About the Role
MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design, is seeking a Principal Architect - Data Centers to lead studio business operations, oversee growth, financial performance, and team health. This role involves contributing to annual business planning, leading cross-market strategic initiatives, and managing client relationships through all project phases.
Responsibilities
- Oversee staffing assignments and build project teams for design excellence and project management.
- Achieve annual revenue targets by bringing in new clients and revenue.
- Maintain overall responsibility for project team performance, including design, delivery, and resource management.
- Collaborate with market leaders to set strategic direction for design practice studios.
- Oversee the implementation of a consistent Rhythm-of-Business within the studio.
- Ensure design work aligns with project budgets and client goals.
- Lead the development and implementation of firm-wide strategic initiatives and annual business planning.
- Oversee cross-market collaboration for regional design practices and project team integration.
- Review and mitigate internal and external risks.
- Lead the development of project proposals, RFP responses, and business development initiatives.
- Develop and manage the annual studio operational budget.
- Manage client relationships and identify growth opportunities.
- Collaborate with market leadership on new work acceptance and strategic pursuits.
- Participate in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding.
- Review individual team member performance and provide constructive feedback.
- Oversee annual goal setting and performance reviews.
- Collaborate with leaders and strategic partners across the firm for continuous improvement.
- Provide guidance and constructive feedback to internal team members.
- Oversee regional practice integration and facilitate cross-market collaboration.
- Serve as a subject-matter-expert and firm-wide resource.
- Oversee the implementation of tactical execution strategies.
- Navigate conflict, implement change, and facilitate difficult conversations.
- Engage in the development and implementation of internal Learning and Development resources.
- Ensure consistent deliverable quality, client services, and financial performance.
- Make strategic decisions regarding staffing, business operations, and resource management.
- Prioritize internal initiatives and billable work while balancing team needs.
- Ensure a safe, comfortable, and equitable work environment for all staff.
- Engage in external community activities and philanthropic events.
- Contribute to decision-making regarding staffing changes, promotions, and team building.
- Invest in the growth and professional development of individuals and project teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture or related field.
- 15+ years of experience in a professional architecture or design firm.
- Certification as a licensed professional preferred.
- Demonstrated success leading large-scale business operations and studio wide financial management.
- Proven ability to effectively lead diverse studio groups and implement strategic planning.
- Previous experience leading the development and implementation of large-scale strategic initiatives.
- Proven experience leading business development efforts, including pursuing growth opportunities, and contributing to proposals, RFP responses, and statements of qualifications.
- Effective communication skills and ability to foster collaborative team environments.
- Demonstrated ability to manage staffing resources across internal markets and multiple teams.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
- Previous involvement in future state organizational planning.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully navigate conflict and manage through change.
Location
- San Francisco, CA
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 15+ years
Education Level
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or related field
- Licensed professional preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $125,000 to $200,000 per year
Benefits
- Employer provided employee healthcare plan and reduced cost premium plans
- Life insurance
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Paid Time Off
- 7 paid Holidays
- 3 Floating Holidays
- Employer sponsored Family Planning Program
- Employer Paid Parental Leave
- Learning & Career Development opportunities
- Employee Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Participation in a 401K program with eligible company match after waiting period
About the Company
- MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design, values employees with great benefits and worthwhile programs.
- Focus on Sustainability and Inclusion & Belonging.
- Promotes MG2 culture firmwide through monthly recognition, happy hours, summer events, and an end-of-year Holiday Party.
- People make the place at MG2 – Join our growing firm today!
