Studio Director

Bobbitt; Cary (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible paid time off

Wellness program

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Bobbitt is seeking a Studio Director to lead the A&E Studio in Cary, North Carolina. The role involves managing a team of architectural and interiors professionals while ensuring design excellence. Key responsibilities include operational management, team mentorship, and maintaining high quality in deliverables. We're looking for candidates with a degree in Architecture and at least 10 years of experience in the field. This position allows remote work flexibility and offers competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of architecture/interiors experience with demonstrated leadership.
• Experience managing and developing architectural and interiors teams.
• Strong understanding of design and construction processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall health and performance of the A&E Studio.
• Manage and develop a team of architectural and interiors professionals.
• Drive operational excellence through forecasting and performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Design Processes

Communication

Business Acumen

Education

Degree in Architecture or Interior Architecture

Job description

Summary

The Bobbi Group is a 100% Employee‑Owned commercial and industrial general contractor building in the Carolinas. With a rich history spanning 80 years, we have a strong reputation for quality, commitment, and integrity.

Core Principles

• DELIVER positive energy, performance, and forge alignment among all stakeholders.
• STRENGTHEN our commitment to innova??on and technology through tools that bring efficiency to construction.
• EXTEND our brand and reinforce the Bobbi legacy across our communi??es.
• IMPRESS by going above and beyond (even when nobody is watching).
• WOW employees and customers with unique experiences and special memories.
• SIMPLIFY our processes and procedures, ensuring consistency in all that we do.
• WELCOME different pa??erns of thought, background, and diversity within the company.

Brief Description

Role: Studio Director
Classification: Exempt Salaried
Reports to: VP of Preconstruction

Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead the overall health and performance of the A&E Studio, including workload, capacity, quality, delivery, while championing design excellence across all projects and teams.
• Manage and develop a team of architectural and interiors professionals, providing mentorship, accountability, and growth opportunities; inspire and motivate staff to pursue the highest standards of design excellence.
• Drive operational excellence through forecasting, utilization tracking, and performance metrics.
• Ensure design deliverables meet quality standards and align with construction execution; guide design concepts from initial pursuit through successful project completion across multiple projects.
• Identify and solve challenges across projects, people, and processes.
• Establish and reinforce clear expectations and accountability across the team.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment between design and construction teams.
• Contribute to the Studio’s financial performance, ensuring it operates as a profitable business unit.
• Develop and foster a studio culture that supports design excellence, staff creativity, and continuous improvement, creating an environment where Employee-Owners are empowered to do their best work.
• Actively participate in local, national, or professional design and construction organizations to reinforce Bobbi’s reputation and extend our brand in the market.

Required Knowledge, Experience & Competencies

• Education background in Architecture or Interior Architecture.
• Minimum of 10 years of related architecture/interiors experience with demonstrated progression into leadership.
• Demonstrated experience managing and developing architectural and interiors teams.
• Strong understanding of design and construction processes.
• Experience with operational management including forecasting, utilization, and delivery tracking.
• Business acumen with an understanding of profitability and performance metrics.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to deliver clear, direct feedback; professional presence and ability to lead client presentations and build trusted relationships.
• A genuine attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our 100% employee‑owned culture.

Preferred Knowledge

• Licensed Architect (RA) in good standing.
• Experience in a design‑build or contractor‑integrated environment.
• Proven ability to develop team members into senior contributors or leaders.
• Familiarity with design‑build delivery methods and project structures.
• Experience with department budgets, P&L, or operational reporting.

Work Format

This is a flexible position with remote work allowed as needed (approx. 1–2 days per week). Team collaboration and presence at in‑person meetings are critical.

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel to meetings or events within 150‑mile radius of office.
• Occasional travel to various locations requiring an overnight stay.

Physical Requirements

• Requires lifting and moving objects up to 40 lbs.
• Requires periods of walking and standing.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunity.
• Provided laptop computer and cell phone allowance.
• Flexible paid time off and holidays.
• Wellness program and mental health resources.
• Health PPO, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Flexible Spending and Flexible Dependent Care Accounts.
• Short and long‑term disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan—Bobbi is 100% Employee Owned.

EEO Statement

Bobbi Group is a 100% Employee‑Owned commercial and industrial general contractor building in the Carolinas. With a rich history spanning 80 years, we have a strong reputation for quality, commitment, and integrity. Bobbi is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment and is proud to provide fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job‑related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling [phone] or sending an email to [e-mail]. Bobbi provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability to enable them to effectively participate in the application process, as required by law. All applicants must be authorized to work in the US. We participate in E‑Verify. Information from all employees’ Form I‑9 is used to confirm work authorization.