[Remote] Executive Director, Science and Education

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. CannonDesign is a design practice where strategy, experience, architecture, engineering, and social impact converge. They are seeking an Executive Director, Science and Education who will be responsible for developing and executing growth plans for the Science and Education markets, focusing on elevating the CannonDesign brand and achieving significant revenue growth.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regional, national, or international growth plans which align with the ambitions of the firm through our strategic framework with a target of a minimum of 10% year over year growth in the assigned core markets and submarkets
• Provide executive level leadership, guidance and support to Region, Market, Business (FOS, Software, and Consulting) and Practice Leaders in the development and execution of a regional and national strategies focused on growth and impact, including achieving top line targets and successful financial results which will support a minimum 10% growth of your markets year over year
• Developing, executing, and assessing business strategies that advance the growth of the markets under your leadership
• Acting as a leading voice for the markets within your group, both externally and internally
• Creating a positive culture through visible, strong, inspirational leadership
• Through strong collaboration with Convergence Directors, focus on sourcing opportunities for new project work and partnerships that advance our brand and grow the company
• Partner with Office Practice Leaders, Market Leaders, and Business Line Leaders to identify growth market opportunities, key target clients and yearly Net Signed Fee targets that will increase the business volume of your markets a minimum of 10% per year
• Work with others to evaluate and take appropriate action to address the senior talent needs in the markets in your areas of convergence
• Work closely and constantly with the BMBD leadership team to define opportunities and develop content that drives, manages, and strengthens CannonDesign’s image, brand, reputation, and market footprint
• Represent the Firm externally at national events, conferences, think tanks, workshops, conventions that continually support the overall brand and direction of the firm

Skills

• Bachelor's Degree is required for this role
• Significant experience and proven track record within the markets assigned to this role, as demonstrated by progressive leadership responsibilities and employment experience at well-known and highly respected organizations or companies within the respective markets
• Visibility and positive reputation within industry networks of value to the firm and the markets we serve
• Track record of consistent presence, visibility, and championing a unique and thoughtful point-of-view at thought leadership and industry events
• Identifiable and recognizable personal brand and/or professional reputation consistent with CannonDesign's ambitions and values
• Significant travel is required
• Advanced degrees are preferred

Benefits

• Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses
• A full benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage and flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances
• Paid time off
• Flex-time schedules
• Remote work options
• 401k plan
• Employee perk programs

Company Overview

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