[Remote] Higher Education Studio Design Leader - Architecture

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. SmithGroup is an integrated design firm known for its innovative design solutions and strong workplace culture. They are seeking a Higher Education Studio Design Leader - Architecture to enhance design quality and mentor future design leaders while pursuing market strategies. The role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to achieve design excellence and business development goals.ResponsibilitiesWin and design projects that embody SmithGroup values and expectationsBuild and nurture a pipeline of future design leaders within the studio and across a regionExternally differentiate SmithGroup within the market through design excellence and innovationWith the Studio Leader, establish and achieve market goals at the local and regional levelsAdoption and use of SmithGroup tools and processes across the studio to ensure design quality for all projectsServe as Project Designer on key projects within the studio and region and with the Project Manager be responsible for project quality and team performanceCollaborate with Market Directors, Market Design Directors, and Studio Leaders on business development, pursuit strategies, team composition, and winning workLead studio efforts that support a firmwide culture of design excellence through critiques, thought leadership, achievement recognition, public relations, and talent developmentDrive a consistent level of design quality across the studio by ensuring SmithGroup standards, tools, and processes are utilized on all projectsEvaluate design work within the studio and region and determine the degree of design engagement needed at the individual project levelTake an active leadership role in fostering critical dialogue, rigor, and clear communication to improve design outcomes where neededProvide guidance to design team members in the development of client and stakeholder presentations and design materials to communicate designRepresent SmithGroup design and design values through publications, interviews, and market-based conference presentations and association eventsParticipate in client-facing business development activities, project pursuits, interviews, regional initiatives, leadership and management discussions, and committeesActively recruit, develop and mentor mid- and junior-level design talentSkillsA minimum of a bachelor's degree in architecture or equivalent combination of education experience required to be licensedMinimum 10 years of professional experienceProfessional licensure required; sustainability credentials preferredOriginal design work that has been built and recognized with design awards from external professional and public organizationsA clear commitment to integrated design, collaboration, and co-creation with clients, focusing on opportunities for design innovationAn advanced understanding of code implementation, jurisdiction review, construction practices and methodologies, and key typologies within the marketA proven ability to lead an integrated design process including architects, interior designers, engineers, planners, and site designersExpertise as a resourceful and strategic problem solver, committed to integrated thinking and holistic sustainabilityA creative and entrepreneurial spirit to embrace cultural trends, future technologies, production and presentation software, and other tools of our tradeAn understanding of scope responsibilities to maintain project schedule and workplanEffective communication and presentation skillsSustainability credentials preferredBenefitsFlexible schedulingA hybrid work environment3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off8 paid federal holidays15 extra Fridays offMedical, dental, and vision coverageWellbeing resourcesPaid parental leaveA flex spending accountVoluntary insurance options401(k) program with employer matchingTuition reimbursement programOne-on-one career coachingProfessional development opportunitiesPerformance-based bonus each yearCompany OverviewSMITHGROUP founded in 1853 and headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, is an international architectural, engineering, and planning firm. It was founded in 1853, and is headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.smithgroup.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipSmithGroup has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.