| Director of Architectural and Development Services At McKinstry, we’re proud to be a collective group of innovators and problem solvers, designers, builders and engineers, mentors and students. We strive to create a safe and engaging work environment that empowers you to do the work you are passionate about. We believe deeply that energy and facility services, engineering and construction are revolutionizing the built environment – and if you’re driven by our mission to transform ideas into meaningful relationships and together, build a thriving planet, McKinstry may be the place for you. Total collaboration and a diverse, employee-centric work experience are what we can provide you. Integrated delivery and true consultative partnership is what you will help us provide for our clients. Our culture is what differentiates us and because of this, we seek exceptional talent that believes what we believe . Here’s where you come in: We’re currently seeking a Director of Architectural and Development Services to join our team based at our Seattle, WA headquarters. You will guide McKinstry’s architectural solutions business on a national level, supporting development projects that are cutting edge and meaningful to our communities. You’re great at: - Being the national architect of record for all McKinstry offices.
- Act as an owner’s representative pursuing all project entitlements (permits) and guiding 3rd party architects.
- Active member of the executive development team vetting out new and exciting opportunities that match McKinstry’s values and vision.
- Proactively consults with the executive team to determine project pursuits, scopes and execution of work.
- Coach, develop, and manage McKinstry’s architectural team.
- Provide guidance and leadership for financial decisions that affect different functions and verticals.
What we would like to see from you - Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) or Master of Architecture (M.Arch).
- Must be a Licensed Architect, preferably with an active NCARB certificate.
- At least 10 years of experience leading architectural teams and development opportunities.
- Demonstrated expertise in building codes, lease negotiation, and contracts.
- Expresses strong business acumen, communication, consulting, and negotiating skills.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook required; working knowledge of BOMA, Sketch-up and Revit is a plus.
Our company culture includes a robust mix of sound business practices and employee initiatives that promote personal and professional development, work/life balance, health and wellness and community involvement. The Company is an equal opportunity employer. We believe every employee has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, ancestry, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, or Veteran or military status, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by local, state or federal law in the relevant jurisdiction. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment and training. McKinstry is committed to strengthening our diversity through recruiting and retaining minority and women professionals from all backgrounds. Our commitment is consistent with our recognition that it is the outstanding people within McKinstry who have always been the source of our strength. We recognize that promoting diversity is an integral component of our continuing quest for organizational excellence. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity. Anyone with questions or concerns regarding Equal Employment Opportunity should contact their direct supervisor or the Human Resources Department without fear of retaliation of any kind. |
