Client Leader, Justice + Civic
DLR Group
augusta, Georgia | Apr 11
OverviewDLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. This role could be based in the following cities: Austin or Houston.About Justice + Civic at DLR GroupAs a nationally recognized expert in Justice+Civic facility planning and design, DLR Group serves municipal, county, state, and federal public-sector clients to deliver civic, public safety, and justice design solutions that achieve excellence in operations, sustainable design, resilience planning, space planning, building assessment, cost of ownership analysis, and project management. Throughout the project lifecycle, you will maintain consistent client contact, foster a collaborative and innovative work environment, and ensure that both client and DLR Group goals are met.If you are a collaborative thought leader with a strategic mindset this might be the position for you. We rely on all our employee-owners to apply their financial acumen to grow the Firm profitably.What you will doManage project execution, ensuring alignment with budget, schedule, and scope while maintaining client expectationsCollaborate with the Project Manager on staffing, responsibilities, and performance feedback for project team membersTrack project milestones and deliverables, ensuring adherence to quality standards and preparing regular status reportsFacilitate and document meetings with staff and clients, coordinating project personnel, vendors, and consultantsParticipate in client contract negotiations, manage change requests, and approve project plan modificationsSupport business development initiatives by contributing to RFP responses and participating in client interviewsOversee project invoicing, ensuring accuracy and alignment with work deliverables, and manage account receivablesRequired Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design, or related construction field (Professional licensure preferred)At least 10 years of professional experience in the AEC industry, inclusive of at least 5 years in a client-facing roleExperience with state and local jurisdictionsStrong understanding of business management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, and leadershipKnowledge of customer service principles, including needs assessment, quality standards, and customer satisfactionExpertise in design techniques and tools for producing technical plans, drawings, and modelsFamiliarity with building methods, materials, and systems for construction and renovation projectsStrong critical thinking, time management, and communication skills, both verbal and writtenAbility to actively listen, understand others' perspectives, and respond thoughtfully in conversationsDLR Group is an equal opportunity employer.
Full-Time