Architecture Manager

Architecture Manager

Ready to turn your ambition into achievement? Join Pond & Company and be part of the team that’s redefining the future of Architectural, Engineering, Planning, Construction Management, and Environmental projects!

We are seeking an Architecture Manager to support our growing architectural team and business unit. The position will report out of our Jacksonville, FL office and work closely with our Vice President of Architecture. The ideal candidate possesses 15+ years’ progressive leadership experience in an architectural design firm, with a drive to provide leadership to a diverse architectural and interior design team.

The candidate will work closely with the Vice President of architecture to set goals and strategy around employee development and recruiting, and lead the operational aspects of the practice. The appropriately qualified candidate will be able to demonstrate previous success in the delivery of architectural projects, proven leadership skills and a strong work ethic. This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of our growing architectural practice in a multi-disciplinary A/E firm, and to have a direct impact on our growth as a company.

• Coordinate with Vice President on overall strategic direction of the group
• Align resources in our multiple offices to meet existing and future growth, goals and objectives across our service industries (including federal, municipal, industrial and commercial clientele)
• Recruiting and hiring for all offices
• Scheduling resources for all programs
• Process improvement for intake of architecture design work from the different programs.
• Employee development
• Some project management based on project type and group needs
• Effective people management and leadership skills

• Support pursuits in concert with other Pond Leadership and our Marketing team

• Responsible for day-to-day operations and overall resource management and financial metrics
• Responsible for working with Project Managers and Design Team for day to day decisions on resource allocation, staffing, and project budgets
• Responsible for assessment of resources and effectiveness to meet current and future needs
• Review and approve of new hires
• Responsible for training, mentoring, and professional development of direct reports and program team members

• Oversee and actively manage our Quality Assurance Program
• Assist the architectural practice in branding Pond as an industry recognized technical expert

• B. Arch or M. Arch at an accredited university
• Architectural Licensure is required. NCARB certification is preferred
• 15+ years of related experience including people and project management
• Ability to work well within a team environment, positive attitude, multi-task, and self-motivated to produce high quality work.
• Ability to help us grow our practice
• Ability and desire to learn and grow professionally

• Pond is an award-winning, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years.

• Pond’s staff of 800+ professionals provide a deep bench strength of experience and capabilities to offer customized solutions that help clients manage projects from concept to completion – and everything in between – with confidence and clarity.

• Pond is currently ranked as the 80th largest engineering and design firm by ENR, Atlanta’s #1 engineering firm by Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been recognized as an Employer of the Year by Georgia ACEC and a Best Place to Work for Working Parents.

Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors. Please see the hiring range associated with this posting for more information.
Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits…