A well-established, design-forward architecture firm is adding a Director of Corporate Architecture to its team. This integrated and growing firm offers clients responsive design and delivery solutions in workplace, tenant improvement, and commercial environments. Due to consistent growth and expanding client partnerships, there is an opportunity for a Director-level architect to step into a key leadership role within the Corporate Studio. Director of Corporate Architecture Responsibilities:
Direct and oversee the design and execution of corporate interiors, workplace HQs, and tenant improvement projects
Lead project visioning, space programming, and client presentations, aligning user needs with business objectives and design intent.
Manage project delivery from schematic design through construction administration, including code compliance, detailing, and coordination.
Maintain strong client relationships, serving as the primary point of contact throughout the design and construction lifecycle.
Mentor and guide architectural team members across documentation, detailing, and technical execution
Collaborate closely with internal design and engineering disciplines to ensure coordinated and integrated delivery.
Participate in studio leadership, including hiring, design reviews, QA/QC, and operational planning.
Contribute to the long-term growth of the corporate/commercial practice through repeat business, design leadership, and staff development.
Qualifications Include:
Licensed Architect (U.S.) required
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
10–15 years of architectural experience, with a strong background in corporate interiors, commercial workplace, or tenant improvement
Strong command of space planning, construction detailing, and Revit documentation
Excellent communication and client-facing experience at both the user and executive levels
Deep understanding of codes, ADA, and project delivery phases
Background working in integrated A/E environments preferred
Must be local to the Upper Midwest region or already based in a commutable metro (no relocation offered)
If this sounds like the type of opportunity you envision transitioning into next, please contact Jerome Brooks at (319) 403-8714. Resumes may be sent confidentially to jerome.brooks@gogpac.com.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm that has specialized in placing quality professionals across multiple industries in the United States since 1990. We are a highly competitive, results-driven organization that deliversthe right solutions at the right time.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
