Studio Leader - Healthcare Market

About Us

At Gresham Smith, we call it Genuine Ingenuity.

Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do.

United by our Core Purpose-to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities-we deliver innovative solutions for life's essential infrastructure and institutions.

What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home.

We are more than a team of professionals-we're a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Why Gresham Smith?

When you join Gresham Smith, you're joining a place where you can connect and thrive.

Our employees consistently recognize us as a Best Place to Work because we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.

About You

We're looking for someone who:


* Bachelor's degree in Interior Design/Architecture from an accredited university.

A license is not required but is preferred.


* Minimum of 15 years' relevant experience in a design consulting firm.

Experience as a Project Manager is preferred.


* Skills: BlueBeam, Revit understanding preferred, fee and schedule development, and understanding of contracts.


* Advanced communication, teamwork and collaboration, problem-solving, adaptability, decision-making, time management, and conflict resolution skills.


* Effective Leadership skills and adaptability.

Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit-someone who wants to do great work with great people.

About the Role

The Studio Leader is responsible for overseeing the operations and project delivery within the Birmingham, AL studio.

This position will work closely with the Market Vice President (MVP), Market Analyst (MA), Technical Practice Leader (TPL), Market Design Leader (MDL), Studio Analyst, Studio Design Leader (SDL), Studio Technical Leader (STL), HR, Learning and Development, and Project Delivery Excellence (PDE) to foster an inclusive and supportive work environment, manage the professional development of staff, and act as the HR liaison for the studio.

Additionally, the Studio Leader will ensure the quality and design excellence of project work by closely monitoring progress and collaborating with project managers to deliver projects on time and within budget.

This position is a dual role, and the Studio Leader is also expected to work on projects in some capacity.

This position reports to the MVP.

As a Studio Leader, you will be responsible for the following:

Market Leadership


* Operate with a "One Market" mindset, minimizing studio delivery and operational variables in collaboration with MVP, TPL, and MDL.


* Assist in developing a succession plan for the studio.


* Recruit top talent to the studio/market.


* Represent the studio internally and externally.

Office Environment


* Coordinate with the Office Location Leader for firmwide initiatives an...