Industrial Architecture Practice Leader

CPL; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare for you and your family

HSA with employer match

Medical and Dependent Care FSA

Free Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

PTO + Sick Time + 8 Holidays

Retirement Savings Plan

Internal Mobility & Career Advancement

Licensure Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Student Loan Assistance

Job summary

CPL's Market Sector Principal - Industrial Architecture leads the Industrial Practice across the Southeast, building relationships with manufacturers, developers, corporate real estate leaders, site selection consultants, and economic development organizations. You will drive client development and project pursuit while mentoring a high-performing design team to deliver complex industrial facilities.

The role requires a seasoned architect with leadership capabilities and an entrepreneurial

Qualifications

• 10+ years of architecture experience, including leadership within industrial, manufacturing, logistics, mission-critical, or related markets.
• Licensed Architect with a Bachelor's degree in Architecture (or equivalent experience).
• Proven success building and growing a practice, driving client relationships and revenue generation.
• Strong understanding of industrial facility planning, operational workflows, and complex project delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and drive organizational growth.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for building client relationships and winning work.

Responsibilities

• Be a part of leading the growth and strategic direction of CPL's Industrial Practice.
• Develop and strengthen relationships with manufacturers, developers, corporate real estate leaders, site selection consultants, and economic development organizations.
• Drive and lead client development and project pursuit efforts.
• Mentor, develop, and inspire a talented team of architects and design professionals.
• Collaborate with firm leadership to execute market growth strategies and expand our industrial footprint.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients navigating complex manufacturing, logistics, warehousing, mission-critical, and industrial facility projects.
• Represent CPL through industry organizations, thought leadership, networking, and client engagement.

Skills

10+ years architecture experience

Leadership experience

Business development

Mentoring teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Job description

CPL's Market Sector Principal - Industrial Architecture leads the Industrial Practice across the Southeast, building relationships with manufacturers, developers, corporate real estate leaders, site selection consultants, and economic development organizations. You will drive client development and project pursuit while mentoring a high-performing design team to deliver complex industrial facilities.

The role requires a seasoned architect with leadership capabilities and an entrepreneurial