Associate Principal – Operations and Growth

We are currently seeking am Associate Principal with a focus on both Operations and Growth to join our San Francisco studio.

Key Areas of Focus:

• Office Leadership & Management:
  • Provide leadership to the regional office fostering a culture of innovation collaboration and excellence.
  • Oversee daily operations to ensure efficiency productivity and alignment with company objectives.
  • Implement and maintain company policies procedures and standards.
  • Mentor and develop staff promoting professional growth and ensuring a high-performing team.
• Financial Management:
  • Achieve regional budgets targeting % accuracy alignment between projected and actual revenue budgets.
  • Ensure regional Billable Hour Ratio (BHR) targets are met maintaining % accuracy adherence to set benchmarks.
  • Monitor and analyze financial performance including revenue expenses and profitability taking corrective actions as necessary.
  • Develop and manage annual budgets forecasts and financial strategies to align with 10Design regional protocols
• BHR Targets Met:
  • Ensure the regional Billable Hour Ratio meets or exceeds established targets of 85% optimizing staff utilization and profitability.
• Operational Efficiency:
  • Improve operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce overhead costs.
• Design Oversight:
  • Lead and oversee key design projects ensuring they meet the 10Design standards for quality sustainability and client satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with project teams including consultants to deliver exceptional architectural solutions that fulfill client needs and advance the firms reputation.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends integrating cutting-edge practices and technologies into the firms design approach.
  • Lead the conceptual and schematic design phases of projects ensuring innovative and high-quality outcomes.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate technical solutions into the design concept.
  • Oversee design presentations to clients stakeholders and at public forums.
• Compliance & Professional Development:
  • Obtain California Texas and Florida architectural registrations to expand the firms capabilities and geographic reach.
  • Ensure all projects comply with relevant codes regulations and industry standards.
  • Promote continuous learning and professional development within the team encouraging participation in relevant training and certification programs.

• Team Development:
  • Successfully mentor and develop staff resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
• Business Development & Sales:
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand the firms market presence with a focus on the broader Texas market.
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships to secure new projects in CA TX and FL.
  • Create and implement strategic business development plan in coordination with the broader 10D Five Year plan with measurable metrics of success.
  • Attend industry conferences and networking events to promote the firm and generate leads.
• Office Growth & Support:
  • Contribute to the strategic planning and development of the SF Dallas and Miami offices.
  • Mentor and develop junior architects and staff to build a strong cohesive team.
  • Implement best practices and operational efficiencies to enhance office performance.
  • Maintain awareness and active pursuit of aging account receivables.
• Performance Metrics & KPIs:
  • Regional Growth Initiatives: Achieve targeted percentage (%) growth in the firms regional markets.
  • New Accounts Signed: Secure a specified number of new accounts in new sectors such as mixed-use developments.
  • Revenue Growth: Attain a percentage (%) increase in fees compared to 2023 enhancing the firms financial performance.
  • Lead Generation: Increase the number of leads and opportunities in the sales pipeline.
  • Architectural Registrations Obtained: Acquire necessary registrations to practice in additional states or regions.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Architecture plus eight years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
   

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years of project management experience in architectural projects and experience in project leadership on complex architectural projects.
• NCARB Certification and LEED Accreditation.
• Proficiency in Revit and other BIM tools.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; adaptable to various audiences.
• Excellent organizational skills time management and attention to detail.
   

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary with annual performance-based bonuses.
Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance.
Employer-matched 401(k) retirement plan.
Paid time off (PTO) holidays and flexible hybrid work model.
9/80 work schedule with alternating 3-day weekends.
Continuing education and professional development support.
Collaborative studio culture with firm-wide impact potential.
 

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary with annual performance-based bonuses.
Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance.
Employer-matched 401(k) retirement plan.
Paid time off (PTO) holidays and flexible hybrid work model.
9/80 work schedule with alternating 3-day weekends.
Continuing education and professional development support.
Collaborative studio culture with firm-wide impact potential.

 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time