Job Description

K12 Practice Leader

Company Name: O'Connell Robertson Location: Austin, TX Project Focus: K12 Education Architecture & Design Work Setting: Hybrid (4 days in-office, 1 day remote) Salary: $150,000 – $200,000 (Based on Experience) Recruited Exclusively By: Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

Step into a defining leadership role where your architectural vision will directly shape the future of educational environments. As the K12 Practice Leader, you will architect the division's strategic direction, steering high-impact projects from initial concept through complete construction documents. This is an opportunity to move beyond standard project management and truly integrate complex design solutions that elevate learning spaces, leaving a lasting, positive impact on the communities we serve.

Join a highly progressive team with a seven-decade legacy of design excellence and a deeply rooted commitment to its people. Our team fosters a culture where creative problem-solving is celebrated, and collaborative relationships are the foundation of our success. By leading our K12 sector, you gain the platform to mentor capable teams, build enduring client partnerships, and forge your own legacy within a dynamic firm that enthusiastically supports personal and career development.

Core Responsibilities

• Steer the K12 Division: Lead the progressive architectural team in designing transformative education environments, discovering the unique mission and vision for each client's space.

• Architect the Future: Direct the complete lifecycle of fast-paced educational projects, advancing designs seamlessly from initial conceptual presentations through finalized construction documents.

• Cultivate Client Partnerships: Develop and maintain highly effective verbal, graphic, and written communications to build positive, long-term relationships with educational stakeholders and community leaders.

• Integrate Complex Systems: Execute independent, creative problem-solving while integrating comprehensive knowledge of materials, products, and advanced architectural design processes.

• Empower Collaborative Teams: Champion a team-oriented approach, collaborating seamlessly with in-house professionals across three regional offices to deliver unified, high-quality solutions.

• Execute Strategic Delivery: Prioritize and orchestrate multiple high-visibility tasks, projecting a professional presence while navigating the complex demands of both large and small-scale K12 projects.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 15+ years of highly relevant architectural design experience.

• Sector Expertise: Deep, proven experience in K12 educational design is an absolute must.

• Software Proficiency: Advanced technical proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office.

• Core Competencies: Demonstrated ability to independently solve complex design problems, manage fast-paced project lifecycles, and execute multiple tasks simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Tooling: Working knowledge of Newforma Project Center, SketchUp, and MS Office 365.

• Leadership Traits: Proven ability to mentor cross-office teams, project a highly professional demeanor, and seamlessly navigate highly visible, collaborative environments.

• Compliance: Willingness and ability to pass background checks required for working on sensitive K12 job sites.

About O'Connell Robertson

For seven decades, O'Connell Robertson has built a powerful legacy of design excellence, driven by an enduring commitment to investing in its people, community, and clients. As an acclaimed, dynamic, and highly regarded employer with a strong local presence in Austin, San Antonio, and Houston, the firm offers inspiring workspaces, excellent compensation, and a culture that enthusiastically supports diversity and career development. They strive to offer flexible schedules, ensuring their team has the best opportunity to succeed while balancing life outside the office with family and friends.

About Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

Luxus is an exclusive AEC recruiting firm managing this search on behalf of O'Connell Robertson. We partner with the most prestigious structural, civil, and architectural firms in the country to connect top-tier talent with legacy-building opportunities. Not the perfect fit for this role? We still want to hear from you. Our network is constantly expanding with exclusive, unlisted positions across the AEC sector. Connect with us today to discuss your career trajectory.

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