Principal - Civic

TSK; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Training and professional development

Job summary

MOREgroup is seeking a dynamic Principal to join their team and expand our Civic practice across the Dallas/Fort Worth market, helping shape the future of a growing organization.

This role provides leadership to the Texas region, serves as a trusted client advisor, and guides project delivery from design through construction administration while maintaining strong client relationships and pursuing sustained growth for the firm.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in architecture, with at least 10+ years in Civic experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide design leadership on projects, ensuring project delivery teams are supported to develop innovative and creative design solutions that align with the firm's design vision and meet client objectives.
• Oversee project teams including architects, designers, and consultants to ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to high quality standards.
• Manage project delivery processes from design to construction administration and provide strategic guidance to resolve project-related issues and exceed client expectations.
• Maintain technical expertise with architectural principles, building materials, construction methods, costs, codes, and regulations in coordination with Project Practice to ensure that projects adhere to the firm's standards and industry’s best practices.
• Serve as the owner's trusted advisor, handling difficult conversations with the client.
• Lead clients in long-term planning of future projects and maintain a healthy relationship and communication throughout the project.
• Support tracking of financial health of the offices, including budgeting, financial planning, and monitoring project financial performance to meet goals and objectives.
• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships to secure repeat business and referrals and participate in client meetings and proposal development to drive firm growth.
• Develop strategies to grow the client base, identify project opportunities, and generate new business.
• Participate in the RFQ and interview process for new business.
• Work with marketing team to respond to RFQ’s and RFPs, providing narratives and other content to support successful submissions.
• Provide proposals for direct award work, including subconsultant proposal coordination.
• Monitor key performance indicators and financial metrics for business development goals.
• Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to promote the firm's services and contribute to its success.
• Stay current on industry trends, market conditions, and client needs for business development strategies.
• Work closely with Civic National Market Leader, Regional Executive Director, and Managing Principal to align strategic objectives, maximize resources, address any challenges effectively, and ensure a cohesive approach to project delivery.
• Contribute to strategic business planning and initiatives, leading efforts within designated markets to achieve sustained growth, profitability, and success, while fostering an environment that promotes the company culture and sets a positive tone within the firm.
• Mentor staff members for well-rounded development by providing guidance, support, and fostering a collaborative work culture within the team.

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

MOREgroup is a family of architecture, design, and engineering brands that collaborate with passion and purpose to serve communities across the nation. We are proud to focus on spaces that make a profound contribution to a strong social infrastructure where generations thrive. Our practices work with healthcare, education, and civic architecture clients to create environments that inspire. Together, we are more.

Some of the things you can expect working at MOREgroup…

• Contributing to a passionate, entrepreneurial team within a growing company.
• Values that emphasize integrity, excellence, service and a platform for connection and collaboration.
• MORE opportunities and MORE resources to impact the communities we collectively serve.

Position Summary

MOREgroup is seeking a dynamic Principal to join their team. This is a unique opportunity to expand our Civic practice across our Dallas/Fort Worth market and help shape the future of a growing, forward-thinking organization.

This role will be pivotal in providing leadership to the Texas region, driving business growth, serving as a trusted client advisor, and establishing MOREgroup as an industry leader within the market. If you are energized by working on meaningful projects that serve our communities, alongside an industry-leading team – this is the opportunity for you.

Responsibilities

• Provide design leadership on projects, ensuring project delivery teams are supported to develop innovative and creative design solutions that align with the firm's design vision and meet client objectives.
• Oversee project teams including architects, designers, and consultants to ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to high quality standards.
• Manage project delivery processes from design to construction administration and provide strategic guidance to resolve project-related issues and exceed client expectations.
• Maintain technical expertise with architectural principles, building materials, construction methods, costs, codes, and regulations in coordination with Project Practice to ensure that projects adhere to the firm's standards and industry’s best practices.
• Serve as the owner's trusted advisor, handling difficult conversations with the client.
• Lead clients in long-term planning of future projects and maintain a healthy relationship and communication throughout the project.
• Support tracking of financial health of the offices, including budgeting, financial planning, and monitoring project financial performance to meet goals and objectives.

Business Development

• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships to secure repeat business and referrals and participate in client meetings and proposal development to drive firm growth.
• Develop strategies to grow the client base, identify project opportunities, and generate new business.
• Participate in the RFQ and interview process for new business.
• Work with marketing team to respond to RFQ’s and RFPs, providing narratives and other content to support successful submissions.
• Provide proposals for direct award work, including subconsultant proposal coordination.
• Monitor key performance indicators and financial metrics for business development goals.
• Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to promote the firm's services and contribute to its success.
• Stay current on industry trends, market conditions, and client needs for business development strategies.
• Work closely with Civic National Market Leader, Regional Executive Director, and Managing Principal to align strategic objectives, maximize resources, address any challenges effectively, and ensure a cohesive approach to project delivery.
• Contribute to strategic business planning and initiatives, leading efforts within designated markets to achieve sustained growth, profitability, and success, while fostering an environment that promotes the company culture and sets a positive tone within the firm.
• Mentor staff members for well-rounded development by providing guidance, support, and fostering a collaborative work culture within the team.
• 15+ years of experience in architecture, with at least 10+ years in Civic experience.
• Strategic mindset and executive-level client engagement with ability to execute and drive.
• Experience in business development, including marketing efforts, client interviews, relationship building, and leveraging a client network into project opportunities.
• Collaborative leadership style, well-versed in mentoring and leading teams of various sizes.
• Strong business acumen with collaborative leadership style.
• Must be located in Dallas/Fort Worth, TX.
• Travel to clients within the Texas market is required, as needed.
• This role offers competitive compensation and is eligible for participation in our comprehensive benefits programs including:
• Medical, dental, life, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Training and professional development opportunities