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Communications Director

MBB Architects is seeking a skilled Communications Director to join our interdisciplinary, award-winning architecture firm in New York City. Focused on design excellence and strategic impact, we are a collaborative, women-owned practice led by four Partners. Our mission is to design beautiful, responsive, and meaningful environments to enrich people’s lives and shape a sustainable future.

Established in 1998 as Murphy Burnham & Buttrick Architects, the firm works across diverse typologies and scales, with an emphasis on serving institutional clients. Our diverse team of 25 includes architects, planners, sustainability specialists and interior designers. We incorporate research on inclusive and high-performance design techniques while creating humanistic spaces that address evolving needs. We bring the highest levels of professionalism to all our endeavors.

MBB offers a supportive and stimulating work environment. Our studio is structured to enable architects and designers to develop their professional skills, expand their knowledge, and make positive contributions to the built environment and the communities we serve.

Skills and Qualifications required:

  • Excellent communication, leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Ability to articulate the impact of architecture and design
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with partners and staff
  • Detail oriented, accurate, self-starter
  • Understanding of NYC architecture industry and organizations
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and other software as needed
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in the A&E industry

Position responsibilities include:

  • Develop and implement communications strategy
  • Ensure clarity of messaging and value proposition across all pursuits
  • Direct RFP, RFQ, RFI responses
  • Provide editorial quality control
  • Identify new business opportunities and serve as point of contact
  • Support partner business development efforts and set up meetings
  • Build and maintain industry relationships
  • Write/edit quarterly email newsletter
  • Research site history, new client profiles, and aspects relevant to new project pursuits
  • Support partner publications and speaking engagements
  • Oversee social media strategy and implementation
  • Manage forthcoming firm monograph project
  • Develop and manage annual marketing budget
  • Present annual forensic report on new business pursuits
  • Pitch to media / coordinate with PR consultants

MBB is deeply committed to fostering a diverse and equitable workplace and profession. Please email a letter of interest and resume to Maricela Salas at careers@mbbarch.com. This is an in-office position. Please include your name and the position title, “Communications Director,” in the subject line of all emails and files submitted. Please, no phone calls, follow-up emails, and/or unscheduled office visits.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. To be considered for the position, details relating to work authorization status must be indicated on the cover letter.

For the position, MBB offers a salary range of $75,000.00 – $115,000.00 and will be commensurate with experience. MBB also offers a range of benefits, including health insurance, 401K retirement plan, flexible spending account, 1 day/week WFH option, and professional membership fees.

Thank you for your interest in MBB!

www.mbbarch.com

OPPORTUNITY:
Ferguson & Shamamian Architects is looking for a Director of Finance to oversee all financial functions of the firm. This high -level leadership role reports directly to a Partner, and will be a key participant in firm management, helping to ensure the financial health and well-being of the business. This position offers the opportunity to work amongst a dedicated team of professionals helping to shape the continued future success of the firm. The ideal candidate enjoys working collaboratively and methodically, thrives in a dynamic work environment with the desire for personal growth and career development.

OUR FIRM:
Ferguson & Shamamian Architects was established in 1988 by Mark Ferguson and Oscar Shamamian. Today, our 100 -person firm is led by a dedicated team of Partners, Principals and Associates. The firm has created an extensive body of work, including city apartments, suburban houses, and country estates. The Firm’s portfolio expresses a deep appreciation for classical traditions, historical styles, regional character, and the personal taste of clients. A commitment to artistic integrity and exceptional workmanship has led to longstanding relationships with many of the country’s top interior designers, landscape architects, engineers, artisans, and builders.

QUALIITIES AND ATTRIBUTES:

  • Experience working directly with firm leadership, leading teams, building consensus and developing productive, collegial relationships with all colleagues.
  • Strong understanding of project -based financial management (working in phases, hourly billing, reimbursables and consultants etc.)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Highly organized, proactive, resourceful, and solutions oriented.
  • Strategic thinker with hands on operational skills and the ability to implement solutions from the ground up.
  • A demonstrated passion for collaboration and the ability to deal with challenging situations.
  • Stewardship of resources with the ability to foresee and help mitigate risk.

RESPONISBILITIES AND DUTIES:

  • Lead firm -wide budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and cash flow management.
  • Oversee billing, accounts receivable, collections , accounts payable and payroll including knowledge of applicable payroll laws Lead and manage a team of four.
  • Oversee and implement systems for project budgeting, costing, fee tracking, reporting and financial analysis
  • Monitor project and firm profitability and key performance indicators (KPIs)
  • Manage relationships with external accountants, bankers, and insurance providers.
  • Manage relationships with external attorneys.
  • Coordinate tax preparation, compliance, and insurance renewals.
  • Coordinate architectural contracts and proposals.
  • Liaise closely with Partners on partner specific financial matters.
  • Coordinate with the Chair of the Finance Committee and support the financial goals of the firm.
  • Coordinate and partner with Department Directors, especially the Director of Human Resources and the Director of Operations

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree (Accounting, Finance or Business Administration). MBA or advanced degree a plus
  • 10+ years finance experience in a professional services firm in architecture, engineering or consulting industries with a firm size of 50+ employees
  • Proven managerial experience
  • Financial systems proficiency (Deltek Vantagepoint or similar)

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
Ferguson & Shamamian Architects offers a wide array of benefits ranging from competitive insurance packages to educational assistance and initiatives. The following sections briefly describe the benefits that are currently available upon employment at the firm.

Benefits:

  • Company paid Medical and Dental, plus Vision benefit
  • Additional benefits including: Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability coverage
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match plus Profit Sharing
  • Vacation time, PTO, and paid holidays
  • Regular, bi-annual bonuses, plus referral, and spot bonuses
  • Salaried position with compensation for overtime
  • Professional Days and Partial Tuition Reimbursement for Career Enhancing Courses

SALARY:
$150k – $180k base salary

APPLY :
Email cover letter and resume in PDF format to employment@fergusonshamamian.com with subject line “Director of Finance. ” Please keep PDF attachments under 9 MB. No phone calls please.