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 levelsIdentify investments opportunities that support meaningful contribution to the Market Segment Tactical Plan and Corporate Strategic PlanCoordinate 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 DewberryEstablishing strong internal teaming relationships with Dewberry Architectural, Engineering and Construction companiesDriving integrated sales across the EnterpriseBuilding competitive position in the MarketFostering innovative project delivery, including turnkey and lifecycle servicesDrive 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 segmentsAssist in the recruiting and hiring of key project staffIdentify opportunities to pre-position for strategic pursuits by engaging all levels of Dewberry leadershipOversee the preparation of qualification packages, pricing, and technical proposalsBusiness Development
Lead efforts to identify, track, position, and pursue strategic clients and projectsAchieve a record of sustained growth (sales, revenue, and profitability) of the Market SegmentIncrease 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 ExperienceQualifications
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 meaningful project leadership and team building, both internally and externally.Must be enthusiastic about Dewberry and our people, markets segments, and services.Diplomatic and persuasive with the ability to influence positive outcomes through strong relationships.Ability to travel to represent Dewberry.Location
Dewberry will consider candidates in Fairfax, VA; Orlando, FL; Elmhurst, IL; Peoria, IL; Houston, TX; Tulsa, OK, or Sacramento, CA.The projected range for this position is $140,000-$180,000 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.
Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record and ability to pass a driving record background check.
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for our employee’s. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.
*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.
*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
*Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry’s background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.
Notice to Third Party Recruiters: Dewberry only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Dewberry-approved written agreement in place for recruiting services. Dewberry does not compensate third party recruiters for unsolicited job placement candidate information.
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