Director of Architecture - Restaurants

Core States Group is a nationally recognized firm specializing in architecture, engineering, and construction management with a strong presence across North America. Established in 1999, the company has grown into an industry leader with 24 offices throughout the United States and Canada, serving a wide range of markets including Convenience, Distributed Generation, Financial, Grocery, Housing, Industrial, Restaurants, Retail, Semiconductor, Tribal, and Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure. With a mission to create environments that improve everyday life, Core States Group prides itself on delivering innovative, cost-effective, and timely solutions to many of the world’s most notable brands. Their integrated approach ensures seamless project execution from start to finish, supported by a values-driven culture centered on integrity, service, inclusion, excellence, and innovation.

The role of Director of Architecture - Restaurants within the Architecture and Engineering business unit at Core States Group is both challenging and impactful. This leadership position is responsible for overseeing all activities and personnel related to the architecture program specifically focused on the Restaurants market. The Director will play a pivotal role in strategic business development, sales forecasting, and financial management to drive growth and operational excellence within this specialized sector. Collaboration with other business unit directors and teams is essential to managing multidiscipline programs and delivering cohesive results across various projects. Additionally, this role requires a strong focus on mentoring and developing architectural staff, ensuring the team is motivated and equipped to meet rigorous client expectations and project deadlines. As a hybrid position, it offers flexibility with a combination of remote and office work, with up to 35 percent travel locally and nationally to engage with clients and teams. This opportunity is ideal for a seasoned architectural professional with demonstrated leadership skills in commercial architecture, particularly within restaurant projects, who is motivated to influence both business strategy and project delivery in a dynamic and growing environment.