Principal Architect - K-12 Education

I'm recruiting on behalf of one of the largest privately K-12 architecture firms in the United States, an employee-owned practice with an outstanding reputation for educational planning and design, long-tenured leadership, and a people-first culture.

The firm is entering a significant period of growth, investing heavily in its Central Texas presence and looking to appoint a Principal Architect - K-12 Education to help lead and expand its San Antonio office alongside an established market leader.

This organisation remains (and will remain) employee owned, with a long-term approach to growth, a highly collaborative culture, and an ownership model that rewards those who help build the business over time.

Relocators from within the US welcomed!

The Role

• Partner with the existing Principal to lead the continued growth of the San Antonio practice
• Serve as a senior client advisor across major K-12 education projects and district relationships
• Lead pursuits, presentations and business development activities
• Act as Principal-in-Charge on complex education projects from planning through delivery
• Mentor and develop architects, project managers and emerging leaders
• Collaborate with leadership across Texas to drive strategic growth initiatives
• Play a key role in expanding one of the firm's fastest-growing markets

Requirements

• Licensed Architect with experience delivering K-12, Higher Education, Civic or Institutional projects
• Strong leadership experience managing teams and client relationships
• Track record of business development, pursuits or market-facing responsibilities
• Passion for mentoring staff and building high-performing teams
• Entrepreneurial mindset with an interest in long-term practice growth

Excellent base salary, annual profit sharing, ESOP participation, vehicle allowance and comprehensive executive benefits.

This is an opportunity to join a nationally respected practice at a pivotal stage of growth and play a defining role in shaping its future across one of the strongest education markets in Texas.