Studio Manager, Architecture
Ware Malcomb
Apply to this job Houston, TX hybrid Until 8/22/2026 10+ years exp First posted May 19, 2025 Last posted June 18, 2026
Job description
Are you ready to join a growth-oriented team where creativity meets innovation? At Ware Malcomb, we are a dynamic and forward-thinking design firm committed to pushing the boundaries. Our team-oriented, collaborative approach ensures that every project is a blend of visionary design, seamless project delivery, and we are actively engaged with both the community and the industry. Discover our vibrant culture to get an inside look into life at Ware Malcomb and the programs we offer. https://waremalcomb.com/life-at-ware-malcomb/
The Studio Manager is a key member of the Ware Malcomb senior management team, responsible for supporting the Principal or Director in the areas of growth, revenue, profitability, project management, design, staff management and client relationships for their market area. You will be responsible for nurturing a positive, team-oriented environment, ensuring financial goals and deadlines are being met, and assisting the office leader in business development.
Your Role
- Manage day-to-day operations and team members in the studio
- Have a complete knowledge and understanding of all financial tools and reports
- Ensure all proposals and contracts are in place
- Review all project budget reports prior to contract executions
- Oversee the group's organizational chart, project budget reports, monthly revenue projections, and financials, and prepare monthly business reports
- Prepare the group’s organization chart
- Review the group’s forecast and current/future staff needs
- Actively market and promote Ware Malcomb to secure new work and grow the group; attend business development and networking functions
- Attend all scheduling meetings and maintain regular contact with Project Managers
- Participate in candidate interviews and team member reviews with senior management; assist with recruiting new team members
- Create and lead a positive, team-oriented environment
- Support and attend your group’s Ware Malcomb active and social events that promote health, fitness, community, and philanthropy
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience within the field of architecture
- Prior experience leading a team or studio
- Experience developing and maintaining client relationships
- Licensed Architect strongly preferred
- Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or related field
- Ability to lead and foster a team environment
This is a full-time, long-term position.
Established in 1972, Ware Malcomb is a dynamic, forward-thinking commercial real estate design firm providing professional architecture, interior design, civil engineering, branding, building measurement, structural engineering and MEP engineering services to clients throughout the world. With office locations throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Brazil, the firm specializes in the design of office, industrial, science & technology, healthcare, multifamily, retail, hospitality and public/institutional projects.
The firm is also ranked among the top 10 Architecture/Engineering firms in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms and the Top 30 Interior Design Firms in Interior Design magazine’s Top 100 Giants. For more information, visit waremalcomb.com.
About this role
Summary
Lead studio operations, manage team, oversee projects, develop client relationships, support growth.
Job title
Studio Manager, Architecture
Experience level
10+ years
Minimum experience
10+ years exp
Industry
architecture
Location requirements
Houston, TX; not remote
Salary
Not specified
Management role
Yes
Skills & keywords
Required skills
team managementproject managementclient relationsfinancial oversight
Preferred skills
licensed architectbusiness development
Specializations
architectureteam managementclient relationsproject oversight
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Houston, TX, USA
On-site City