Vice President-Institutional Practice Architect

AKP Recruiting • Houston, TX, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 2m ago

Vice President – Institutional Practice

Our Dallas, TX officehas a dynamicVice President – Institutional Practiceopportunity for a Texas-registered architect. This role is for a senior architectural leader who is able to build the business, maintain strong client relationships, and grow and mentor design teams, leading them through all project phases including business and client development, proposal writing, contract negotiations, design and construction documents, and construction administration This position works directly with the Practice Area Leader and/or discipline leads through the above phases of business and project development as well as supporting the practice area vision for strategic growth.

The successful candidate needsat least 15 years of professional experience in commercial and institutional architecture. They will have excellent communication and leadership skills, and the ability to ensure exceptional project delivery for clients. This is an opportunity to help build and grow strategic market share in the North Texas region.

Location:Houston, Texas
Reports to:Practice Area Leader
Employment Type:40 FT Hours
Compensation Type:Salary
Registration:Licensed Architect
Education:Bachelors’ Degree in Architecture

Responsibilities:

Provide input on and execute the strategic vision for the practice area’s local market
Develop and maintain client relationships
Actively pursue new business opportunities by utilizing their network
Assist market sector teams in preparing proposals, calling on new and prospective clients, and participating in new project presentations
Negotiate contracts
Act as primary contact for the client and oversee project teams, providing oversight to project managers, project architects and project designers
Maintainsproject budgets and schedules while meeting client needs, business objectives and design guidelines
Mentor project team and foster positive team spirit that supports everyone’s efforts to succeed
Ensure staff adheres to policies, practices and procedures
Monitor internal staffing needs and coordinate client staff and their internal customers, architects, engineers, contractors and vendors
Write proposals, recommend appropriate fees, and participate in contract negotiations with clients and consultants
Manage bid or contractor selection process

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Architecture from a NCARB accredited program
Registered Texas Architect, or ability to acquire Texas registration via reciprocity
Minimum 15 years of experience in architectural design, construction administration and project management
Proven business development experience
Excellent leadership skills and ability to grow and lead teams
Good verbal communication and presentation skills
Ability to prioritize and deliver multiple projects with varying deadlines
Strong technical capabilities with code knowledge and ability to convey technical issues and design ideas
Ability to oversee preparation of architectural documents and specifications for projects
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; knowledgeable to direct staff in effective use of Revit including coordinated 3D BIM modeling of component systems, AutoCAD for 2D designs, and software for rendering and imagery of concepts and designs
Positive leadership and mentoring abilities that foster a motivated team environment
Advanced knowledge of current building design and construction means, methods and techniques
Knowledge of architectural history and current architectural design discourse
Awareness of sustainable design approaches
LEED Accredited is a plus

Competencies:

Acquires, understands, and applies technical and professional knowledge and skills to perform job effectively, efficiently, and safely. Understands and adheres to policies and procedures.Stays abreast of trends and pending changes within assigned area of responsibility.
Establishes, enforces, and drives policies that promotes Company vision and culture to achieve company objectives.
Strong business acumen. Offers excellent communication and presentation skills in an organized, professional manner.
Ability to nurture and maintain key relationships internally and externally through communication and diplomacy.
Contributes to a positive and productive team-oriented environment. Offers open communication/feedback within the team. Minimizes conflict and builds collaboration to maintain productive team.

Benefits & Perks:

Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO)
MDLive Telehealth
Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability
8 Paid Holidays
Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities
Paid Vacation/Annual Leave
Paid Sick Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Commuter Benefits
Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements
Term Life / AD&D insurance
Cancer and Specified Disease insurance
Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds on occasion
The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities