Science & Technology Studio Leader

SmithGroup is an award-winning, integrated design firm that blends research, data and technology with innovation and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and move us closer to a carbon-free future. Care to join us? The Detroit office of SmithGroup is looking for a Science & Technology Studio Leader to join our team. SmithGroup has been named one of Southeast Michigan's Top Workplaces by the Detroit Free Press for 10 consecutive years! Working with us, you will: Be responsible for growing practice market share and net revenue. Provide leadership and management necessary for the development and growth of the studio consistent with SmithGroup's strategic themes of: growing the firm, building expertise, and designing holistically. Clearly demonstrate the ability to consistently win work and assist teams in profitably delivering design excellence and client satisfaction. Maintain relationships with past clients and develop relationships with current/new clients. Work with the Office Director and the Director of Operations to ensure that marketing & sales budgets, revenue, and project performance targets are achieved and that studio issues are addressed. Work closely with Business Development, Marketing, and discipline leaders to effectively market and grow our services. Provide leadership and be actively involved in projects through all phases, from initial client contacts through marketing pursuits, sales efforts, contract negotiations, project kick-off, feasibility studies, strategic planning, master planning, programming, conceptual studies, schematic, design, design development, construction documentation, bidding and award, construction administration, move-in, follow-up, and on-going client relationship maintenance. Consistently exhibit and demonstrate a commitment to SmithGroup core values - passion, sustainability, equity, community, curiosity, and integrity. Develop and implement strategic objectives and studio budget in concert with the corporate practice and office objectives. Work with discipline leaders and staff assuring the technical, administrative, and schedule targets are met. Make authoritative decisions and recommendations in concert with the office leadership committee of significant impact on the office's primary activities, strategic objectives, guidelines, quality, standards, and principles. Lead/coordinate communication efforts within assigned studio and between other studio leaders. Participate in national practice forums and present at regional and national conferences. Contribute to thought leadership initiatives that support the Science and Technology practice. Participate in recruiting, coaching, and career development of staff. An ideal candidate has: A professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, or equivalent combination of related experience and/or training. 15+ years related experience preferred and/or training (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in the AE Industry. Registration or licensure in relevant field; LEED AP preferred. Demonstrated effectiveness and a strong commitment to working in a team setting, delivering high client satisfaction and technical competence. Strong leadership skills in the areas of business development; professional and civic involvement. Strong business acumen and critical thinking skills in the pursuit of the work. The ability to take responsibility and ownership to meet standards, budgets, schedules, and deadlines. A high degree of self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to travel 25-35%. SmithGroup's competitive compensation and benefit package is designed to meet the needs of a diverse staff. It includes flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 401(k), parental leave, wellbeing resources, PTO immediately available to new hires, plus 15 extra Fridays off - on top of holidays. Join us and see first-hand how these and other programs - like one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities - build culture, enhance collaboration and yield richer, more inclusive solutions. If you are not sure that you meet all of the suggested qualifications described above, please don't leave this page. Your talents and attributes could be just what we're looking for - and we strongly encourage you to apply. If you need additional accommodations to complete the application process, please contact

Created: 2024-11-02