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National Design Director - Sports Architecture

Kansas City, MO, USFull-time$208k–$361k2026-08-27 → 2026-11-11
Based in United StatesNo visa sponsorship

Core

Lead the firm's design strategy and culture for complex infrastructure projects, specifically focusing on sports architecture, ensuring high-quality delivery and mentoring design staff across the organization.

Role type

Senior IC design director (sports architecture)

Builds

High-quality design products for complex infrastructure projects (sports venues, etc.)

Domain

Architecture / Sports Facilities

Required skills

Strategic planning, design leadership, mentorship, project design review, pursuit strategy development, client relationship management, hiring and staff development

Preferred skills

Master's degree, Registered Professional status (AIA, AICP, NCARB, PE), 20+ years of experience

Technologies

None stated

Responsibilities

Coordinate with Office Design Leaders to achieve design standards, conduct regular project design reviews, lead the National Design Committee, represent the firm in professional societies, assist in hiring and supervising design staff, develop pursuit strategies

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership