Architectural Associate Principal I

ARCHITECTURAL ASSOCIATE PRINCIPAL I

Embrace a transformative opportunity as our Architectural Associate Principal I, where your leadership will drive the future of our firm and the innovative spaces we design. In this vital role, you'll cultivate strong client relationships, manage a talented team, and oversee complex projects that challenge the norm. Your expertise will be central to ensuring successful project outcomes and fostering a collaborative culture that prioritizes creativity and quality.

Join us in shaping architectural excellence and elevating client experiences. You’ll have the chance to influence strategic initiatives, explore new possibilities, and lead teams passionate about pushing design boundaries. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic firm, we invite you to apply and be part of our journey in creating extraordinary spaces.

What You Bring To The Table

• A Bachelor’s or advanced degree in your discipline from an accredited institution and have at least twelve (12) years of related work experience with at least five (5) in a Project Manager role – or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Professional Licensure (RA)
• A masterful understanding of the foundational principles of your discipline
• An ability to manage complexity with a track record of providing quality designs for a wide range of project types
• In-depth knowledge of construction processes, plans and specifications, as well as their application and relevance to public works and construction projects
• Proficiency in technical writing as well as verbal communication
• A strong ability to prioritize and juggle critical tasks, seeing them through to completion while maintaining high design standards and adhering to established project timelines
  
  

CORE DUTIES

• Keep abreast of new technological or scientific methods and developments affecting the organization for the purpose of recommending changes
• Develop, maintain, and learn from colleague and National Practice Leader interaction, communication is two-way
• Develop and employ tracking and measurements that are indicators of business health
• Execute work by managing the work of others, providing direction and removing obstacles:
• Oversee project schedule, budget and aspects of concurrent design and construction projects
• Perform quality assurance/control on other's work, verifying methodologies, calculations, outcomes, etc.
• Attend, participate in and lead client vision sessions
• Develop project scopes and objectives and coordinate all efforts – administrative and technical – to ensure the most efficient and cost-effective execution of assigned projects
• Advocates for sustainable approaches to design solutions
• Provide management of internal finances, which include billing, invoice generation and asset/resource allocation
• Ensure appropriate resources are allocated throughout the organization to deliver a high-quality client experience
• Supervisory requirements, including recruitment and retention of talent including:
• Engage and foster the growth of CPL team members: provide encouragement and regular feedback; and serve as a mentor/example for all levels of the team
• Manage/oversee career conversations with your team on an established schedule (annual career conversations, regular check-ins, and the development of career plans for each team member)
• Develop future leaders within the organization (train your replacement)
• Engage, motivate, and lead internal and external stakeholders to develop strategies and plans to move the organization in the desired direction.
• Influence people through effective communication
• Promote justice, diversity and fairness in the organization
• Create, maintain and nurture external client relationships. You are responsible for business development, marketing, contract development, design production, and construction administration efforts as needed
• Develop new client relationships and work proactively to enhance existing partnerships.
• Coordinate marketing efforts within your practice area, geography, and among other leaders including networking, conferences, research, relationships, opportunities, pursuits (proposals), generation of revenue, and business development action plan to develop client relationships, win work, and fill the pipeline.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the business and CPL’s Value Proposition and promote that within CPL and with clients
• Responsible for managing $1 million in fees minimum with a personal portfolio of clients that bring in $500,000 in fees at minimum at the agreed upon practice multiplier. Grow a practice organically at a rate of 20% annually.
  
  

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focused
• Financial Acumen
• Instills Trust
  
  

WHAT WE OFFER:  CPL cares about your future with us! That’s why we offer the following benefits to you and your family: 

• Internal Mobility & Career Advancement
• Healthcare for you and your family including spouse coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription insurances. Single Plans with 100% paid premium
• Flexible Time Off 8 Holidays a year
• Retirement Savings Plan - Contribution from CPL to grow your retirement funds.
• Tuition Assistance: You may be eligible for continuing education assistance.
• Student Loan Assistance Program: CPL will contribute up to a maximum of $100 a month for 5 years ($6,000 total) towards student loan debt. 
• Licensure Assistance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance Company/team member premium sharing
• Flexible Spending Account $5,000 dependent childcare annually paid 100% by team member pre-taxes. 
• FREE Life Insurance and AD D Insurance 
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
  
  

WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE WORKING HERE?  We believe that building a strong community is about establishing a prevailing sense of fellowship among our team members, friends, and neighbors.

• Collaboration – working with others towards the best solution, placing great emphasis on the collective wisdom of our internal teams.
• Family – celebrating others’ successes, genuinely caring about the happiness and well-being of our team members and recognizing their own families as extensions of the CPL family.
• Fun – not taking oneself too seriously, fully understanding that fun at work is conducive to productivity.
• Inspiration – contributing to an uplifting workplace that facilitates growth and success by maintaining a positive, upbeat attitude.
• Integrity – doing what is ethically right and providing reliable follow-through on commitments.
• Ingenuity – seeking new opportunities and consistently identifying unexpected and practical ways to solve problems.
  
  

The rate for this position generally ranges between $108-162K annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the New York Pay Transparency Law. It is based on what a successful New York applicant might be paid and assumes that the successful candidate will be in New York or perform the position from New York. Similar positions located outside of New York will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Actual pay rates may vary from the range, as permitted by New York Equal Pay Transparency Law. Compensation offers will be based on various factors, including operational needs, individual education, qualifications and experience, work location and comparison to employees already in the role, as well as other considerations permitted by law. A potential new employee's pay history will not be used in compensation decisions.

CPL is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, military or veteran status, gender expression and/or identity, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

CPL does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. CPL will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with CPL. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through our Talent Acquisition Team.