Sports Venue Client Leader

DLR Group; Overland Park (KS); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

DLR Group Sports in Kansas City seeks a Client Leader to drive business development, manage client relationships, and guide contract negotiations across professional sports projects. You will educate clients on our design process, collaborate with project managers, and ensure financial success while maintaining strong communication and a collaborative culture.

The role requires leadership, strategic thinking, and a track record of delivering high-profile sports facilities, with a four-day

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture; professional licensure preferred.
• 10+ years in AEC with 5+ years client-facing sports projects.
• Strong business management, leadership, and strategic planning.
• Experience with client service, needs assessment, and quality standards.
• Ability to lead design teams and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage project execution, ensuring alignment with budget, schedule, and scope while maintaining client expectations.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager on staffing, responsibilities, and performance feedback for project team members.
• Track project milestones and deliverables, ensuring adherence to quality standards and preparing regular status reports.
• Facilitate and document meetings with staff and clients, coordinating project personnel, vendors, and consultants.
• Participate in client contract negotiations, manage change requests, and approve project plan modifications.
• Support business development initiatives by contributing to RFP responses and participating in client interviews.
• Oversee project invoicing, ensuring accuracy and alignment with work deliverables, and manage account receivables.

Skills

Client Leadership

Business Development

Contract Negotiations

Project Management

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Job description

DLR Group Sports in Kansas City seeks a Client Leader to drive business development, manage client relationships, and guide contract negotiations across professional sports projects. You will educate clients on our design process, collaborate with project managers, and ensure financial success while maintaining strong communication and a collaborative culture.

The role requires leadership, strategic thinking, and a track record of delivering high-profile sports facilities, with a four-day