Studio Director-MEP

Job Title: Studio Director (MEP)
Location: Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

CornerStone Professional Placement has partnered with a dynamic and fast-paced Architectural Firm that is seeking a Studio Director (MEP) to lead their high-volume studio focused on Quick Serve Restaurants, Retail and some commercial development projects. This is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving project delivery, team development, and studio growth. The ideal candidate is a servant leader with strong organizational and communication skills, who thrives in a deadline-driven environment and brings a solutions-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the overall success and development of the studio team

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and projects under studio oversight

• Collaborate with SPMs, PMs, and PCs to align resource allocation and project planning

• Oversee project execution from kickoff through permitting, typically within a 6-week turnaround

• Ensure team compliance with company standards, quality, and timelines across 40–50 concurrent projects

• Train and mentor team members on client programs and internal processes

• Review and approve construction drawings and documentation

• Participate in business development, marketing strategies, and client relationship management

• Coordinate staffing assignments and performance evaluations with ownership

• Contribute to proposal writing, fee development, and budget setting

• Monitor deadlines, budgets, and quality across all projects

• Ensure effective communication, timely meeting documentation, and task delegation

• Lead by example through transparency, accountability, and collaboration

Requirements:

• 5–10 years of experience in the architecture or design industry, preferably with high-volume projects

• Proven leadership experience in managing teams and driving studio success

• Licensed Architect strongly preferred

• Expertise in AutoCAD required; Photoshop for 2D color elevations is a plus

• Strong understanding of MEP systems and permitting processes

• Experience in working with Quick Serve Restaurants, local developers, or shopping centers is a plus

• Comfortable with fast turnaround timelines and a high-volume workload

• Detail-oriented, flexible, and highly organized

• Servant leader mindset with excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Compensation and Benefits:

• Employment Type: Direct Hire

• Schedule: Full-time, On-site; ½ day Fridays

• Location: Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

• Salary: 85-120K or more based on experience, plus bonus

• Benefits Include:

  • 100% paid employee premiums for base medical plan (option to apply credit toward premium for higher-tier plans)

  • 100% covered dental and vision for employee

  • 15 days PTO (combined PTO/Sick)

  • 401(k) with 100% company match on first 3.5% contribution (2-year cliff vesting)

  • Bi-monthly team outings and strong team culture

If you are an experienced Studio Director professional with a proven track record of leadership and expertise, we invite you to apply today and take the next step in your career with a company committed to innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Send your resume to Allison Harrison at allisonh@cornerstonestaffing.com and call 817-635-0500 ext. 162 for immediate consideration.