Studio Director

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead the overall health and performance of the A&E Studio, including workload, capacity, quality, and delivery, while championing design excellence across all projects and teams
• Manage and develop a team of architectural professionals, providing mentorship, accountability, and growth opportunities; inspire and motivate staff to pursue the highest standards of design excellence
• Drive operational excellence through forecasting, utilization tracking, and performance metrics
• Ensure design deliverables meet quality standards and align with construction execution; guide design concepts from initial pursuit through successful project completion across multiple projects
• Identify and solve challenges across projects, people, and processes
• Establish and reinforce clear expectations and accountability across the team
• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment between design and construction teams; serve as a trusted client-facing leader capable of building relationships and delivering compelling presentations
• Contribute to the Studio’s financial performance, ensuring it operates as a profitable business unit
• Develop and foster a studio culture that supports design excellence, staff creativity, and continuous improvement, creating an environment where Employee-Owners are empowered to do their best work
• Actively participate in local, national, or professional design and construction organizations to reinforce Bobbitt’s reputation and extend our brand in the market

Required Knowledge, Experience & Competencies

• Licensed Architect (RA) in good standing; minimum 10 years of related experience with demonstrated progression into leadership
• Demonstrated experience managing and developing architectural teams
• Strong understanding of design and construction processes
• Experience with operational management including forecasting, utilization, and delivery tracking
• Business acumen with an understanding of profitability and performance metrics
• Strong communication skills with the ability to deliver clear, direct feedback; professional presence and the ability to lead client presentations and build trusted relationships
• A genuine attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our 100% employee-owned culture.

Preferred Knowledge & Experience

• Proven ability to develop team members into senior contributors or leaders
• Familiarity with design-build delivery methods and project structures
• Experience with department budgets, P&L, or operational reporting
• Experience in a design-build or contractor-integrated environment

Work Format

This is a flexible position with remote work allowed as needed (approx. 1-2 days per week). Team collaboration and presence at in-person meetings are critical.

Physical Requirements

Requires lifting and moving objects up to 40 lbs. Requires periods of walking and standing.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunity
• Provided laptop computer, and cell phone allowance
• Flexible paid time off and holidays
• Wellness program and mental health resources
• Health PPO, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Flexible Dependent Care Accounts
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan—Bobbitt is 100% Employee Owned