DLR Group

Lead strategic marketing activities and manage a marketing team to promote the Higher Education sector, develop and execute marketing communications plans, and measure campaign effectiveness. | Requires 10+ years in marketing leadership preferably in AEC/design industry, degree in marketing or related field, strong communication and project management skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Suite; Adobe Creative Suite preferred. | DLR 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. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place. Education We have an opening for a Marketing Leader, Higher Education and Healthcare. This role could be based in the following cities: • Columbus • Denver • Minneapolis • Nashville • Phoenix • Other locations may be considered About Marketing Sector At DLR Group At DLR Group, the Marketing team provides strategic support in pursuit of new opportunities and the development of marketing materials. By leveraging a deep understanding of market trends and client needs, the team highlights the firm’s expertise and resonate with prospective clients. Position Summary The Marketing Leader guides strategic marketing activity for our Higher Education sector. The Marketing Leader supports growth and awareness of their sector(s) by promoting its design acumen and value proposition to attract engage convert and retain prospects clients and talent. The Marketing Leader develops calendars and executes the sector’s external marketing communications outreach and content strategy across all channels. They also lead and manage other communications professionals. What You Will Do • Monitor trends and have an innate understanding of a sector(s) 12-24-36 month performance and growth outlook in order to identify and validate new breakthrough positioning and differentiation strategies with sector leadership. • Manage and mentor a cross-functional marketing media and creative team to achieve brand awareness and maximize market impact driving growth in alignment with sector business plan initiatives. • Develop annual sector(s) marketing communications plan content strategy and calendar including multi-channel integrated marketing campaigns client-facing award programs project storytelling and marketing asset management. • Master a creative vision for sector-based content marketing across the firm’s digital and print channels elevating storytelling through compelling forms of media. • Lead development of storytelling and manage sector page/content at dlrgroup.com. • Establish and measure KPIs to track the impact of sector-based marketing campaigns and components therein. Analyze review and report on the effectiveness of these efforts to maximize results. • Identify systemic red flags and / or improvements to overall marketing metrics and deliverables in designated sectors. Required Qualifications • Degree in Marketing Communications English or similar • 10+ years of experience with progressive responsibilities in a Marketing Brand or Communications department preferably in the AEC or design industry • Experience effectively communicating with public sector audiences including government institutions. • Track record of tying marketing activity and measurable outcomes to established business objectives. • Deep understanding of content marketing strategy and best practices for its effective execution. • Action-oriented with a knack for managing multiple tasks for multiple interests; strong project and people management skills. • Master of prioritization to maintain focus on established strategic direction. • Growth mindset: the desire to continually improve processes and outcomes. • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite including PowerPoint and Teams; familiarity with information gathering from a database Deltek Vision preferred. Preferred Qualifications • Experience and passion for hiring managing and mentoring a high-performing team. • Strategic thinking ability to break down complex issues into sizeable actionable pieces. • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite especially InDesign. DLR Group is an integrated design firm delivering architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, and building optimization for new builds, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects. We are 100% employee-owned: every employee is literally invested in our clients’ success. At the core of our firm are interdisciplinary teams engaged in every step of project lifecycles. Our teams champion true collaboration, open information sharing, shared risk and reward, value-based decision making, and proficient use of technology to deliver exceptional design. We are pursuing the goals of the 2030 Challenge, the ME2040, and the SE2050, and are an initial signatory of the China Accord and the AIA 2030 Commitment. Through our values – commitment, creativity, environmental stewardship, fun, integrity, ownership, sharing, teamwork – we elevate the human experience through design, together. DLR Group follows a four-day in-office work model, with employees having the flexibility to work somewhere other than the office on Fridays. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

Manage all aspects of public safety architectural projects including team coordination, client communication, budget and schedule adherence, and quality control. | Bachelor's degree in architecture/engineering/interior design, 10+ years AEC experience with 5+ years client-facing, expertise in design tools and building codes, and proficiency in project management software. | DLR 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. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place. Role DLR Group's Texas region has an opening for a Project Manager to lead Public Safety projects for our Justice + Civic sector. This role could be based in the following cities: • Austin • Dallas • Houston About Public Safety At DLR Group As a nationally recognized expert in Justice + Civic facility planning and design, DLR Group has documented expertise and experience in public safety facilities related to operations, sustainable design, resilience planning, space planning, building assessment, cost of ownership analysis, and project management. As one of the few large integrated design firms in the nation, DLR Group specializes in public safety facility design. We work with critical agencies and communities of all types, distilling needs into numbers, creating criteria, and providing realistic budgets for moving projects forward. DLR Group’s knowledge of how to design police operations environments is unsurpassed in the realm of public safety architecture. Position Summary  As a Project Manager at DLR Group, you will oversee all aspects of one or more projects, including managing project teams, coordinating with external consultants, and ensuring adherence to project schedules, budgets, and fees. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of quality and design excellence throughout the project lifecycle. Additionally, you will be accountable for the financial success of the project, ensuring it remains on track and within budget. If you are a collaborative thought leader with a strategic mindset this might be the position for you. DLR Group is 100% employee owned and as such you’ll enjoy the opportunity to have ownership in the Firm. We rely on all our employee-owners to apply their financial acumen to grow the Firm profitably. What You Will Do • Collaborate with the Project Manager on staffing, responsibilities, and performance feedback for project team members • Facilitate and document meetings with staff and clients, coordinating project personnel, vendors, and consultants • Participate in client contract negotiations, manage change requests, and approve project plan modifications • Support business development initiatives by contributing to RFP responses and participating in client interviews • Oversee project invoicing, ensuring accuracy and alignment with work deliverables, and manage account receivables • Assist in negotiating scope of services, fees, and preparing Owner/Architect and Architect/Consultant Agreements • Ensure complete and accurate client and project information is input into Vantagepoint and updated as necessary • Lead the identification of key services, coordinating scope, fees, deliverables, and schedules for all disciplines involved • Develop comprehensive project plans in Planifi, including schedules, milestones, and staffing, and initiate tasks in INDEPRO • Manage project execution to meet client expectations for scope, quality, budget, and schedule, while coordinating activities of project personnel, vendors, and consultants • Track project milestones, ensuring deliverable quality and submission, and provide status updates with adjustments as needed • Assist in preparing proposals for design changes, managing additional services, and supporting invoicing and fee collection efforts • Lead and mentor project teams, ensuring alignment with project plans, and maintain regular communication with clients to manage expectations • Collaborate with design leaders to ensure compliance with DLR Group quality standards and integrate design expertise into the project at every phase Required 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 role • Proven experience leading large-scale architectural projects • Experience with state and local jurisdictions • Strong understanding of business management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, and leadership • Knowledge of customer service principles, including needs assessment, quality standards, and customer satisfaction • Expertise in design techniques and tools for producing technical plans, drawings, and models • Familiarity with building methods, materials, and systems for construction and renovation projects • Strong critical thinking, time management, and communication skills, both verbal and written • Ability to actively listen, understand others' perspectives, and respond thoughtfully in conversations • Proficient in Vantagepoint, Planifi, and Microsoft Suite (including Project) • High proficiency in standard A/E/I/P software, with the ability to mentor and train team members in technical and software skills • Strong working knowledge of design techniques, tools, and sustainable design principles for producing technical plans, drawings, and models • Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills, with demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop junior staff while multitasking and maintaining high standards of quality • Working knowledge of local building and zoning codes, with experience guiding teams in compliance and regulatory requirements • TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SUBMIT CURRENT PORTFOLIO/WORK SAMPLES IN PDF FORMAT* DLR Group is an integrated design firm delivering architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, and building optimization for new builds, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects. We are 100% employee-owned: every employee is literally invested in our clients’ success. At the core of our firm are interdisciplinary teams engaged in every step of project lifecycles. Our teams champion true collaboration, open information sharing, shared risk and reward, value-based decision making, and proficient use of technology to deliver exceptional design. We are pursuing the goals of the 2030 Challenge, the ME2040, and the SE2050, and are an initial signatory of the China Accord and the AIA 2030 Commitment. Through our values – commitment, creativity, environmental stewardship, fun, integrity, ownership, sharing, teamwork – we elevate the human experience through design, together. DLR Group follows a four-day in-office work model, with employees having the flexibility to work somewhere other than the office on Fridays. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

Provide acoustic design solutions for architectural projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, perform acoustic calculations and measurements, and manage project deliverables. | Bachelor’s degree in acoustics or related field, 2-10 years acoustic consulting experience, knowledge of building acoustic concepts, proficiency with acoustic software, and strong communication skills. | DLR 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. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place. DLR Group's Acoustic Design Team Is Growing. We're Searching For a Acoustic Designer To Join Us In One Of The Following Studios • Charlotte • Chicago • Cleveland • Columbus • Denver • Lincoln • Los Angeles • Minneapolis • Omaha • Phoenix • Portland • Seattle • Washington, DC Position Summary As an Acoustic Designer at DLR Group you will be responsible for applying your design skills in the realization of award-winning design projects. Along with traditional architecture and engineering design services, DLR Group provides innovative and integrated acoustic design solutions for music and drama spaces, cultural arts facilities, museums, institutional buildings, lecture halls, meeting rooms, courtrooms, and other built environments. Acoustic Designers at DLR Group collaborate with many other design disciplines including architecture, mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering, as well as interior design and even landscape design. you will work closely with the Acoustic Design Leader and integrated design team members to support the preparation of markups, calculations, specifications, design reports, measurements, and drawing reviews. You will ensure the delivery of high-quality acoustic design solutions that meet project goals and adhere to schedules. In this role, you will also collaborate with the project manager to address client needs and maintain the financial health of the project, while coordinating the efforts of supporting acoustic designers assigned to the project. What You Will Do • Understand and communicate project and regulatory criteria to the design team to ensure compliance • Research new products and methods to develop innovative design solutions that meet project goals and budgets • Coordinate and guide the work of supporting acoustic design staff to ensure timely, high-quality deliverables • Assist senior staff with project design reviews, documentation, acoustic calculations, sound isolation and other acoustic design work • Ensure project information and recommendations are accurately incorporated into project documents and align with project objectives • Apply DLR Group practice standards and develop technical skills to solve acoustic design challenges and deliver high-quality results • Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other project planners to provide acoustic design guidance on sound isolation, room acoustics, environmental noise and MEP noise and vibration control • Ensure work products meet QA/QC procedures and are appropriate for the recipient, maintaining firm standards • Communicate effectively with team members using written, oral, and visual communication methods to drive project success • Manage deliverables to meet project deadlines and contribute to overall project profitability by understanding and following the project workplan • Provide technical solutions to acoustic design challenges and align project outcomes with design and budgetary requirements Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in acoustics, engineering, building sciences, or related field • 2-10 years experience in acoustic consulting or related field • A desire to learn about how acoustic design integrates into the architecture/engineering design process • Basic knowledge of building acoustic concepts such as MEP noise and vibration control, room acoustics, sound isolation, and environmental noise • Ability to calculate and estimate key design elements like HVAC background noise, sound isolation, sound propagation, and reverberation time • Proficient in using spreadsheets, PDF documents, and acoustic software tools to provide clear design recommendations • Ability to make or direct field measurements following industry and project-specific standards • Strong understanding of design techniques, tools, and sustainable principles for producing precise technical plans, drawings, reports, and models • Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills with the ability to explain complex acoustic concepts clearly • Strong multitasking abilities, capable of managing multiple projects in different design phases while maintaining high-quality standards Preferred Qualifications • Proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD • Experience developing Revit tools and plugins • Experience with acoustic modeling in programs such as CadnaA, CATT, EASE, and Grasshopper • Experience with acoustic field measurements (reverberation time, sound isolation, environmental noise) • Experience working in the design and construction industry, and/or knowledge of design and construction processes • Knowledge or certification in LEED, WELL and other design industry acoustic criteria Our comprehensive Benefits at DLR Group include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities. Compensation considerations are based on location, experience, and skills. The suggested pay range for this position is: Pay Range $55,000 - $100,000 USD DLR Group is an integrated design firm delivering architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, and building optimization for new builds, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects. We are 100% employee-owned: every employee is literally invested in our clients’ success. At the core of our firm are interdisciplinary teams engaged in every step of project lifecycles. Our teams champion true collaboration, open information sharing, shared risk and reward, value-based decision making, and proficient use of technology to deliver exceptional design. We are pursuing the goals of the 2030 Challenge, the ME2040, and the SE2050, and are an initial signatory of the China Accord and the AIA 2030 Commitment. Through our values – commitment, creativity, environmental stewardship, fun, integrity, ownership, sharing, teamwork – we elevate the human experience through design, together. DLR Group follows a four-day in-office work model, with employees having the flexibility to work somewhere other than the office on Fridays. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

Lead and grow the Healthcare sector by managing client relationships, securing new business, overseeing project quality and profitability, and providing strategic leadership. | Bachelor's degree in architecture or related field, professional licensure, 15+ years leading healthcare project design, strong communication and client management skills, and ability to travel. | DLR 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. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place. Role We have an opening for a Sector Leader to support the growth of our Healthcare sector at DLR Group. This role could be based in the following cities: • Charlotte, NC • Durham, NC • Orlando, FL • Nashville, TN • Overland Park, KS About Healthcare At DLR Group At the center of DLR Group’s Healthcare practice is an individual - be it a patient, care giver, instructor, or student. Our design extends beyond the building to consider the emotional, mental, and social well-being of its inhabitants. DLR Group designers are conscious that there are practical and aesthetic issues that must be mediated in healthcare facility planning and design. We leverage our experience and knowledge to deliver evidence-based solutions that support the unique needs of our clients, all the while rooting our practice in one core idea: empathy. Position Summary As a Sector Leader at DLR Group, you will be responsible for advancing our dynamic, growing Healthcare Sector in the Southeast. As part of our integrated design teams, you create buildings that elevate the human experience through design. You will work closely with the Global Healthcare Leader and collaborate with other Sector-based staff to lead the pursuit, award, and execution of work. If you are a collaborative thought leader with a strategic mindset this might be the position for you. DLR Group is 100% employee owned and as such you’ll enjoy the opportunity to have ownership in the Firm. We rely on all our employee-owners to apply their financial acumen to grow the Firm profitably. What You Will Do • Work closely with Business Development staff to nurture client relationships, develop new business, and secure new clients. • Review of projects with managers to ensure quality, efficient and profitable project performance and implementation. • Establish annual business goals, strategies, and tactics in collaboration with the Global Sector Leader and Regional Leader. • Provide thought leadership within the firm, with clients, and the Healthcare industry. • Attend industry events, business development events, interviews, and client meetings as required. • Identify, review, interview, and select potential candidates for sector-specific personnel. • Lead/participate in career plan reviews for sector-specific and business development staff. • Provide strategic direction to Healthcare staff. • Achieve annual profit and growth goals. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design or equivalent. • Professional Licensure • 15+ years' experience leading the pursuit and design of healthcare projects. • Ability to work both independently and effectively in a cross-disciplinary team atmosphere and across multiple offices. • Excellent written and oral communication skills required. • Strong client, project management, and time management skills. • Ability to travel as projects require. • Must be eligible to work in the United States without need for work visa or residency sponsorship. Preferred Qualifications • AIA, ACHA, CID, NCIDQ, or equivalent accreditation. • LEED accreditation a plus. DLR Group is an integrated design firm delivering architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, and building optimization for new builds, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects. We are 100% employee-owned: every employee is literally invested in our clients’ success. At the core of our firm are interdisciplinary teams engaged in every step of project lifecycles. Our teams champion true collaboration, open information sharing, shared risk and reward, value-based decision making, and proficient use of technology to deliver exceptional design. We are pursuing the goals of the 2030 Challenge, the ME2040, and the SE2050, and are an initial signatory of the China Accord and the AIA 2030 Commitment. Through our values – commitment, creativity, environmental stewardship, fun, integrity, ownership, sharing, teamwork – we elevate the human experience through design, together. DLR Group follows a four-day in-office work model, with employees having the flexibility to work somewhere other than the office on Fridays. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

Manage project document development and coordinate design teams for large, complex data center and industrial projects, ensuring quality, schedule adherence, and financial health. | Bachelor's degree in Architecture, 10+ years as Project Architect including 5+ years on Data Center projects, proficiency in REVIT and CAD, and ability to travel occasionally. | DLR 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. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place. The National Mission Critical team has an opening for a Mission Critical Project Architect. Position Summary As an Architect at DLR Group, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of project document development and coordinating with all project team members to maintain the quality of the work product within the established project schedule for large, complex data centers, emergency call centers, industrial, and manufacturing projects. As part of our integrated design teams, you create buildings that elevate the human experience through design. You will partner directly with the Project Manager to ensure the financial health of the project, the quality of project documents, claim prevention, team collaboration, and communication. Additionally, you will lead the cross-functional design disciplines in developing technical solutions. If you are a collaborative thought leader with a strategic mindset, this might be the position for you. DLR Group is 100% employee-owned and, as such, you’ll enjoy the opportunity to have ownership in the Firm. We rely on all our employee-owners to apply their financial acumen to grow the Firm profitably. What You Will Do • Have a comprehensive understanding of and the ability to coordinate and lead the design disciplines in developing technical solutions. • Provide mentorship to other architectural staff. • Have extensive knowledge of all aspects of professional practice from conceptual design through project close-out. • Be able to work and present ideas in a team environment as well as self-manage and self-motivate in a creative environment. • Possess a high level of technical proficiency in the production of drawings. • Lead the project team in the adherence to all practice standards. • Supervise the design and technical development of the project. • Work directly with Project Managers, Designers, and Engineers in the conceptual development of project documents. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Design. • 10+ years of experience as a Project Architect • 5+ years working on Data Center projects. • Working knowledge of the design and construction process and the ability to understand and communicate with professionals of other disciplines. • Proficient in the use of REVIT and CAD computer modeling and rendering software. • The ability to travel occasionally to support project tasks. Preferred Qualifications • Professional Licensure. • LEED Accredited Professional and previous experience participating in the LEED or other green rating system process. • Experience and interest in sustainable building design. • TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SUBMIT CURRENT PORTFOLIO/WORK SAMPLES IN PDF FORMAT* DLR Group is an integrated design firm delivering architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, and building optimization for new builds, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects. We are 100% employee-owned: every employee is literally invested in our clients’ success. At the core of our firm are interdisciplinary teams engaged in every step of project lifecycles. Our teams champion true collaboration, open information sharing, shared risk and reward, value-based decision making, and proficient use of technology to deliver exceptional design. We are pursuing the goals of the 2030 Challenge, the ME2040, and the SE2050, and are an initial signatory of the China Accord and the AIA 2030 Commitment. Through our values – commitment, creativity, environmental stewardship, fun, integrity, ownership, sharing, teamwork – we elevate the human experience through design, together. DLR Group follows a four-day in-office work model, with employees having the flexibility to work somewhere other than the office on Fridays. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.