Principal Architect – Data Centers
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Principal Architect leading data-center design operations, studio growth, and client programs for MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design. Overseeing strategic planning, staffing, financial performance, and business development.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee staffing assignments and build project teams that execute project work and deliver excellence in design, technical expertise, and project management
- Bring in new clients and new revenue annually against a top-line revenue target
- Maintain responsibility for project team performance, design and delivery of contracted work, and management of internal and external resources
- Collaborate with market leaders to set strategic direction for the 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
- Meet regularly with market leadership and Senior Project Managers to align design work with project budgets and client goals
- Lead firm-wide strategic initiatives, including annual business planning
- Oversee cross-market collaboration, regional design practice growth, and project team integration
- Review internal and external risks and implement risk mitigation strategies
- Lead project proposals, RFP responses, and business development initiatives
- Develop and manage the annual studio operational budget
- Manage client relationships and identify opportunities for growth
- Collaborate with market leadership on acceptance of new work and strategic pursuits
- Participate in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding
- Review team member performance, provide feedback and guidance, and oversee goal setting and performance reviews
- Engage with firm leaders and strategic partners to drive continuous improvement
- Serve as a subject-matter expert and firm-wide resource
- Implement tactical execution strategies aligned with annual business plans and firm-wide goals
- Navigate conflict, implement change, and facilitate difficult conversations
- Develop and implement internal Learning and Development resources
- Ensure deliverable quality, client service, and financial performance across regional offices and studio groups
- Make strategic decisions regarding staffing, business operations, and resource management
- Balance internal initiatives and billable work across teams and studio groups
- Support a safe, comfortable, and equitable work environment
- Engage in community activities and philanthropic events
- Contribute to staffing changes, promotions, and strategic team building
- Support professional development of individuals and project teams
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture or related field
- 15+ years of experience in a professional architecture or design firm
- Certification as a licensed professional preferred
- 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
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
- 3 Floating Holidays
- Employer sponsored Family Planning Program
- Employer Paid Parental Leave
- Learning & Career Development opportunities
- Employee Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Participation in a 401K program including eligible company match percentage, after waiting period
- Monthly recognition, happy hours, summer events, and an end of year Holiday Party
- Sustainability and Inclusion & Belonging initiatives
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