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MBH Architects
Design Technology Director
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A Technical Manager or Director manages all technical matters relating to a company's information technology, ensuring the technology meets technical requirements. Oversees equipment such as servers and network equipment. Implements hardware standardization, manages technology support teams. Implements compliance documentation and ensures that there are technical procedures, documentations and standard policies in place.
$130,477 / year median in California
-6% projected decline
Job Description
We are seeking a Design Technology Director to be responsible for Building Information Modeling (BIM), digital design, and technology infrastructure. This role partners with firm leadership to shape and execute technology strategy, while overseeing the team responsible for supporting our project teams. MBH is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity, equity, & inclusion in the workplace. To request a reasonable accommodation during the interview process, please email resumes@mbharch.com. What You'll Do Develop and execute design technology strategy, software integration plans, and R&D budgets alongside firm leadership Oversee all Design Technology and BIM support staff, providing mentorship and resource allocation across projects Own the firm's digital standards: templates, execution plans, automation workflows, and best practices across all production platforms Oversee digital twin, visualization (VR/AR), and environmental simulation efforts to elevate project delivery Lead development and strategic evolution of computational design workflows, custom scripts, and emerging technology tools Support internal teams such as IT (for infrastructure deployment) and Project Management (for tech risk assessment and project setup) Research and present to leadership target technologies, software advancements, AI integrations, and digital trends in the AEC industry Evaluate and improve digital design tools and systems, ensuring software interoperability and data health Ensure quality control and digital audits across complex project models; maintain data security and confidentiality Drive studio-wide adoption of design technology, building and leading training programs that upskill teams and embed new tools into daily workflows