SmithGroup is an award-winning, integrated design firm that blends research, data and technology with innovation and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and move us closer to a carbon-free future. Care to join us?

The Atlantaoffice of SmithGroupis looking for aArchitect / Client Partner - Higher Education Marketto join our team.

Working with us, you will:

• Assist in growing practice market share and net revenue through the pursuit of new work and assisting teams in profitably delivering design excellence and client satisfaction.
• Maintain relationships with past clients and develop relationships with current/new clients.
• Work closely with the Studio Leader, Business Development, and Marketing to strategically grow the studio aligned with practice goals; effectively represent our services; and contribute to thought leadership initiatives including presentations at regional and national conferences.
• Provide leadership and be actively involved in projects through all phases, from initial client contacts through marketing pursuits, sales efforts, contract negotiations, project kick-off, feasibility studies, strategic planning, master planning, programming, conceptual studies, schematic, design, design development, construction documentation, bidding and award, construction administration, move-in, follow-up, and on-going client relationship maintenance.
• Work with discipline leaders and staff assuring the technical, administrative, and schedule targets are met.
• Consistently exhibit and demonstrate a commitment to SmithGroupcore values - passion, sustainability, equity, community, curiosity, and integrity.
• Participate in recruiting, coaching, and career development of staff.

An ideal candidate has:

• A professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering, or equivalent combination of related experience and/or training.
• 15+ years related experience preferred and/or training (or equivalent combination of education and experience) in the AE Industry.
• Registration or licensure in relevant field; LEED AP preferred.
• Strong leadership skills in the areas of business development; professional and civic involvement.
• Strong business acumen and critical thinking skills in the pursuit of the work.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in working in a multi-disciplinary team setting, collaborating, mentoring and client satisfaction.
• Thorough knowledge of the entire project delivery process and ability to lead design efforts through all project stages, including leadership with the client, contractors, and internal team.
• The ability to take responsibility and ownership to meet standards, budgets, schedules, and deadlines.
• A high degree of self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel 25-35%.

SmithGroup's competitive compensation and benefit package is designed to meet the needs of a diverse staff. It includes flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 401(k), parental leave, wellbeing resources, PTO immediately available to new hires, plus 15 extra Fridays off - on top of holidays. Join us and see first-hand how these and other programs - like one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities - build culture, enhance collaboration and yield richer, more inclusive solutions.

If you are not sure that you meet all of the suggested qualifications described above, please don't leave this page. Your talents and attributes could be just what we're looking for - and we strongly encourage you to apply. If you need additional accommodations to complete the application process, please contact careers@smithgroup.com