Area Director - Executive Level

Company: Associated General Contractors Of America
Location: Washington
Posted on: April 1, 2025

Job Description:

ABOUT THE COMPANY:LDDBlueline is a well-established, multi-disciplinary architectural and interior design firm renowned for providing unique solutions to complex design needs. Our team is unified by a common goal: to serve good people doing great things by creating buildings that change lives. As an integrated project services firm, LDDBlueline offers strategic planning, architecture, interior design, and construction management services to clients across the United States. We have various studios across our firm. Our core values drive us in all we do: Honor, Integrity, Generosity, and Humility.ABOUT THE ROLE:Area Directors are responsible for managing the operations of a specific LDDBlueline office and/or region. They ensure that there is an adequate workload and that the tasks are completed efficiently and profitably. Additionally, Area Directors strive to strengthen LDDBlueline's commitment to fostering a culture of growth, opportunity, collaboration, and transparency. Other duties as assigned.The Area Director is responsible for achieving the following:Business Development (60% of your time) -

• Consistently maintaining a backlog equal to one year of the office/region's budgeted net revenue.
• Work with Studio Directors/ Principals to increase the volume and effectiveness of consultative selling.
• Represent the office/region at Chambers of Commerce, Economic Development groups, community service organizations, etc.
• Assist in the development of proposals and contracts.Financial Success (25% of your time) -Working with team leaders to:
  • Perform the work of the office/region with a net profit margin of 20%.
  • Maintain an average collection period of 70 days or less for AR.
  • Achieve a rolling 12-month average of 70% utilization for professional staff.Professional Services and Staff Development (15% of your time) -
    • Participate in monthly meetings of the Executive Committee to address any company-wide issues, discuss proposed policies, and set strategic priorities.
    • Monitor Project Teams and confirm that they are performing necessary project management, design, and quality control functions.
    • With assistance from the HR Manager, oversee the quarterly review process. Advocate for and support professional development for design staff.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESManages and supervises team leaders and, if applicable, other staff.2025 Benefits:
      • 100% company-paid base plan for medical, dental, and vision, including short and long-term disability
      • Company-paid life insurance
      • Competitive compensation
      • Paid Time Off
      • 401K plan with match
      • Continuing Education support, including monthly lunch and learns
      • Licensure and professional growth support
      • Paid Holidays
      • Hybrid work environmentADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
        • Possession of a current architecture, interior design, or engineering license or similar credentials in the A/E/C industry or is on track to acquire such a license.
        • Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to mentor junior designers and collaborate with diverse project teams.
        • Client-facing experience with excellent communication and presentation skills.
        • Proven ability to balance design innovation with budget and schedule constraints, ensuring both design integrity and financial performance.
        • Knowledge of building materials, construction methods, engineering integration, and building codes.
        • Proven experience managing design and administrative activities in the A/E/C industry.
        • Demonstrated understanding of financial reports and statements.
        • Leadership skills that seek to build consensus and equip, encourage, and promote others.
        • Experience in business development and client relationship management.
        • Proficiency in Revit, Sketchup, Microsoft Office and other software used by the firm.
        • Experience managing multiple projects.
        • Expected to maintain availability and responsiveness through company communication devices, including Teams, Outlook, and cell phone, to ensure effective coordination and timely resolution of project-related matters.
        • Proven experience as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in specialized systems with a strong ability to develop and advocate for lead technical viewpoints on projects.
        • Experience in coordinating with directors and department heads to determine appropriate technical solutions and product strategies, and managing project tasks within various project sizes.
        • Excellent time management, prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to complete projects on time with precision and attention to detail.
        • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills and understanding of design principles, construction techniques, and industry trends.
        • Effective communicator, with excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
        • Initiative and professional drive.
        • Highly ethical.
        • Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Equal Employment Opportunity:LDDBlueline is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.Reasonable Accommodation:We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.Additional Information:This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee filling this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by management. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this job description. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.This posting does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.Join LDDBlueline and contribute to our mission of transforming lives through innovative architectural and interior design. Apply today and be a part of our dynamic team!NO THIRD PARTY RECRUITERSInterested candidates should send their resume to: careers@lddblueline.com
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