Head of Higher Education Design & Growth

Pfluger Architects; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfluger Architects in San Antonio, TX, seeks a Higher Education Practice Director to lead the strategic vision, performance, and growth of the firm's higher education practice across Texas.

As a member of the Leadership Team, you will drive design excellence, market expansion, and talent development, collaborating with Managing Principals, Regional Higher Education Practice Leaders (RHELs), and senior leadership to raise Pfluger’s profile in higher education design.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of architectural experience, focused on higher education.
• Licensed Architect in Texas with a professional degree in architecture.
• Proficiency in Revit; experience with Bluebeam and ERP systems is preferred.
• Strong leadership, client engagement, and ability to mentor teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Higher Education Practice, guiding strategy, performance, and growth.
• Collaborate with leadership to position Pfluger as a Texas-wide higher education design leader.
• Oversee delivery of higher education projects across studios and ensure quality.
• Drive business development and client relationships with higher education institutions.
• Mentor and develop staff, aligning talent with firm goals.

Skills

Higher education design leadership

Leadership & team mentoring

Client engagement & business evelop

Strategic thinking

Strong communication skills

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

Licensed Architect in Texas

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

ERP systems

Job description

Pfluger Architects in San Antonio, TX, seeks a Higher Education Practice Director to lead the strategic vision, performance, and growth of the firm's higher education practice across Texas.

As a member of the Leadership Team, you will drive design excellence, market expansion, and talent development, collaborating with Managing Principals, Regional Higher Education Practice Leaders (RHELs), and senior leadership to raise Pfluger’s profile in higher education design.