Director of Architecture - Convenience

Responsibilities

• Lead the Architecture Convenience consulting process, identifying the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring strong relationships, effective communication, and the delivery of exceptional service to clients.
• Participate in business development which involves attendance at marketing functions, business dinners/events, and cross marketing with other offices.
• Serve as the lead point of contact for clients.
• Prepare and negotiate proposals and contracts with clients and sub-consultants.
• Manage one or numerous Project Architects and Designers, Project and Program Managers.
• Ensure that timelines are met and communicated back to the client.
• Perform efficiency evaluations, profit evaluations and manage the financial aspect for all programs.
• Manage multiple programs with multiple clients simultaneously.
• Cookordination with other Core States Group Directors on multi-disciplined programs.
• Develop, mentor and promote staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture required.
• Architectural Registration required.
• 10+ years of architecture project and/or program management, preferably with commercial programs such as Convenience stores.
• 10+ years of experience managing a staff.

Benefits

• Competitive wages and bonus programs, including professional licensure bonuses.
• A strong 401(k) match, with immediate vesting, to help you invest in your future and build your retirement savings with confidence.
• Competitive health benefits including HSA with employer contribution, life insurance options, and supplemental coverage options, giving you the flexibility to select the coverage that best fits your needs and lifestyle.
• Generous PTO to help you recharge, relax, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Team wellness challenges, free virtual gym app, wholesale club membership reimbursement, employee recognition programs, paid parental leave and much more!
• A flexible work environment that empowers you to do your best work, whether you’re in the office, working remotely, or blending both to support your responsibilities.
• Tuition reimbursement to help advance your education and professional development.

Summary of Position

The Director of Architecture - Convenience supports our Architecture and Engineering business unit, focusing on business development strategies, sales forecasting, financial and operational management for Core States Group’s Architecture program for the Convenience market. Responsibilities include leading the Architecture Convenience consulting process, managing staff, and coordinating with other directors on multi-disciplined programs.