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Our vision is simple. In our commitment to the Southeast, we create architecture that enriches community through a culture of design excellence and expertise, innovation and collaborative engagement.
What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to creating spaces that enrich communities with lasting impact. Our projects are driven by a deep understanding of local culture, needs, and aspirations, resulting in designs that resonate with and enhance the communities they serve.
At LS3P, we don't just design buildings; we create iconic landmarks that define skylines, inspire people, and transform spaces. Join us in shaping the future of architecture and design in the Southeast!
What LS3P is Looking For
LS3P is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Federal Architecture Lead to join our team. This individual will focus on federal projects throughout the Southeast to both maintain and develop new clients. The ideal candidate will be proactive, resourceful, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively with LS3P’s Federal Team, business development teams and the firm’s senior leadership.
Client Relationships and Business Development Strategy:
- Work closely with the current Federal + Industrial Sector Leader, business development teams and the firm’s senior leadership to maintain and strengthen existing Federal client relationships.
- Cultivate a pipeline for new business opportunities with government clients focusing primarily on USACE and NAVFAC, but looking for other feasible opportunities such as DHS, GSA, or other agencies.
- Work closely with the firm’s current Design/Build clients on opportunities and proposal presentations. Travel to meet the current D/B partners and work to develop new relationships for Federal D/B work.
- Work closely with the firm’s current AE subconsultants on opportunities and proposal presentations.
- Work with the firm’s current Federal + Industrial Sector Leader to develop and implement a comprehensive, metrics-driven understanding of the firm's Federal business development strategy and transition the sector to the new Federal Architectural Lead.
- Continue to work with the ADC-LS3P JV Mentor-Protégé arrangement.
Client Engagement and Growth Opportunities:
- Identify and pursue new growth opportunities with government agencies through targeted outreach and timely follow-through. Conduct visits to various Districts and Agencies to maintain relationships and present capabilities briefs.
- Conduct research to identify potential Federal clients.
- Develop and maintain strong Federal client relationships.
- Gather information on potential Federal clients and projects, scheduling meetings to uncover new project opportunities.
- Develop and manage strategic partnerships to support business growth.
- Support communication between project team, client, vendors, contractors, and consultants
Internal Collaboration:
- Involve the current Federal + Industrial Sector Leader and other team members in client meetings to leverage firm-wide expertise.
- Develop, grow, hire, and expand the Federal Team as appropriate for the business climate and opportunities.
- Work closely with the Senior Federal Marketing Manager to track leads, prepare proposals, plan strategy and teaming arrangements for Federal work.
- Proposal Writing. Assist in the analysis of RFQs and RFP’s and the development of written proposal responses. Develop, craft and write proposals and oversee the preparation and timely completion of qualifications packages and proposals with all contributing parties both inside and outside the firm.
- Interviews and Presentations. Assist in the development of interview presentation strategies, messaging, and all team preparations for winning presentations and interviews.
- Work with the Senior Federal Marketing Manager to develop conference presentations and schedule speaking engagements.
- Work with the internal teams to identify opportunities in pursuits and projects.
- Work with LS3P IT security team to maintain LS3P CMMC compliance and operational environment.
- Be responsible for any project assignment regardless of size, visibility, number of disciplines, technical complexity or number of staff.
- Supervise large project staffs and act as mentor for less-experienced Project Managers, Architects, and Designers. Implement QA/QC procedures.
- Coordinate staffing and workload through entire project life cycle and ensure completion of deliverables on schedule.
- Work with the Accounting, Operational and Business leadership for periodic project reviews.
Networking:
- Attend Federal based conferences and join Federal based organizations as an LS3P representative to network and identify potential clients.
- Develop and maintain a strong business network to serve as a reliable source of information and leads.
- Increase the awareness and understanding within the community of the firm’s military + government practice on a local, regional, and national basis.
What You Bring to the Table:
- Registered Architect with Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Architecture from a NAAB-accredited university
- 15+ years of design experience post licensure is preferred
- 10+ years of project management experience
- Experience working on large scale projects and leading large teams of consultants
- Strong team leadership, mentoring, motivational/organizational and people skills
- Must be willing to travel
Life at LS3P
Together, we are building the skylines of the Southeast.
Our values articulate our beliefs and ground us in a common culture. They are the core of our practice, and reflect the “who” of our community.
- EXCELLENCE is a beginning point
- INTEGRITY is at the core of our decision making and actions
- EMPOWERMENT with accountability makes better decisions
- COLLABORATION leverages the best in everyone
- BALANCE gives us fuel to do our best
- STEWARDSHIP ensures a future
- CARING for each other is what holds us together
We are made up of 12 offices that celebrate their own unique traditions, but we embrace a “one firm” attitude that unifies us.
LS3P’s Commitment To You:
- Ongoing engagement with fantastic design team members
- To develop new skills and contribute to world-class projects
- Participate in meaningful collaboration and research efforts
- A competitive compensation and benefits package
- Professional development allowance to toward educational opportunities
- Leadership development and mentoring across sectors, markets, offices and the firm
- Participation in community service and outreach occasions supporting local and national organizations
- Flexibility and balance in your schedule
LS3P recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We are committed to equal opportunity and believe that inclusivity benefits us all. We actively seek and consider all qualified employment applications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, sexual preference, partnership status, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions and protected veteran status, status of participation in the U.S. Armed Services, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
