Studio Director (MEP)

CornerStone Professional PlacementFort Worth, TX, United States

3 days ago

Job type

Full-time

Permanent

Job description

Job Title : Studio Director (MEP)

Location : Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

CornerStone Professional Placement has partnered with a dynamic and fast-paced Architectural Firm that is seeking a Studio Director (MEP) to lead their high-volume studio focused on quick serve restaurants, retail and some commercial development projects. This is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving project delivery, team development, and studio growth. The ideal candidate is a servant leader with strong organizational and communication skills, who thrives in a deadline-driven environment and brings a solutions-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities :

Lead and manage the overall success and development of the studio team
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and projects under studio oversight
Collaborate with SPMs, PMs, and PCs to align resource allocation and project planning
Oversee project execution from kickoff through permitting, typically within a 6-week turnaround
Ensure team compliance with company standards, quality, and timelines across 40–50 concurrent projects
Train and mentor team members on client programs and internal processes
Review and approve construction drawings and documentation
Participate in business development, marketing strategies, and client relationship management
Coordinate staffing assignments and performance evaluations with ownership
Contribute to proposal writing, fee development, and budget setting
Monitor deadlines, budgets, and quality across all projects
Ensure effective communication, timely meeting documentation, and task delegation
Lead by example through transparency, accountability, and collaboration

Requirements :

5–10 years of experience in the architecture or design industry, preferably with high-volume projects

Proven leadership experience in managing teams and driving studio success

Licensed Architect strongly preferred

Expertise in AutoCAD required; Photoshop for 2D color elevations is a plus

Strong understanding of MEP systems and permitting processes

Experience in working with Quick Serve Restaurants, local developers, or shopping centers is a plus

Comfortable with fast turnaround timelines and a high-volume workload

Detail-oriented, flexible, and highly organized

Servant leader mindset with excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Compensation and Benefits :

Employment Type : Direct Hire

Schedule : Full-time, On-site; ½ day Fridays

Location : Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

Salary : 85-120K or more based on experience, plus bonus

Benefits Include :

100% paid employee premiums for base medical plan (option to apply credit toward premium for higher-tier plans)

100% covered dental and vision for employee

15 days PTO (combined PTO / Sick)

401(k) with 100% company match on first 3.5% contribution (2-year cliff vesting)

Bi-monthly team outings and strong team culture

If you are an experienced Studio Director professional with a proven track record of leadership and expertise, we invite you to apply today and take the next step in your career with a company committed to innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Send your resume to Allison Harrison at allisonh@cornerstonestaffing.com and call 817-635-0500 ext. 162 for immediate consideration.

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Studio Director • Fort Worth, TX, United States