Associate Principal – Operations

Associate Principal – Operations and Growth

• Full-time
• Business Line:
  Energy and Sustainable Cities
• Type of contract:
  Permanent contract
• Job Family:
  Architecture
• Compensation: USD 174,300 - USD 194,920 - yearly

10 Design, part of Egis Group, is an international architecture and master planning practice with offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai, Edinburgh, Dubai, Miami, London, Shenzhen, Singapore, and San Francisco.

The practice has won over 80 international awards and major design competitions. Our diverse and creative team with 380 architects and designers from 35 nationalities has designed and delivered work in 60 cities across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and Americas.

10 Design works at diverse scales, from the design of individual buildings to the planning of cities. The practice focuses on bringing innovative design solutions for multicultural projects, with economic and social integrity. Its works include transport-oriented developments as well as mixed-use, retail, hospitality, residential, research and science, and civic and cultural projects.

10 Design's parent company, Egis is a global leader in the consulting, construction engineering, and mobility service sectors. With a worldwide reputation for excellence and sustainability, Egis and 10 Design together provide a compelling offer that encompasses building engineering services and architectural design.

We are currently seeking an Associate Principal with a focus on both Operations and Growth to join our San Francisco studio.

• Provide leadership to the regional office, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
• Oversee daily operations to ensure efficiency, productivity, and alignment with company objectives.
• Implement and maintain company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Mentor and develop staff, promoting professional growth and ensuring a high-performing team.
• Achieve regional budgets targeting [percentage accuracy] alignment between projected and actual revenue budgets.
• Ensure regional Billable Hour Ratio (BHR) targets are met, maintaining [percentage] accuracy adherence to set benchmarks.
• Monitor and analyze financial performance, including revenue, expenses, and profitability, taking corrective actions as necessary.
• Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts, and financial strategies to align with 10 Design regional protocols
• BHR Targets Met:
  • Ensure the regional Billable Hour Ratio meets or exceeds established targets of 85%, optimizing staff utilization and profitability.
• Operational Efficiency:
  • Improve operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce overhead costs.
• Design Oversight:
  • Lead and oversee key design projects, ensuring they meet the 10 Design standards for quality, sustainability, and client satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with project teams including consultants to deliver exceptional architectural solutions that fulfill client needs and advance the firm's reputation.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends, integrating cutting-edge practices and technologies into the firm's design approach.
  • Lead the conceptual and schematic design phases of projects, ensuring innovative and high-quality outcomes.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate technical solutions into the design concept.
  • Oversee design presentations to clients, stakeholders, and at public forums.
• Compliance & Professional Development:
  • Obtain California, Texas and Florida architectural registrations to expand the firm's capabilities and geographic reach.
  • Ensure all projects comply with relevant codes, regulations, and industry standards.
  • Promote continuous learning and professional development within the team, encouraging participation in relevant training and certification programs.
• Team Development:
  • Successfully mentor and develop staff, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
• Business Development & Sales:
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand the firm's market presence with a focus on the broader Texas market.
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships to secure new projects in CA, TX and FL.
  • Create and implement strategic business development plan in coordination with the broader 10D…