K-12 Education Client Growth Leader

DLR Group; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

DLR Group, an integrated design firm, seeks a K-12 Education Client Leader in Dallas to drive client relationships, lead contract negotiations, and ensure financial success across projects. You will educate clients on our design process while coordinating with project managers to align scope and outcomes.

You will steer client communications, guide contract strategies, and contribute to RFPs, while mentoring teams and fostering a collaborative, innovative work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design, or related field.
• Ten years of professional experience in the AEC industry with at least five years in a client-facing role.
• Strong knowledge of the K-12 Education market in the DFW area.
• Solid business management, strategic planning, and leadership capabilities.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and client satisfaction.
• Experience producing technical plans, drawings, and models; familiarity with building methods and systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication including active listening.

Responsibilities

• Manage project execution with budget, schedule, and scope alignment while meeting client expectations.
• Collaborate with Project Manager on staffing, responsibilities, and performance feedback for team members.
• Track milestones, deliverables, and quality; prepare status reports.
• Facilitate and document meetings with staff and clients; coordinate personnel, vendors, and consultants.
• Participate in client contract negotiations, manage change requests, and approve plan modifications.
• Support business development by contributing to RFP responses and client interviews.
• Oversee invoicing and accounts receivable; ensure alignment with work deliverables.

Skills

Client leadership

Business development

Contract negotiation

Relationship management

Budget and scheduling

Project coordination

Communication

Active listening

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design, or related field

Professional licensure preferred

Job description

DLR Group, an integrated design firm, seeks a K-12 Education Client Leader in Dallas to drive client relationships, lead contract negotiations, and ensure financial success across projects. You will educate clients on our design process while coordinating with project managers to align scope and outcomes.

You will steer client communications, guide contract strategies, and contribute to RFPs, while mentoring teams and fostering a collaborative, innovative work environment.