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Market Sector Leader – Healthcare Design
(Architecture or Interior Design Background Required)
Firm Overview
A leading global architecture and engineering firm with over 100 years of legacy is seeking a Market Sector Leader (Healthcare Design) for their Dallas Texas & Omaha Nebraska offices. This established firm specializes in transformative design across multiple sectors, with offices strategically located throughout the United States. Their portfolio encompasses federal, healthcare, hospitality, aviation, education, and commercial projects, delivered through integrated architecture, engineering, and interior design services.
Join a nationally recognized design practice as a Market Sector Leader focused on Healthcare. This strategic role is designed for an accomplished professional who excels at cultivating new business, building strong client partnerships, and driving growth within the healthcare design market.
Position Overview:
The Market Sector Leader is responsible for identifying and securing business opportunities, managing key client relationships, and partnering with leadership and marketing teams to position the firm for continued success in healthcare architecture and design. This role also offers the opportunity to serve as Project Manager on healthcare projects, managing contracts and overseeing project teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain lasting partnerships with healthcare industry clients, contractors, and key decision-makers.
- Secure new work to achieve established annual business goals and deepen relationships with existing clients.
- Collaborate with senior leadership and business development/marketing teams to develop and execute sector strategies and business development plans.
- Stay informed on healthcare industry trends to keep the practice at the forefront of the market.
- Act as a subject matter expert—contribute to the development of qualifications, proposals, presentations, and various marketing materials.
- Build networks within the industry and engage with design professionals to identify and pursue new opportunities.
- Lead and mentor teams, promoting a culture of collaboration and growth.
- Serve as Project Manager for select healthcare projects, managing contracts, client relationships, and project delivery.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Interior Design (Master’s degree preferred).
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in design and management of projects, including at least 5-8 years in leadership and/or business development roles.
- Professional registration (Architect, NCIDQ, PE) preferred.
- Strong entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for growing and positioning a healthcare design practice.
- Exceptional skills in client management, project planning, business development, and proposal negotiation.
- Demonstrated ability to create solutions for complex client needs, drive project success, and achieve key business targets.
- Experience with various contract structures and procurement approaches.
- Proven leadership, mentoring, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Active engagement in professional and community organizations is a plus.