Managing Director NY Studio

At Unispace, we create spaces that empower people and businesses to thrive. We are a global design-build partner delivering workplace and life sciences projects for some of the world’s most innovative brands. As the Managing Director, you will provide strategic leadership and operational direction to Unispace’s New York studio. You’ll play a key role in fostering a high-performing team, driving business growth, and ensuring exceptional client service aligned with our full methodology. This is an opportunity to shape Unispace New York's operations by developing market-specific strategies, building client relationships, and nurturing a culture of collaboration and excellence.

Responsibilities

Establish and lead high-performing teams across the New York studio, supporting Discipline Leads in recruitment, talent development, and performance management; Develop and execute a strategic plan that focuses on resource allocation, client acquisition, team growth, and operational excellence; Drive Unispace's market presence as a visible ambassador, understanding local market trends, cultural nuances, and regulatory requirements; Collaborate with global and regional leaders to align New York operations with Unispace's broader strategic objectives; Build and nurture strategic relationships with clients, project managers, and industry agents to expand Unispace's portfolio and secure repeat business; Develop and implement client strategies tailored to local market needs, ensuring alignment with global goals; Identify new business opportunities, lead client presentations, and drive revenue growth by achieving pre-agreed sales targets; Maintain insight into project and client profitability throughout project lifecycles; Oversee adoption and effective use of key systems, including Salesforce, Procore, Revit, and more; Provide financial oversight, including reporting on sales, gross profit, labor costs, and pipeline projections; Ensure risk management strategies are in place and address legal, reputational, and financial risks in collaboration with global functions; Foster collaboration across disciplines, studios, and corporate functions, ensuring seamless operations and alignment with Unispace culture and values

Requirements

Proven leadership in managing and developing high-performing teams; Exceptional client relationship management and networking abilities; Strong commercial awareness and business acumen; Expertise in contract negotiation, procurement processes, and pitching to clients; Excellent communication, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills; Ability to collaborate across diverse teams and geographies; Extensive knowledge of the New York market, including local industry trends and regulatory requirements; Track record of driving business growth and achieving revenue targets in competitive markets; Experience in managing complex, multi-disciplinary teams and projects

Nice to have

Background in commercial real estate, design, or project management