A defining moment. A leadership role with real impact.Figurr has reached an exciting new stage of growth. To support our people, our projects, and our future, we are creating a new senior leadership role within our Ottawa studio.This is not a replacement role. It is a next-chapter role.As Studio Lead, provide day-to-day leadership for our Ottawa-based team of architects and designers while remaining actively engaged in project work at a senior level eading some of our larger and more complex files.You will be a visible, trusted presence for the team, a collaborative partner across the firm, and an ambassador for Figurr in the broader professional community.This role balances people leadership, project leadership, and operational oversight.Why this role exists Our practice has grown in scale, complexity, and ambition. With that growth comes the need for a dedicated leader who can strengthen the studio from within and who can:Be a go-to person and mentor for the teamStrengthen how we care for our people and our projectsProvide thoughtful oversight of resources, workloads, and project healthRepresent Figurr with clarity, credibility, and purposeProvide Architectural Project leadership on some of Figurr’s larger project filesThis role is about leadership through presence, not hierarchy. About support before control. About long-term sustainability: for people, projects, and the firm.Why this role is for you This role is likely a strong fit if you:Have 10+ years of leadership experience within an architectural practice and with leading complex architectural projectsEnjoy mentoring senior staff and acting as a trusted advisorAre comfortable balancing people leadership with hands-on project involvementTake pride in well-run projects and healthy teamsPrefer influence and collaboration over authority tied to titleWant to help shape culture while contributing directly to the workIf you are energized by helping teams thrive—not just deliver—this role was designed with you in mind.What you will focus on Supporting Our PeopleAct as a mentor, sounding board, and trusted leader for the Ottawa studioFoster a culture of respect, collaboration, accountability, and careSupport professional growth, engagement, and retention of team membersLead by example in alignment with Figurr’s values and design ethosHelp build a strong studio identity and sense of belongingCaring for Our ProjectsRemain actively involved in leading project work at a senior levelAct as a reference point and leader for the Ottawa office, working closely with clients, consultants, and multidisciplinary partners on some of our larger files;Mentor, inspire, and support technical and design team members, fostering growth and knowledge sharing;Oversee budgets, schedules, and quality control throughout the projects and provide guidance to the other Project Managers with meeting their internal project responsibilities;Provide oversight of project health, with a focus:Sustainable resourcingBudget awareness and trackingTeam composition and workload balanceEarly identification of risks and opportunitiesPromote realistic planning and healthy delivery practicesReinforce a culture where design quality and operational clarity coexistLeading the Ottawa OfficeOversee day-to-day operations of the Ottawa officeCoordinate staffing, utilization, and forecasting in close collaboration with both our Ottawa and Montreal staffing leadership teamsContribute to firm-wide resource sharing and cross-office collaborationSupport recruitment, onboarding, recognition, and long-term team planningWork closely with firm wide leadership to align local needs with overall strategyBeing an Ambassador for FigurrRepresent Figurr within the local professional and architectural communityParticipate in client meetings, presentations, and external events as a senior presenceStrengthen relationships through credibility, thoughtfulness, and consistencySupport practice growth through visibility and leadership - not sales targetsOur Work Figurr’s portfolio is intentionally diverse. Our projects include:Affordable housingOffice and commercial projectsInstitutional and educational buildingsThis diversity keeps our teams challenged, engaged, and continuously learning.What you bring RequiredProfessional degree in ArchitectureRegistered Architect with the Ontario Association of Architects (OAA)Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience within an architectural firmDemonstrated experience leading and mentoring architectural teamsMinimum of 10 years of experience leading large scale architectural projectsStrong judgment, communication, and relationship-building skillsA people-first, thoughtful leadership approachCompensation Salary range: starting at $100,000Why Figurr At Figurr, we believe strong design starts with healthy teams. We value clarity, trust, curiosity, and care, both in how we design and how we work together.This role is an opportunity to shape the future of a studio, support talented people, and leave a lasting impact on a growing firm.#J-18808-Ljbffr