Director of Architecture and Sales
chicago roof deck gardenChicago, IL
$125,000
APPLYChicago Roof Deck + Garden is looking for a Director of Architecture and Sales. We need a blend of technical spatial expertise and consultative selling. You will manage the entire client journey- initial site consultation, evaluating structural constraints, designing, presenting concepts and closing.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct initial site assessments Evaluate existing site conditions to recommend updates, repair details, or custom new designs and commissioning further structural or invasive inspections when necessary
- Develop models, structure, layouts, finishes and material specifications by self or with cooperation with structural engineer, construction principal and architectural team
- Develop plan of implementation, logistics and installation means and methods Navigate the Chicago building codes, setback regulations and permitting processes
- Lead sales presentations Manage designs by self and those assigned to junior designers
- Manage sale cycle from initial lead generation to project close-out
- Maintain a personal sales quota of $5M+ in annual closed contract volume
- Build accurate estimate proposals and scope-of-work documentation balancing client vision with constructability and margin targets
- Serve as the primary design authority for your projects from kick-off through production hand-off
- Collaborate with structural engineers, construction principal, project managers and field supervisors to ensure design intent and structural details are executed flawlessly
- Qualifications & Background
- Degree in Architecture 10+ years of experience in architectural design or general contracting
- Proven experience closing design-build projects with direct revenue responsibility
- Deep understanding of structural and architectural characteristics of concrete, wood, composite, steel building materials
- Experienced in high end space and building envelope design
- Advanced 2D and 3D modeling
- Exceptional verbal, written and presentation skills
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary:
$125,000+Additional compensation- combination of closed sales volume, profitability and staffing efficency Healthcare- dental, vision and medical 401KPaid vacation
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Level
Manager L7
Salary
$125,000
Location
Chicago, IL
Occupation
Architectural and Engineering Managers
Industry
Architectural Services
Posted
10 days ago