Architecture Studio Leader

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places
• Work Location Model:
  Hybrid
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  US - Cleveland, OH - 1300 East 9th S
• Compensation: USD 140,000 - USD 170,000 - yearly

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be h accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Are you ready to lead transformative architecture projects and build client partnerships that shape communities?
AECOM
’s Ohio Buildings + Places team is seeking an Architecture Studio Leader to join our Cleveland, OH team. This is a respected leadership role for those who are passionate about elevating project outcomes and cultivating a culture of excellence.

About the Ohio Buildings + Places Team

Our Ohio practice - anchored by large studios in Columbus and Cleveland - is one of the most established and highest-performing B+P practices in
AECOM’s West Region. Our Ohio-led client base is global and includes Public Non-Federal, Cultural + Civic, Higher Education, Science & Technology, and Transit, plus a full suite of Federal clients (ANG, NASA, DHS, GSA, NPS, VA, USACE, USAF, USSF). Most clients are repeat partners, recognizing our positive impact to their organizations. We operate as a fully integrated, multidisciplinary studio, offering those clients:

Workplace Strategy & Advisory

Digital Delivery & Technology Solution

Design excellence is at the core of our identity. Since 2022, Ohio B+P projects have earned nearly 30 design awards, reflecting our commitment to craft, performance, resiliency, and innovation at every scale.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

As the Cleveland Architecture Studio Leader, you will be responsible for elevating design outcomes, strengthening client relationships, and cultivating a high‑performing, collaborative culture.

Design & Technical Leadership

• Champion AECOM’s design philosophy and uphold best‑in‑class quality standards.
• Guide teams through all phases of design, ensuring technical and visual excellence.
• Provide high-level QA/QC across all teams and project phases.
• Drive integration of sustainable design principles and emerging technologies.
• Collaborate hand-in-hand with the Columbus Architecture studio leader under a “One Ohio” philosophy.
• Mentor, support, and develop architectural staff at all career stages.
• Recruit, retain, and promote diverse, exceptional talent.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning.

Project Delivery & Operations

• Oversee the execution of multiple, complex projects from concept through construction.
• Partner with Project Managers to define scope, staffing strategies, fee proposals, schedules, and work plans.
• Manage studio performance metrics including utilization, quality, profitability, and staffing.

Client Leadership & Business Development

• Build and deepen relationships with new and existing clients.
• Lead and contribute to pursuits, interviews, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Elevate AECOM’s design presence in Cleveland and across the region.

Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability for promoting a culture of design and technical excellence and collaboration, leading and managing project teams, providing leadership-by-example, and sharing knowledge through pin‑ups, charrettes, and technical reviews.

We expect the ideal candidate would…