Fisher Associates · 18 hours ago
Director of Placemaking + Community Design
Buffalo, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$175K/yr - $205K/yr
15+ years expFisher Associates is a multidisciplinary design services firm seeking a Director of Placemaking + Community Design to lead and grow their planning, landscape architecture, and architecture practice. This role involves driving practice growth, market expansion, and ensuring high-quality project delivery while mentoring a high-performing team.
Consulting
Responsibilities
Lead the strategic direction, growth, and financial performance of the Placemaking + Community Design practice, providing award-winning work while achieving annual revenue and profitability targets
Partner with senior leadership to develop and execute business development and growth strategies
Secure work from existing and new clients in support of the annual business plan and strategic initiatives
Build and sustain trusted relationships with clients, partners, and industry stakeholders
Identify and pursue market opportunities while representing Fisher through industry leadership and engagement
Ensure successful project delivery through accountable Project Managers, with oversight of budgets, schedules, quality, and client satisfaction
Oversee proposal development to clearly communicate value and align with firm standards
Collaborate across disciplines and geographies to deliver integrated, multi-disciplinary solutions
Build, lead, and retain a high-performing team through mentoring, coaching, and performance management
Support employee development through career planning, skill building, and learning opportunities
Partner with HR to ensure projects are appropriately staffed and aligned with business and financial goals
Lead by example, demonstrating accountability, professionalism, and alignment with the firm’s Core Values and Clientship philosophy
Travel as required (approximately 25%)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, or a related field; Master's preferred
15+ years of experience in technical professional services, including senior leadership roles with responsibility for strategy, growth, and financial performance
Broad knowledge of Landscape Architecture, Planning, and Architecture, with deep expertise in at least one discipline
Proven success leading the full client lifecycle and executing strategic growth plans and budgets
Demonstrated ability to identify market opportunities, build trusted client relationships, and deliver results in competitive environments
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) Plan
Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
Hybrid Work Schedule
Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
Strong Work-life Balance
Shareholders Program
Professional Development Opportunities and Reimbursement
Supplemental Benefits Designed for Total Well-being and Financial Security
Engage with a variety of employee groups focused on community, inclusion, and employee voice.
Company
Fisher Associates
Fisher Associates is a multidisciplinary design services firm headquartered in Rochester, NY, with nine locations nationwide.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Claire Chayka Fisher
CEO
Roseann (Bills) Schmid, P.E.
Chief Executive Officer
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