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We are a global design-build partner delivering workplace and life sciences projects for some of the world’s most innovative brands.\nWith over 500 people across four continents, we bring together strategy, design, project management, and delivery into one seamless experience. Our integrated approach enables us to move with agility, solve complex challenges, and deliver meaningful outcomes for our clients.\nOur people are at the centre of everything we do. We foster a collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity, accountability, creativity, and continuous improvement. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us create better experiences for our clients and each other.\nAt Unispace, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects, work alongside talented global teams, and grow your career in an environment that encourages innovation and new ideas.\nJob Title: Principal, Design\nLocation: Mumbai\nWhy you’re here\nAs the Principal, Design, you’ll be instrumental in shaping and executing the design strategy for your region, helping to expand Unispace’s portfolio and elevate our brand across North America. You are a strategic leader who drives innovation, collaboration, and growth within your team. Your leadership will not only focus on delivering exceptional design solutions but also on fostering an inclusive, forward-thinking culture. You'll be at the forefront of creating inspiring workplaces while ensuring that Unispace’s values and commitment to diversity, sustainability, and excellence are reflected in every project.\nWhat you’re responsible for\nLeading the development and implementation of the Design strategy for your studio, driving innovation and elevating the design approach to meet the evolving needs of clients and the market.\nCollaborating with the North America Design Lead to craft annual business and workforce plans, ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals.\nBuilding and managing strategic client relationships, working to expand Unispace’s influence and drive new business opportunities.\nOverseeing all studio design projects, ensuring quality, creativity, and alignment with client goals while fostering an environment of collaboration and inclusion.\nProviding financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting for the design studio, ensuring that financial goals are met.\nPartnering with the Delivery and Management teams to ensure projects meet financial targets while maintaining exceptional design standards.\nLeading high-stakes bid/pitch presentations, effectively communicating the value of Unispace’s design methodology to win new business and grow the client portfolio.\nEnsuring that the culture, values, and behaviors in the studio reflect Unispace’s commitment to inclusivity, innovation, and sustainability.\nDriving best practices, design processes, and technology initiatives across the studio to ensure design consistency and excellence.\nCollaborating with Studio Management to develop and implement risk management strategies, addressing legal, reputational, and financial risks as necessary.\nChampioning Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives within the studio, aligning them with Unispace’s global and regional vision.\nActing as a key ambassador for Unispace’s values, inspiring your team and clients through leadership and integrity.\nHow we’ll measure it\nThe ability to maintain a comprehensive overview of all studio projects, providing clear and concise updates to management as needed.\nA proven track record of creating successful and accurate project bids that meet client needs, with realistic costs and timelines.\nExpertise in managing studio budgets, ensuring project profitability, client satisfaction, and strong commercial returns.\nExperience securing additional opportunities through industry recognition and awards for design innovation, enhancing Unispace’s brand and driving new business.\nA strong focus on people development, ensuring that your team is adequately resourced, engaged, and equipped with the necessary skills to succeed.\nExcellence in performance management, fostering high-performance teams while addressing any underperformance promptly and effectively.\nA commitment to applying consistent design standards, technology solutions, and processes across the studio to maintain excellence.\nThe ability to implement and manage risk management plans, with evidence of taking appropriate action when challenges arise.\nA strong commitment to CSR, ensuring initiatives are in line with Unispace’s global and regional goals, and integrated into the studio’s culture.\nYour experience and skills\nA degree in architecture or an equivalent design-related discipline.\nProficiency in Revit, with a deep understanding of how to integrate it effectively into project workflows.\nA high level of technical knowledge and design expertise.\nStrong understanding of project financials, corporate real estate (CRE), and approvals processes.\nExperience leading and developing high-performance teams, particularly on large and complex projects.\nProven ability to cultivate strategic client relationships, with a client-oriented approach to business development.\nExcellent pitching, presentation, and communication skills, with a talent for engaging high-profile clients.\nA reputation for innovative, conceptual thinking, and the ability to influence others and drive results.\nA demonstrated ability to develop talent within your team, building organizational capability and agility.\nStrong business acumen, with the ability to navigate change and lead your team through periods of growth and transformation.\nThe statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required.\nWe encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process and employment lifecycle where required by applicable law.\nInclusion & Diversity\nAt Unispace, we believe diverse perspectives strengthen our teams, our culture, and the work we deliver for our clients. 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