Studio Leader, K-12 Education

About the role

The Studio Leader, K-12 Education position plays a key role in business development, managing client relationships, and leading contract negotiations. The role involves educating clients on the design process, collaborating with the project manager to ensure financial success, and maintaining consistent client contact.

Responsibilities

• Manage project execution, ensuring alignment with budget, schedule, and scope while maintaining client expectations
• Collaborate with the Project Manager on staffing, responsibilities, and performance feedback for project team members
• Track project milestones and deliverables, ensuring adherence to quality standards and preparing regular status reports
• Facilitate and document meetings with staff and clients, coordinating project personnel, vendors, and consultants
• Participate in client contract negotiations, manage change requests, and approve project plan modifications
• Support business development initiatives by contributing to RFP responses and participating in client interviews
• Oversee project invoicing, ensuring accuracy and alignment with work deliverables, and manage account receivables

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design, or related construction field (Professional licensure preferred)
• At least 10 years of professional experience in the AEC industry, inclusive of at least 5 years in a client-facing role leading K-12 Education projects
• Strong understanding of business management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, and leadership
• Knowledge of customer service principles, including needs assessment, quality standards, and customer satisfaction
• Expertise in design techniques and tools for producing technical plans, drawings, and models
• Familiarity with building methods, materials, and systems for construction and renovation projects
• Strong critical thinking, time management, and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to actively listen, understand others' perspectives, and respond thoughtfully in conversations

Qualifications

• Experience in K-12 Education projects
• Leadership experience in a client-facing role
• Proficiency in business management and customer service principles
• Technical skills in design and construction
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities

Skills

• Project management
• Client relationship management
• Business development
• Design and construction expertise
• Communication and collaboration

Benefits

DLR Group offers a flexible hybrid work model, employee ownership, and a commitment to environmental sustainability and social responsibility.

Pay

Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Four-day in-office work model with Friday flexibility.