Lead Architect

On site in New York City, NY

Our client is a respected design and project delivery organization supporting complex building initiatives across the New York market. They are seeking a Lead Architect to help shape the future of high impact projects that serve communities, institutions, and public facing environments. This is a rare opportunity to step into a visible leadership role with influence across design quality, client strategy, team development, and business performance. The right person will bring a strong point of view, a collaborative leadership style, and the ability to elevate both project outcomes and market presence.

This Role Offers

• Competitive compensation and a strong benefits package
• High visibility within a growing architectural practice
• Opportunity to lead meaningful work across complex building programs
• Close collaboration with multidisciplinary technical and project leadership teams
• A platform to influence strategic growth, client engagement, and team development

What You Will Do

• Guide the architectural strategy for a portfolio of public sector and institutional building programs
• Partner with engineering and project delivery leaders to align design intent, constructability, and building systems performance
• Lead and develop architects, designers, and project leaders while promoting accountability, quality, and professional growth
• Oversee staffing plans and resource alignment to support delivery goals across multiple concurrent engagements
• Help establish performance expectations, track project outcomes, and strengthen execution discipline across the team
• Support growth efforts by shaping pursuit strategy, contributing to proposals, and strengthening executive client relationships
• Monitor business performance, budgets, and forecast inputs for an architecture practice or business segment
• Represent the practice with senior clients, agency stakeholders, and teaming partners across the New York market

What You Bring

• Licensed Architect in New York
• Extensive experience leading architectural design and delivery within a consulting environment
• Prior leadership experience with responsibility for team performance, operations, or business segment oversight
• Strong understanding of how architecture integrates with MEP systems, constructability requirements, and modern building performance goals
• Background in higher education, civic, transportation, government, or other large scale institutional environments
• Experience supporting proposals, client development, and strategic growth initiatives
• Working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, and common project and office software tools
• Strong executive communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts into practical business discussions

Preferred Background

• LEED accreditation
• Advanced degree in architecture, business, or a related discipline
• Experience working with New York City or New York State agencies

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