Position SummaryMOREgroup is seeking a dynamic Principal to join their team. This is a unique opportunity to expand our k-12 Education practice across our Carolina markets and help shape the future of a growing, forward-thinking organization. ?
This role will be pivotal in providing leadership to the Southeast region, driving business growth, serving as a trusted client advisor, and establishing MOREgroup as an industry leader within the market. ?If you are energized by working on meaningful projects that serve our communities, alongside an industry-leading team - this is the opportunity for you.
ResponsibilitiesProject Practice Leadership- Provide design and technical leadership to deliver innovative, high-quality architectural solutions.?
- Lead multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects are on schedule, on budget, and meet firm standards.?
- Oversee project delivery from design through construction administration.?
- Mentor staff and foster a collaborative, high-performance environment.
- Guide clients through long-term planning and maintain strong, trusted relationships.?
- Support financial health through budgeting, planning, and project performance monitoring.
Business Development & Strategy - Build and sustain strong client relationships to drive repeat and new business, including conducting regular executive touchpoints and attending board meetings with key districts. ?
- Lead RFQs, RFPs, interviews, and direct award proposals.?
- Collaborate with marketing and strategy teams on proposals, narratives, and subconsultant coordination.?
- Track business development metrics and represent the firm externally.
- Support long-term business planning, profitability, and culture.?
Qualifications & Skills- Professional degree from an accredited Architectural program and South Carolina licensed is required.
- 15+ years of experience in architecture, with at least 10+ years in K-12 experience.
- Prior experience working with the Office of School Facilities (OSF).
- Strategic mindset and executive-level client engagement with ability to execute and drive.
- Technical depth with robust background in K-12 planning and design.
- Strong business acumen with collaborative leadership style.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, public speaking skills, and interpersonal abilities.
Location- Remote position based out of Pickens County, SC. Open to Greenville, SC.
- Travel to clients within the Carlonia market is required, as needed.
BenefitsThis role offers competitive compensation and is eligible for participation in our comprehensive benefits programs including:
- Medical, dental, life, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Training and professional development opportunities
- Long-term and short-term disability
- Paid parental leave
