Higher Education Market Leader

Studio LeaderThis role is responsible for leading the Studio in all applicable aspects of our client's Strategic Plan as approved by the Board of Directors. Oversees Studio activities, including client and project commitments, with a primary focus on new business development and client maintenance. Leads these activities, including the coordination with marketing budget expenditures, client and project pursuits, project profit goals, and fee and contract negotiations, to achieve the goals and objectives set by Corporate Leadership on behalf of the Company. One Studio Leader from within each Studio, as designated by Corporate Leadership, has responsibility for coordinating the efforts of that Studios Studio Leadership Team as noted below.Typical DutiesDesignated by Corporate Leadership to coordinate the efforts of all the Studio Leaders in their respective Studios are responsible for leading the process for developing and implementing that Studios marketing plan, including strategic planning, positioning, business development, sales and revenue tracking. These designated Studio Leaders are also responsible for managing the annual marketing budget for the Studio as directed by Corporate Leadership.Facilitate efforts across offices, both in pursuing and processing work, to further the Studios growth and development with the goal of establishing and maintaining a strong presence for each Studio in all of our Companys geographic locations.Coordinate with the efforts of the Managing Principals and overseeing PIC project activities, including: the development, negotiation and implementation of the professional services proposal/contract process, establishing project service delivery requirements, hour allocations, team structure and project schedule commitments and project profit goals consistent with the Company's established policies, procedures and resource capabilities.Serve as one of the Company's main participants and spokespersons with prospective clients, professional organizations and the public, playing a lead role in the marketing of the Company's professional services. This includes participating in positioning activities, including presenting the Company at conferences and seminars, publishing articles, and networking with individuals and professional organizations.All Studio Leaders, working in coordination with the Managing Principals, shall identify a core team of experts within each technical discipline (as appropriate to the size and geographic reach of the Studio) to service clients and provide technical expertise specific to the Studio.Represent the Company as Principal-in-Charge when requested or required and provide other direct billable services as appropriate to meet the Companys overall chargeability goals.Job QualificationsProfessional Bachelors Level Degree in Architecture or EngineeringProfessional LicensureLEED Accredited preferredMinimum fifteen years' professional experience with five years in business developmentExtensive knowledge of all aspects of professional services from marketing through project close-out, including design and technical expertiseA comprehensive understanding of the coordination aspects and related requirements of all design disciplinesAbility to motivate others and develop teamwork; excellent writing and speaking skills, and strong organizational skillsAbility to work well with others under deadline situationsVery detail-oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic and flexiblePossess strong business acumenA senior level position, highly visible to clients and employees, that requires maturity, assertiveness, integrity and the ability to lead, influence and persuadeAbility to interact well in various business and social settings with all types of people in a mature and professional mannerCapable of performing all the duties of a Project Manager (see Position Description)Computer literate.Physical RequirementsCapable of traveling to and from project sites for attending client, project and construction meetingsAbility to access existing and new project sites for observation, investigation and evaluation purposes