Science & Technology Principal

Department: GENERAL

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: RALEIGH, NC

Reporting To: President/ Vice-President

Ci Design, Inc. is a dynamic, highly collaborative architectural firm providing architecture, planning, and interior design services to clients domestically and internationally. We are seeking a Principal with strong Life Sciences experience, specifically in Science and Technology projects, who brings advanced knowledge of architectural principles and practices along with the ability to lead complex projects, manage teams and consultants, and build strong client relationships.

This role requires an established industry presence, proven business development experience, and the ability to grow the firm’s Science and Technology practice in the region.

• This position functions as an individual researcher or a consultant having authority in a broad area of specialization or in a narrow but intensely specialized field.
• Establishes and maintains strong local industry connections and clientele, with the ability to win new work and grow the firm’s presence in the region.
• Decisions and recommendations are recognized as authoritative and have an important impact on the office.
• Assist staff in establishing strategic direction and design philosophy for the office.
• Consults with clients to gain a complete understanding of project goals and client’s vision for the project.
• Leads design efforts on retail, commercial and mixed-use projects.
• Has authority over other designers in establishing concepts and directing the design as it progresses through the various phases of the project.
• Provides functional supervision and mentoring to professionals and technicians within architecture discipline.
• Markets the firm’s capabilities, within the architectural specialty, to establish new clients and enhance relationships with existing clients.
• Attends trade shows, assists in the preparation of promotional materials and proposals for potential projects.
• Participates in the selection of design teams, and subconsultants, and in the negotiations of fees and subcontractors.
• May supervise Architects and support personnel evaluates performance; assigns and schedules work; establishes project priorities and standards; makes recommendations on hiring, firing and promotions; provides technical support of project work.
• Holds membership in professional associations and participates on company committees.
• Responsible for the financial performance of their projects.

• Minimum 15 years practicing as a licensed architect.
• AutoCAD, Sketch-up, Photoshop
• Licensed as a Registered Architect (R.A.) preferred
• Experience as lead designer for commercial, retail, office, hotel, mixed-use projects or master-planning projects.
• Ability to accomplish technical assignments of varying complexity.

• Opportunity to work on diverse projects with a focus on Science and Technology.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, and vision, 401(k) matching, commuter benefits, PTO, and paid company holidays.