Commercial Architecture Leader

Job Description

Commercial Architecture Leader

 

Dewberry is seeking a Commercial Architecture Leader with a minimum of 20 years’ experience with subject matter expertise and management of architectural projects including retail, hospitality and workplace, to champion growth through strategic planning, fostering internal collaboration, client and business development across our practice.  This position open in our Fairfax, VA; Orlando, FL; Elmhurst, IL; Peoria, IL; Houston, TX; or Tulsa, OK office.

 

The Commercial Architecture Leader will be a market-focused strategic thinker with deep client relationships and technical subject matter expertise in Retail, hospitality, and Workplace. This individual will collaborate with other Dewberry leaders to develop and implement strategies for sustained growth in this Market Segment and identify and pursue opportunities to expand market share. This position will report directly to the Dewberry Architects Inc. President.

 

Here at Dewberry, we design workplace and retail settings that fit client goals and to attract and retain talent. Important design considerations include corporate culture and branding, collaboration areas, flexible workspace options, and amenities such as fitness/wellness facilities and café/dining space. We understand that office layout, work are types, furniture design/A/V, network design, thermal comfort, and safety measures all affect employee productivity, absenteeism, and retention.

 

Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call “Dewberry at Work,” that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.

 

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the Commercial Architecture Leader will include the following:

 

Strategic Planning

• Identify market drivers at the national, regional, and local levels
• Identify investments opportunities that support meaningful contribution to the Market Segment Tactical Plan and Corporate Strategic Plan
• Coordinate needs with Dewberry Architects Inc. operational leadership to support project resources, recruiting, and investments.

Internal Collaboration

• Lead pre-positioning and the development of capture plans to win key clients and projects by:
  • Leveraging the full resources of Dewberry
  • Establishing strong internal teaming relationships with Dewberry Architectural, Engineering and Construction companies
  • Driving integrated sales across the Enterprise
  • Building competitive position in the Market
  • Fostering innovative project delivery, including turnkey and lifecycle services
• Drive collaboration across the Dewberry Enterprise’s broader Real Estate and Commercial Development market segment and sub-segment practices, as well as other related Dewberry market segments

• Assist in the recruiting and hiring of key project staff

• Identify opportunities to pre-position for strategic pursuits by engaging all levels of Dewberry leadership
• Oversee the preparation of qualification packages, pricing, and technical proposals

 Business Development

• Lead efforts to identify, track, position, and pursue strategic clients and projects
• Achieve a record of sustained growth (sales, revenue, and profitability) of the Market Segment
• Increase Dewberry’s visibility through active participation at related national and regional industry events and identify other opportunities for Dewberry to expand its presence with potential clients and partners.

Required Skills & Required Experience

Qualifications

• A Professional Degree in Architecture and a State Professional Architectural license is required, with working knowledge of multiple Building Codes and Jurisdictions.
• Minimum of 20 years of experience with subject matter expertise and management of architectural projects in Retail, Hospitality, and Workplace.
• Proven record of successful client and business development in Real Estate and Commercial Development.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to provide mean