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DLR Group · 1 day ago

Studio Design Leader, Education

DLR Group is an integrated design firm committed to elevating the human experience through design. The Studio Design Leader will lead and collaborate on the design process for educational projects, ensuring alignment with client goals, budgets, and schedules while promoting design excellence and innovation.

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Responsibilities

Have the ability to craft and test conceptual ideas quickly and to facilitate collaborative review of the work
Promote design excellence through design charettes, critiques, sharing of projects, and design award submissions
Work collaboratively with Sector Leaders and and staff to lead the pursuit, award, design and resolution of work
Be a recognized and respected as a design expert within the education market
Provide thought leadership and innovation within the firm as well as with clients and the educational industry
Have an appreciation and passion for leading an integrated design team
Have excellent presentational, written, and verbal communication skills coupled with strong organizational skills
Attend industry events and improve DLR Group brand recognition through publications, conferences, and speaking engagements
Ability to work both independently and effectively in a cross-disciplinary team atmosphere and across multiple offices
Have a comprehensive understanding of the coordination aspects and related requirements of all design disciplines
Ability to travel as project needs demand

Qualification

Design leadershipEducational project experience3D Rendering SoftwareMaster’s Degree in ArchitectureLicensed ArchitectCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeam collaboration

Required

10+ years of relevant experience as a Designer on educational projects
Demonstrated experience in a client facing role for multiple education projects (K-12 and/or Higher Education)
Sketch-up and other 3D Rendering Software (Revit, Enscape, Lumion)

Preferred

Master's Degree in Architecture or B.Arch professional degree
Licensed Architect or ability to become registered
NCARB certified

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability
Wellness programs
Flex spending
Paid holidays
Paid time off
401(k) plan
Employee stock ownership
Bonus opportunities

Company

DLR Group

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DLR Group is a full-service design business that specializes in new construction architecture, engineering, interior design, and planning.

H1B Sponsorship

DLR Group has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (10)
2024 (9)
2023 (8)
2022 (7)
2021 (9)
2020 (6)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Amy Riley
Architect
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Andy Ernsting
Senior Principal - Brand Communications Leader
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