Associate Practice Director
Cannon DesignBuffalo, New York
Full Time
Posted October 20, 2025
$144k - $180k
Apply Now
Application opens on company website
Job Description
This role involves leading regional operations and business practices across multiple offices within a multidisciplinary design firm, focusing on process standardization, staff development, and promoting the firm's Living-Centered Design ethos to deliver high-quality, client-focused projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead regional operations and business practices across multiple offices
- Implement firm’s commercial, legal, and process practices regionally
- Ensure consistent project management, work planning, contracting, risk management, fee development, and resource management
- Collaborate with firm-wide teams to address commercial and risk issues
- Assess, mentor, and develop staff to improve outcomes and success
- Champion the adoption of project delivery methods, including design technology, quality, and sustainability processes
- Enhance the firm’s single-firm, multi-office operating model to support client needs
- Build and develop high-performing, client-focused teams across the region
- Recruit, assess, and develop regional talent with a focus on diversity and inclusion
- Develop and implement mentoring programs for future leaders
- Promote Living-Centered Design ethos within teams and client interactions
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field
- Minimum of 10 years of experience with a proven track record of office management success in the design industry
- Strong communication and leadership skills with regional management experience
- Business acumen and proven ability to execute strategy across multiple locations
- Professional acumen and maturity demonstrated by the ability to communicate authentically and respectfully
- Regular travel across the region is required
Benefits & Perks
Salary range of $143,800 to $179,800 annually
Discretionary bonuses
Full benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible spending account options
Voluntary insurances
Paid time off
Flex-time schedules
Remote work options
401k plan
Employee perk programs
Ready to Apply?
Join Cannon Design and make an impact in renewable energy
Stay Updated on Sustainability Jobs
Get the latest renewable energy jobs and career tips delivered to your inbox.
Job Alerts
Get notified about new sustainability jobs
More jobs at Cannon Design
Office Practice Leader I
Cannon Design
NEW
Minneapolis
Full Time
15h
$144k-180k
Architect III
Cannon Design
NEW
Los Angeles
Full Time
15h
$83k-104k
Electrical Assessor II
Cannon Design
NEW
Not specified
Contract
15h
$58k-72k