Design Director

PBK Architects, Inc.; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule & remote work options

Healthcare premiums covered

401(k) program

License renewal bonus

Job summary

PBK Architects, Inc. is seeking a Design Director to lead the firm’s design efforts across all offices.

You will supervise designers, guide project development, and ensure consistency with firmwide standards while supporting marketing and business development for client-centered design. The ideal candidate has 15+ years of experience, a Bachelor of Architecture, and NCARB registration; LEED AP is preferred.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 15 years of experience.
• At least a Bachelor of Architecture.
• Must be a Registered Architect (NCARB).
• LEED AP preferred.
• Corporate, educational and/or healthcare experience preferred.
• Strong commitment to customer service.
• Ability to work well under pressure, juggle and prioritize multiple projects and adjust work accordingly, often against tight deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Understanding of design tool technologies such as REVIT, Rhino, Sketch-up, Generative AI, etc.
• Ability to interact with senior management, external client organizations, and vendors.
• Must be quality minded and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and advocates for the highest quality, innovation, and elevation of design across the office.
• Supervises a team of designers and oversees design presentations and development.
• Provides design direction to ensure firmwide consistency in outcomes.
• Collaborates with firmwide design leaders to advance the design culture.
• Speaks to integration of firmwide technologies into the design process.
• Develops and implements firmwide design guidelines and standards.
• Mentors design staff and participates in professional organizations.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor of Architecture

Registered Architect (NCARB)

LEED AP

Tools

REVIT

Rhino

SketchUp

Generative AI

Job description

Overview

The Design Director is responsible for the overall design leadership of the practice, promoting quality design efforts across all departments within the office, and being actively involved in marketing and business development activities.

Your Impact

Oversees and advocates for the highest quality, innovation, and elevation of design in support of our client’s goals and vision. Supports the company’s mission for client centric design, process, and implementation. Supervises a team of designers. Oversees design presentations, monitors project design development, and provides design direction and support to ensure firmwide consistency. Possesses thorough knowledge of architectural practice with an emphasis on design, building materials, construction methods, integration of engineering disciplines, and building codes/costs. Serves as a thought leader in the design industry, participating in professional organizations, outreach, and mentorship of design staff. Work collaboratively with firmwide design and thought leaders to support our design culture while bringing ideas to advance our practice. Oversee the integration and advancement of firmwide technologies into our design process and outcomes. Participates in developing and implementing firmwide design guidelines and standards.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 15 years of experience.
• At least a Bachelor of Architecture.
• Must be a Registered Architect (NCARB).
• LEED AP preferred.
• Corporate, educational and/or healthcare experience preferred.
• Strong commitment to customer service.
• Ability to work well under pressure, juggle and prioritize multiple projects and adjust work accordingly, often against tight deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Understanding of design tool technologies such as REVIT, Rhino, Sketch-up, Generative AI, etc.
• Ability to interact with senior management, external client organizations, and vendors.
• Must be quality minded and self-motivated.

Benefits

• Alternative work scheduling to allow employees greater flexibility.
• Monthly happy hours and regular team outings.
• Additional time off between Christmas and New Year\'s.
• Employee Assistance Program that supports each individual\'s needs.
• Birthday off.
• Community involvement through recreation & service.
• Hybrid schedule & remote work options.
• Flexible "dress for your day" policy.
• Paid parental leave for birth or adoption.
• Firm covers employee healthcare premiums.
• 401(k) program.
• Costco / Sam\'s Club membership.
• $4,000 license bonus.
• Dynamic company with quick advancement.
• Online professional licensure exam prep library.
• Opportunities to work on a variety of project types.
• Weekly continuing education lunch & learn sessions.

Company Culture

We encourage our team to adopt an entrepreneurial approach to professional growth; there are no limits to what one can do or become at PBK. Our culture empowers our people to explore their interests, try new things, and create their own path to success - however they may define it. We recognize the value of work life balance and believe in rewarding our employees\' hard work.