Design Director

The Design Director

Responsible for the overall design leadership of the practice, promoting quality design efforts across all departments within the office, and being actively involved in marketing and business development activities.

• Oversees and advocates for the highest quality, innovation, and elevation of design in support of our client’s goals and vision.
• Serves as a thought leader in the design industry, participating in professional organizations, outreach, and mentorship of design staff.
• Works collaboratively with firmwide design and thought leaders to support our design culture while bringing ideas to advance our practice.
• Oversees the integration and advancement of firmwide technologies into our design process and outcomes.
• Develops and implements firmwide design guidelines and standards.

Requirements

A minimum of 15 years of experience. A Bachelor of Architecture degree. Registered Architect (NCARB) license. LEED AP certification preferred. Experience in corporate, educational, and/or healthcare settings. Strong commitment to customer service. Ability to work well under pressure, juggle and prioritize multiple projects and adjust work accordingly, often against tight deadlines. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

The actual offered base salary for California locations will vary depending on factors such as individual qualifications, education, experience, skills, job-related knowledge, work location, and internal equity. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation in the form of discretionary bonuses in addition to base salary and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits. The salary range for this position is below. $142,666.00 - $213,999.00 PBK is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.