Studio Lead & Branch Manager — Growth & BD

J2T Recruiting; Vancouver (WA); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid options

Profit-sharing bonus

401K

Health benefits

PTO and sick days

Job summary

J2T Recruiting seeks a Studio Lead and Branch Manager in Vancouver, WA to steer daily operations for a 10-person multi-disciplinary team and oversee budgets, schedules, and growth. This in-office role offers hybrid options and high-visibility leadership within the firm.

You will focus on business development, client relationships, mentoring staff, and representing the firm at industry events, reporting to the Operations Manager and shaping local strategy and culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Architecture preferred.
• 10–15 years of experience in people management and operations; 8–10 years acceptable with strong leadership.
• Experience in design/build or A&E design-firm environments.
• Familiarity with Revit; strong communication, confidence, and emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Lead Branch Operations: Direct daily operations, manage budgets, oversee schedules, and ensure PMs stay on target.
• Drive Business Development: Represent the firm at events, cultivate client relationships, and raise regional brand presence.
• Manage & Mentor Staff: Supervise a 10-person team, foster collaboration, and lead difficult conversations when needed.
• Enhance Office Culture: Energize the office and build strong team cohesion and community engagement.
• Align with Executive Leadership: Partner with officers to support firm-wide strategic goals.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Emotional intelligence

Mentoring

Business development

Networking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Architecture

Tools

Revit

Job description

J2T Recruiting seeks a Studio Lead and Branch Manager in Vancouver, WA to steer daily operations for a 10-person multi-disciplinary team and oversee budgets, schedules, and growth. This in-office role offers hybrid options and high-visibility leadership within the firm.

You will focus on business development, client relationships, mentoring staff, and representing the firm at industry events, reporting to the Operations Manager and shaping local strategy and culture.