Miller Dunwiddie Architecture is an award-winning, full-service architectural design practice based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Work at Miller Dunwiddie spans a broad range of project types including aviation, transportation, faith-based and education projects as well as being a recognized leader in historic preservation (See our work on our Projects page).
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture is a group of talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to working collaboratively to bring about the highest quality of design, program resolution and construction to a project with solutions borne from client needs. We have an open, transparent work environment where camaraderie and collegial support are highly valued and where ambition, high work morale and dedication to client service unify our staff. Our office culture is characterized by creativity, flexibility, and a focus on people. Located in Downtown Minneapolis, we are dedicated to creating and maintaining a vibrant workplace with a hybrid work schedule to foster work life balance for our employees.
Miller Dunwiddie offers an exciting working environment with competitive salaries that are commensurate with level of experience. To submit your resume and supporting documentation, please click on the link: join our team
POSITION: DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Miller Dunwiddie is seeking a talented, motivated Director of Business Development to join our team. The ideal candidate is highly experienced in the active development of plans and strategies for growth in sales and outreach in all market sectors and appreciates a business that values work/life balance. As a member of the Leadership Team, they will report to the President/CEO and work with all Market Sector Leaders and the Leadership Team to forecast and execute plans, work with external networks to develop leads and support growth, and support marketing efforts on pursuits across the business.
Experience working in the AEC Industry with familiarity in the local (MN) architecture market is strongly preferred.
Essential Duties:
- Develop and execute firm-wide business development and growth strategies Build client relationships across market sectors Management
- Provide oversight of Proposal Development and Marketing
- Partner with market sector leaders on sales and promotions Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Business Development/Strategic Growth
- Serve as a company representative on boards and committees for civic, business, charitable and professional organizations.
- Research market trends identify potential customers.
- Develop and execute strategies to identify and target new business opportunities in all market sectors defined by leadership.
- Conduct research into market trends, demands, and customer bases.
- Build and maintain an engaged professional network, externally and internally.
- Create relationships and partnerships with local and national colleagues to support existing and new services.
- Research competitors’ value propositions to inform awareness of the local market.
Client Relationship Management:
- Create, coordinate and oversee maintenance of CRM System records and reports concerning client contacts and scheduled client solutions activities.
- Support a robust client outreach program based on identified markets and industry connections.
Proposal Development and Marketing:
- Work with marketing team and market sector leadership to develop and execute sales and marketing plans focused on lead generation, brand awareness, and client retention.
- Oversee the development of proposals, presentations, and other client communications.
- Support teams through pursuit phases including interview preparation and follow up
Sales and Promotions:
- Partner with market teams to plan and create presentations to business partners and community organizations.
- Manage and perform marketing and public relations activities in support of market sectors.
- Identify opportunities to highlight and expand the firm’s work through case studies, awards, presentations, and client testimonials.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Proficient user of CRM software, including spreadsheet skills of enterprise software
- Experience leading collaborative project teams.
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and is naturally curious.
- Communicates effectively and has strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Develops lasting working relationships with colleagues both internally and externally.
- Management of direct reports.
- Excels at multi-tasking, organization, and time management with the ability to quickly and effectively solve complex problems.
- Ability to manage budgets, maximize profitability, and generate future work through building relationships.
- In office role (not remote).
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction science, marketing, management, or related field (Required).
- In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
Experience:
- 5+ years of marketing or business development experience in the construction, architecture, or engineering industry (or related field) (Preferred).
- Demonstrated experience and active involvement in building and maintaining strong engagement with local organizations and relevant industry associations (Preferred).
- Proven track record of successfully managing prospects and pursuits (Preferred).
Salary Range: $140,000 – $160,000
POSITION: ARCHITECT
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture is seeking a talented, motivated Architect with a minimum of five years of professional experience as a licensed Architect in a design firm to join our team. The ideal candidate is passionate about architecture, has a strong design sensibility and appreciates the process of articulating design through the documentation and construction process. Successful candidates will work collaboratively with their teams to support, develop, and coordinate the design and implementation of a full range of project types.
Duties:
- Communication with internal and consultant teams
- Prepare complete documents to convey the design intent and philosophy as determined by the design team at all phases of design, from schematic design graphics to detailed construction documents for bidding.
- Building code research and analysis
- Produce detailed and coordinated digital documents for the project team
- Construction Administration coordination with the design team and contractor
- Work with all team members
- Ability to collaborate and coordinate with the entire team in innovative areas that include Energy/Performance Analysis, Design and Visualization.
Essential Skills:
- Work both independently in a self-directed manner as well as collaboratively within a project team.
- Excellent written, verbal and visual communication skills are essential
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills, a passion for discovery and constant improvement, high motivation, and an ability to collaborate and work within a team setting are essential.
- Diverse knowledge of architectural practices and design thinking that can be applied to a variety of assignments, taking initiative in response to direction or instruction.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Professional Degree in Architecture from an accredited university architecture program
- Registered Architect State of MN
- Minimum of five (5) years of professional architectural experience in an architect role.
- Proficiency and professional experience using Revit for project development and documentation
- Knowledge of SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, Enscape and advanced rendering are valued
- Knowledge of energy and carbon analysis tools such as Flixo, Autodesk Insight, Tally or similar tools is valued.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Great interpersonal communication skills strongly preferred
- Service for community and professional organizations valued.
Salary Range: $80,000 – $110,000
Miller Dunwiddie Architecture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status or disability. If you need special accommodation responding to this ad, please call (612) 337-0000.