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Colliers Engineering & Design · 1 day ago

Principal Architect - Data Centers

San Francisco Bay Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$125K/yr - $200K/yr

15+ years exp

Colliers Engineering & Design, through its affiliate MG2, is seeking a Principal Architect - Data Centers to join their Client Programs Market team in San Francisco. The role involves leading studio business operations, overseeing team performance, and contributing to strategic initiatives aligned with firm-wide goals.

ArchitectureCivil EngineeringMechanical Engineering

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Oversee staffing assignments and build project teams that can successfully execute project work, and deliver excellence in design, technical expertise, and project management

Responsible for bringing in new clients and new revenue annually and will be provided with a top line revenue target

Maintain overall responsibility for project team performance, including design and delivery of contracted work and management of internal and external resources

Collaborate with market leaders to set strategic direction for their respective design practice studio in alignment with firm-wide goals and annual business plans

Oversee development and implementation of a consistent Rhythm-of-Business within the studio, including prescriptive guidelines for project execution and client services

Meet regularly with market leadership and Senior Project Managers to ensure design work is continuously executed in alignment with project budgets and client goals

Lead the development and implementation of firm-wide strategic initiatives including annual business planning

Oversee cross-market collaboration efforts including the continued growth of all regional design practices and successful project team integration

Continuously review all internal and external risks; lead successful implementation of risk mitigation strategies in alignment with the firm's interests

Lead the development of project proposals, RFP responses, and various business development initiatives

Develop and manage annual studio operational budget, in collaboration with other studio leaders

Manage health and viability of both new and existing client relationships through direct client interaction and identifying opportunities for growth

Collaborate with market leadership regarding acceptance of new work and strategic pursuits

Actively participate in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding

Meet regularly with studio leadership and people managers to proactively review performance of individual team members; provide constructive feedback and guidance as required

Oversee annual goal setting and performance reviews

Engages and collaborates with leaders and strategic partners across the firm with a focus on continuous improvement

Provides appropriate guidance and constructive feedback to all internal team members

Oversees regional practice integration and facilitates cross-market collaboration

Functions as a subject-matter-expert and firm-wide resource with a highly specialized or uniquely relevant skill set

Oversees implementation of all tactical execution strategies in alignment with annual business plans and firm-wide goals

Displays ability to successfully navigate conflict, effectively implement change, and facilitate difficult conversations focused on achieving specific outcomes

Engages in the development and implementation of internal Learning and Development resources

Accepts accountability for consistent deliverable quality, exceptional client services, and overall financial performance across regional offices and studio groups

Confidently makes strategic decisions with sound judgement related to staffing, business operations, and resource management

Appropriately prioritizes internal initiatives and billable work while balancing the needs of various teams and studio groups

Consistently engages with project leaders and people managers to ensure a safe, comfortable, and equitable work environment for all staff

Seeks out and actively engages in external community activities and philanthropic events beyond the pursuit of work

Contributes to intentional and thoughtful decision-making regarding staffing changes, employee promotions, and strategic team building

Invests time and dedicated resources to the growth and professional development of individuals and project teams

Qualification

Business operations leadershipFinancial managementClient relationship managementArchitecture degreeStrategic planningBusiness developmentStaffing resource managementEffective communicationConflict navigationTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture or related field

15+ years of experience in a professional architecture or design firm

Demonstrated success leading large-scale business operations and studio wide financial management

Proven ability to effectively lead diverse studio groups while implementing both tactical and strategic planning

Previous experience leading the development and implementation of large-scale strategic initiatives

Proven experience leading business development efforts including pursuing growth opportunities, as well as contributing to the creation of project proposals, RFP responses, and statements of qualifications

Effective communication skills and a demonstrated ability to foster collaborative team environments

Demonstrated ability to manage staffing resources across internal markets and multiple teams including those in different physical locations

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships

Previous involvement in future state organizational planning

Demonstrated ability to successfully navigate conflict while managing through change

Preferred

Certification as a licensed professional preferred

Benefits

Employer provided employee healthcare plan and reduced cost premium plans

Life insurance

Short and long-term disability coverage

Paid Time Off

7 paid Holidays

An additional 3 Floating Holidays

Employer sponsored Family Planning Program

Employer Paid Parental Leave

Learning & Career Development opportunities

Employee Wellness and Employee Assistance Program

Participation in a 401K program including eligible company match percentage, after waiting period

Company

Colliers Engineering & Design

Colliers Engineering is a provider of multi-discipline engineering, design, and consulting services to public and private sector clients. It is a sub-organization of Colliers.

Founded in 1984

Holmdel, New Jersey, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://colliersengineering.com

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