Technical Director

Your Role

Our Phoenix office is seeking a dynamic Technical Director to join our Cities Lifestyle Studio focused on mixed‑use, residential, hospitality, aviation, critical facilities and other large‑scale complex project types. As a seasoned architect and recognized technical expert, you bring a wealth of experience in high‑profile, design‑driven projects. It’s your role to lead teams to deliver unparalleled projects and to leverage your industry experience and technical acumen to drive client projects from concept through build.

You will be accountable for design excellence, technical proficiency, and design resilience across all projects in the studio.

• Manage client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, landscape and civil consultants.
• Support communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials.
• Provide technical guidance and innovative solutions to resolve complex technical and design challenges.
• Be well‑versed in maintaining project manuals and specifications.
• Prove ability to work with and oversee multiple projects and teams concurrently.
• Lead and track the QA/QC process for multiple projects at various incremental stages of delivery, focusing on design, life safety and constructability.
• Ensure design excellence in all aspects of projects across the studio.
• Advocate for design quality and execution of all projects.
• Advance the understanding of design resilience as a responsibility for all team members.
• Assure a collaborative and integrated approach toward working with other disciplines in the studio.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture.
• 15+ years of project experience in an architectural practice.
• Licensed or registered architect.
• Experience with Revit, Rhino, Bluebeam Revu, and MS Office.
• Expert knowledge of building codes, standards, building construction, and green building strategies.
• Ability to communicate code implications to staff at all levels of development.
• LEED accreditation required – preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with construction contractors and subcontractors.
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices required. Portfolio must include at least one project focused on LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, or Net Zero Building certification, and candidates should be prepared to discuss this in their interview.
• Candidate must submit work samples along with resume.

• Medical, dental, vision, disability benefits, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off.
• 401(k) plan, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice‑annual bonus opportunities.
• Reimbursement for certain professional licenses, renewals, exam fees, and tuition for eligible programs or classes.
• Annual base salary range established based on local markets.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. Individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.

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