Architect (Experienced)

RDGUSA; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

RDG is expanding in the Northeast and seeks an experienced architect to lead our New York office, shaping innovative spaces and the future of our College & University work in the region. The role emphasizes building client relationships, mentoring teams, and driving business development to grow RDG's presence in the Northeast, balancing project delivery with strategic leadership.

This leadership position requires a deep regional network, passion for higher education design, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Over 15 years of professional work experience with leadership in higher education design.
• Strong project management skills and track record delivering complex projects.
• Established relationships with colleges and universities in the Northeast.
• Licensed architect in New York and/or regional states.

Responsibilities

• Serve as regional leader for the development of higher education client relationships across New York and the Northeast region.
• Support business development initiatives, identifying opportunities and collaborating with RDG's marketing team to pursue new work.
• Collaborate across RDG's disciplines and market.
• Oversee project management efforts to verify quality, efficiency and strategic alignment with institutional goals.
• Serve as a mentor and resource for internal team members by supporting staff in professional development and project execution.
• Oversee projects from start to finish, working toward the best outcome for the client.
• Serve as a resource for our New York office, helping to grow RDG's brand and market share.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Design communication

Relationship building

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Licensed architect

15+ years higher education design

Job description

At RDG, our architects and designers are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of possibility for our clients and communities. As we expand our presence in the Northeast, we're seeking an experienced architect to play a pivotal role in designing innovative spaces and helping shape the future of our New Yorkoffice.

This leadership role is ideal for someone with a strong network in the Northeast, a passion for higher education design and the ability to manage teams and projects at a strategic level. In this role, you'll contribute to marketing and business development efforts that broaden awareness for RDG's College & University market in the Northeast, forging strong client relationships and identifying new opportunities. This dual focus on client engagement and office growth offers a unique opportunity to influence both our projects and our practice at a fundamentallevel.

Because of the uniqueness of this role, our ideal candidate is someone who can manage projects efficiently while creating strong team and client relationships. This person should be eager to build relationships, mentor emerging talent and expand RDG's presence in the region. If you're looking for a role where you can lead, influence and make a lasting impact on higher education design, we'd love to talk.

EssentialJobFunctions

Serve as regional leader for the development of higher education client relationships across New York and the Northeastregion.

Support business development initiatives, identifying opportunities and collaborating with RDG's marketing team to pursue newwork.

Collaborate across RDG's disciplines andmarket.

Oversee project management efforts to verify quality, efficiency and strategic alignment with institutionalgoals.

Serve as a mentor and resource for internal team members by supporting staff in professional development and projectexecution.

Oversee projects from start to finish, working toward the best outcome for theclient.

Serve as a resource for our New York office, helping to grow RDG's brand and marketshare.

Skills&Strengths

Strong leadership, written and verbal skills to instill confidence and trust in our clients andstaff.

Critical-thinking collaborator with excellent soft skills, relationship and executingstrengths.

Skilled design communicator andpresenter.

Able to develop successful strategies for helping to complete work on time andbudget.

Possesses an entrepreneurial mindset and is eager to grow RDG's presence and impact in theregion.

Education&Experience

15+ years of professional work experience, including leadership in higher educationdesign.

Strong project management skills, with a track record of successfully delivering complexprojects.

Demonstrated history of building long-term relationships with team members andclients.

Established relationships with colleges and universities in theNortheast.

Licensed architect in New York and/or regionalstates.

RDG is an equal opportunity/affirmative actionemployer.