building project or program, regardless of size or location. Position Summary DLR Group is seeking a Regional Workplace Leader to guide the strategic growth and performance of our Workplace sector in the Texas region. In this leadership role, you will partner with firmwide sector and regional leaders to advance market presence, strengthen client relationships, and deliver design excellence. You will lead business development strategies, support high-performing project teams, and mentor emerging talent while elevating the firm’s reputation through thought leadership and impactful work. This role is ideal for a collaborative leader who combines design insight, market awareness, and entrepreneurial drive to shape the future of the sector.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, or a related field
Demonstrated experience in a client-facing role leading large, complex projects
Proven ability to drive strategic growth through client relationships, market engagement, and project pursuits
Strong understanding of design excellence, project delivery, and integrated team collaboration
Strong network within the Texas Workplace market
Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage clients, partners, and internal teams
Strong business acumen with experience contributing to strategic planning and operational performance
Ability to lead and inspire multidisciplinary teams while mentoring and developing emerging talent

Nice To Haves

Professional licensure in architecture, engineering, or interior design
Established industry presence with involvement in professional organizations, conferences, or publications
Experience leading complex, large-scale design or development projects
Demonstrated recognition for design excellence, thought leadership, or industry contributions

Responsibilities

Partner with sector and regional leadership to develop and implement strategies that support the growth and performance of the sector within the region
Lead business development efforts, identify new opportunities, set strategy, and cultivate lasting client relationships
Collaborate with design leaders, project teams, and regional leaders to pursue and deliver high-quality work
Promote design excellence and innovation across projects while supporting the firm’s integrated design approach
Serve as a recognized thought leader through industry engagement, speaking opportunities, and professional involvement
Represent the sector internally and externally, sharing insights, accomplishments, and strategic priorities
Recruit, mentor, and develop team members to support long-term growth and professional advancement
Participate in performance management and career development conversations for sector staff
Work collaboratively with leadership to align staffing, resources, and business strategies with sector goals
Travel as needed to support client engagement, team collaboration, project delivery, and industry events