SmithGroup is an award-winning, multinational integrated design firm with a team of 1,300 experts across 19 offices in the U.S. and China. We employ research, data, advanced technologies and design thinking to help clients solve their greatest challenges. Our specialists develop beautiful, sustainable, future-focused solutions for healthcare providers, science and technology organizations, higher education and cultural institutions, urban environments, diverse workplaces, mixed-use and waterfront developments, and parks and open spaces. We are deeply committed to our promise to Design a Better Future - for our clients, communities and employees. Are you ready to help us get there?
The Dallas-Houston office is looking for a Healthcare Studio Leader to join our team. The ideal candidate can work from either of the two locations, Dallas or Houston.
Working with us, you will:
- Be responsible for growing practice market share and net revenue in conjunction with the local office and corporate practice.
- Provide leadership and management necessary for the development and growth of the studio consistent with SmithGroup s strategic themes of: growing the firm, building expertise, and designing holistically.
- Maintain relationships with past clients and develop relationships with current/new clients and work closely with Business Development, Marketing, and discipline leaders to effectively market and grow our services.
- Work with the Office Director and the Director of Operations to ensure that marketing & sales budgets, revenue, and project performance targets are achieved and that studio issues are addressed.
- Provide leadership and be actively involved in projects through all phases, from initial client contacts through marketing pursuits, sales efforts, contract negotiations, project kick-off, feasibility studies, strategic planning, master planning, programming, conceptual studies, schematic, design, design development, construction documentation, bidding and award, construction administration, move-in, follow-up, and on-going client relationship maintenance.
- Provide leadership on a limited number of key projects as the principal-in-charge and be accountable for the financial performance of your own projects individually and the studio collectively.
- Participate in recruiting, coaching, and career development of staff.
- Be actively involved in professional, civic, or community activities that support the goals and core values of SmithGroup – passion, sustainability, equity, community, curiosity, and integrity.
An ideal candidate has:
- A professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, or equivalent combination of related experience and/or training.
- 15+ years related experience preferred and/or training (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in the AE Industry.
- Registration or licensure in relevant field; LEED AP preferred.
- Proven leadership and demonstrated track record of winning work and growing market share in planning, renovation, or new construction projects.
- Demonstrated effectiveness and a strong commitment to working in a team setting, delivering high client satisfaction and technical competence.
- Strong leadership skills in the areas of business development; professional and civic involvement.
- Strong business acumen and critical thinking skills in the pursuit of the work.
- The ability to take responsibility and ownership to meet standards, budgets, schedules, and deadlines.
- A high degree of self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to travel 25-35%.
SmithGroup offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefit package, including 401(k) and wellbeing resources. We promote a healthy work/life balance for our staff which includes an alternative work schedule that provides employees with an additional 15 days off per year (usually Fridays), as well as hybrid options that give our team flexibility to work within our vibrant office culture or remotely, as needed. We also offer paid time off that is immediately available to new hires, 8 paid federal holidays, and parental leave benefits.?