Regional Sector Leader, Industrial Workplace

Role Summary: Responsible for the growth, profitability and design excellence of assigned sector and geographic region. The SL will work closely with the sector GSL to strategically grow the sector in concert with the sector’s business plan. This includes increasing new win fees, meeting established profitability metrics, design recognition, hiring new staff, mentoring and elevating existing staff, and being a recognized leader in the sector externally. The SL will work closely with RLs and other leaders including SLs from assigned and other sectors to reach the firm’s stated goals annually.

Responsibilities

Work closely with GSL in the development of an annual business plan that aligns with and supports the overall business plan goals of the sector; Collaborate with GSL, BDL, Region Leader, other SLs and design staff to pursue, and execute work; Identify, review, interview, and select potential candidates as needed to support the growth of the sector in alignment with the sector’s business plan; Collaboration with Regional Leader/GSL in setting annual compensation and bonus recommendations for sector specific staff and those whose primary responsibility has been the design and execution of sector specific work; Collaborate with other SLs, Design Leaders, and Thought leaders across the breadth of the sector; Consistent periodic communication (at least biweekly) with GSL regarding sector performance, personnel needs or concerns, and overall strategic direction of the sector; Be a regional and/or nationally recognized industry expert, continually growing expertise and skill sets. Demonstrate this via regional or national speaking opportunities, being published, or receiving design recognition in the marketplace; Travel in support of project acquisition, project execution, conferences, firm activities and as needed to meet with relevant team members; Involve the GSL in BD301 strategies to win work on projects with projected DLR Group gross fees of more than $3 million dollars or if a partner firm is being considered; Lead/Participate in career and performance management for sector-specific staff.

Requirements

Must demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of integrated design, strategic growth, market trends, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to provide leadership to the integrated disciplines in developing award-winning technical design solutions; Must be a strong communicator, collaborative, customer focused, and growth oriented; Required Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering or related field.

Nice to have

Preferred Professional License or Certification.

Benefits

100% employee-owned; Flexible work model on Fridays