• Lead the growth of NBBJ’s Civic Practice by identifying new business opportunities, strengthening client and contractor relationships while expanding our regional and national impact.
• Develop and execute market strategies to secure projects across the public sector, with a focus on courthouses (municipal, state, and federal), city halls, administrative centers, legislative buildings, and border crossings/land ports of entry.
• Partner with public agencies, government officials, and institutional clients to understand their evolving needs and align NBBJ’s expertise accordingly.
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with contractors, consultants, and development partners to support successful project execution, particularly in alternative delivery models such as Design-Build (DB), Progressive Design-Build (PDB), and Public-Private Partnerships (P3).
• Lead the pursuit of high-profile civic projects—collaborating with marketing and design teams to craft compelling proposals, presentations, and interview strategies.
• Collaborate with firm-wide practice and marketing leaders, key design leaders, and design teams.
• Monitor industry trends, public funding opportunities, and policy shifts that impact civic architecture and urban planning. 

• Serve as a public-facing advocate for civic design, representing NBBJ at industry conferences, government forums, and leadership panels.
• Mentor and develop the next generation of civic design leaders, fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Engage with regional, national, and international stakeholders to drive discussions on the future of civic infrastructure, urban governance, and security.
• Collaborate with firm leadership to advance NBBJ’s civic research initiatives, sustainability goals, and cross-disciplinary innovations. 

• Provide visionary leadership for civic projects, ensuring they reflect democratic values, operational efficiency, sustainability, and forward-thinking urban design.
• Serve as a trusted client advisor, guiding decision-making on planning, funding strategies, and long-term facility needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and execute design solutions that balance functionality, security, accessibility, and aesthetics.
• Advocate for design excellence, sustainability, and human-centered civic environments across all project phases—from conceptual development to construction.
• Actively contribute to NBBJ’s design culture, integrating best practices in resiliency, equity, and innovation into our civic portfolio. 

• Be a recognized leader with 15+ years of experience in civic design and public-sector architecture, with a proven track record in courthouses, city halls, legislative buildings, public safety facilities, and/or border crossings.
• At least 8+ years of experience in business development with strong client relationships and experience securing major public-sector projects.
• A visionary thinker who understands the intersection of design, public policy, and urban planning.
• A trusted collaborator with strong relationships with contractors, developers, and industry partners to support successful project execution in the West Coast region and across the country.
• An engaging communicator with a passion for public speaking, community engagement, and advocacy for civic architecture.
• A collaborative team player who thrives in complex environments, balancing multiple stakeholders and priorities.
• Expertise in alternative project delivery models, including Design-Build (DB) and Progressive Design-Build (PDB); DBIA certification is preferred.
• Licensure or equivalent professional certification. 
• LEED AP certification is a plus or required within 18 months of hire.
• Regular travel required on an as-needed basis.   

The annual base pay range for this role is anticipated to be between $150,000 and $180,000. Actual compensation for successful candidates will be carefully determined based on a number of factors, including their skills, qualifications and experience.