National Design Director - Sports Architecture
Core
National Design Director leading design strategy, quality standards, and mentorship across the firm's architecture practice, specifically focusing on sports architecture and complex infrastructure.
Role type
Senior IC design director (sports architecture)
Builds
High-quality design products for complex sports and infrastructure projects
Domain
Architecture, Sports Facilities, Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic planning, design leadership, mentorship, project design review, pursuit strategy, client relationship management, staff supervision, academic liaison, professional society representation
Preferred skills
Master's degree, Registered Professional status (AIA, AICP, NCARB, PE), 20+ years experience
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Coordinate with Office Design Leaders to ensure consistent high-quality design delivery; Conduct regular project design reviews across all offices; Lead the National Design Committee activities; Represent the firm in professional design societies and academic advisory councils; Assist Office Leaders in hiring and developing design staff; Participate in pursuit strategies for market sectors
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership