Studio Director

H2M architects + engineers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare

401(k) with up to 6% employer matching

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Technology allowance

Job summary

A multidisciplinary architectural firm in New York is seeking a licensed Architect with over 15 years of experience to lead their Westchester team. This role involves supervising the architectural team for various projects, managing client relationships, and ensuring project execution within budget. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in architecture, hold a Professional RA certification, and possess strong team management and communication skills. Competitive salary ranging from $130,000 to $165,000 annually along with comprehensive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of architectural design experience.
• Professional RA required.
• Ability to manage and supervise staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage studio budget and ensure projects stay within budget.
• Recruit, train, develop, and celebrate the architectural studio team.
• Act as an elevated point of contact for assigned clients.

Skills

Architectural design

Team management

Client interface

AutoCAD

Revit

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture

Master's degree in architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Overview

H2M Architects + Engineers, a multidiscipline architectural, engineering, environmental consulting firm seeking a licensed Architect to join our Westchester team.

A Little About You:

Come join our multi-disciplined team of architects, engineers and environmental scientists in our Westchester office. We’re looking for a Studio Director with 15+ years’ experience in architectural design. In this role, you will supervise and develop an architectural team for both public and private clients. You will coordinate the efforts of both in-house and outside teams who handle structural engineering, MEP design, civil and environmental engineering services. We’re looking for an enthusiastic go-getter who is just as comfortable managing the work as they are interfacing with clients and supervising a team of architectural professionals.

About H2M:

H2M is a multidisciplinary firm with over 500 professionals, dedicated to a culture built around our people, clients, and communities.

Our mission focuses on:

• Our People: Our people create our culture, execute projects, service clients, support communities, and make the company a great place to work.
• Our Clients: Our clients are the reason we exist; we provide the experience, expertise, and skills to solve built environment problems.
• Our Communities: We commit to safe, thriving communities through contributions to charitable, educational, and community-based causes.

Our growth is rooted in collaboration and shared success.

About the Role:

• Manage studio budget and ensure projects stay within budget
• Recruit, train, develop, and celebrate the successes of the architectural studio team
• Act as an elevated point of contact for assigned clients
• Provide regular two-way communication between the client and team, to provide strong team representation and set proper client expectations
• Lead the local production teams in the development, planning and successful execution of projects
• Take ownership for quality execution of all projects undertaken by the team
• Continuously evolve workflow processes and improve studio efficiency
• Oversee operational budget for studio and overall studio performance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Qualifications

• 15+ years of architectural design experience
• Bachelor’s degree in architecture required; Master’s preferred
• Professional RA required
• Architecture enrollment in NCARB IDP preferred
• Extensive knowledge of architectural design; ability to manage and supervise staff
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit
• Ability to work and thrive in a team environment
• Knowledge of project specifications & CSI division formatting
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Salary — The salary range for this role is $130,000 - $165,000 annually.

Note: The employment offer may deviate from this published range based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to experience, specialty, knowledge, education, geography and/or related certifications.

Salary or hourly rate indicated does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.

Benefits and Workplace

H2M provides comprehensive benefits surrounding physical and financial well-being, including healthcare, 401(k) with up to 6% employer matching, bonuses, paid time off, tuition assistance for continuing education and licensure, student loan repayment, technology allowance, and professional development programs. We support employee resource groups for Diversity and Inclusion, Sustainability, Women’s Initiative, and Young Professionals.

Equal Opportunity — EOE/M/F/D/V

Apply — www.h2m.com

Note — This posting may be followed by steps in our recruitment process; salary ranges and benefits may be subject to change.

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.