Position Overview

We are seeking a visionary Architecture Higher Education Leader to lead and grow a well-established architectural practice in the Mid-Atlantic region. This is a senior leadership opportunity for a licensed architect with deep expertise in higher education design, business development, and team leadership.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record managing large-scale architectural projects ranging from $10M–$50M, while building strong client relationships, mentoring high-performing teams, and shaping the strategic growth of an architecture studio.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Business Development

• Lead regional growth initiatives within the higher education market
  
• Identify, pursue, and win new architectural projects
  
• Strengthen long-term client relationships and industry partnerships
  
• Collaborate with senior leadership to expand market presence across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions
  
• Represent the firm with community stakeholders, campus leaders, and industry organizations
  

Project & Design Leadership

• Oversee higher education projects valued between $10M–$50M from concept through completion
  
• Ensure design excellence, technical accuracy, and regulatory compliance
  
• Guide architectural design, graphic modeling, and technical documentation efforts
  
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions
  
• Maintain project schedules, budgets, and quality standards
  

Team Development & Studio Growth

• Lead, mentor, and develop architectural teams (5–15 professionals)
  
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance studio culture
  
• Recruit and retain top architectural talent
  
• Align team strengths with strategic business goals
  
• Promote continuous improvement and professional development
  

Required Qualifications (Must Have)

• Active Architectural License (NCARB preferred)
  
• 18+ years of experience in higher education architectural design and leadership
  
• Professional Architecture Licenses beyond Maryland (Mid-Atlantic / Southeast regions)
  
• LEED AP Accreditation
  
• SCUP Membership
  
• Proven success in business development and client relationship growth
  
• Experience managing large-scale projects ($10M–$50M) from concept to completion
  
• Strong leadership, communication, and mentorship abilities
  
• Proficiency in architectural design and graphic modeling tools:
  
• Revit
  
• SketchUp
  
• Adobe Suite
  

Preferred Experience

• Background in large enterprise architecture or civil engineering firms (500+ employees or equivalent scale)
  
• Demonstrated career stability with progressive leadership responsibility
  
• Experience working closely with higher education institutions and campus planning teams
  
• Strong understanding of sustainable design and higher education facilities planning
  

Work Environment

This is a hybrid role based in Hunt Valley, Maryland, requiring on-site presence at least three days per week. The role is primarily office-based with occasional site visits. A professional, collaborative work environment is provided, and reasonable accommodations may be made as needed.

• Full Medical Benefits
  
• Paid Time Off
  
• 401(k) Matching