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Who are we?

Since 1967, Toll Brothers has been building luxury homes and communities in the best locations in the U.S. Today, we're a Fortune 500 company operating in over 60 markets. We're the country's premier luxury builder with the widest range of product offerings and price points in the industry, serving first-time, move-up, active-adult, and second-home buyers.

From the homes we build to the talent we recruit, we know that to be the best, we have to work with the best. Toll Brothers is a place where diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and where employees of all backgrounds are treated with fairness, dignity and respect. We believe every employee should feel safe to be their true and authentic self at work. Our employees are our family, and we strive to uphold the values that our founders instilled in us, creating an exceptional place to work that is inclusive to all.

Toll Architecture, a national full-service Toll Brothers company seeks an Architectural Business Partner for our team at our division office located in Novi, Michigan.

What is the opportunity?

As a Toll Architecture representative, the Architectural Business Partner will be the liaison between the Division and the Architectural team (both in-house and outside) and the primary point-of-contact from the initial Planning and Design stages through Permitting and Construction for multiple projects. The ABP will collaborate with the Division Senior Leadership team to forecast and plan for future product needs - providing Architectural guidance and market insight that helps ensure on-time community startup and the designed product aligns with targeted buyer demographics.

As an advocate for the Toll Architecture team, the ABP will also be responsible for tactfully balancing the needs and wants of the Division with Toll Architecture department initiatives, policies, and standards

This position is hybrid.

What are the primary responsibilities?

• Collaboration 
  • With the approval of Division leadership, initiate new work orders and/or revisions to existing work, coordinating with in-house and outside Architectural teams.
  • Participate in regular operational meetings with Division leadership and other departments to stay current with upcoming workload needs and help drive results.
  • Oversee the product library of both in-house and outside approved plan sets, ensuring they remain relevant, current, and support cross-functional department initiatives for efficiency and standardization.
  • Assist in maintaining Design and Construction Document Exhibits that establish guidelines for product development to ensure both in-house and outside Architects remain aligned with overall department initiatives.
  • Build rapport by providing excellent customer service to the Division, remaining accessible and approachable as you tactfully balance multiple cross-functional needs

• Project Coordination 
  • Coordinate and regularly audit the work of in-house and outside Architects to ensure consistency in scopes of work and adherence to corporate procedures, standards, and construction methods.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to establish realistic project schedules that ensure on-time delivery and share progress.
  • Proactively communicate any scheduling challenges and current or upcoming workload needs to the Sr. ABP or Regional ABP.
  • With oversight, review artwork and marketing materials to ensure they align with Construction Documents, Community Specifications, and Color Schemes.

• Field Support
  • Provide timely support to field personnel as it relates to schedules, changes, and/or construction standards.
  • Regularly attend construction site visits to document and coordinate needed revisions.
  • Remain a consistent and knowledgeable resource for the Division for anything and everything related to Architecture.
  • Regularly communicate on-going project status and Architectural department initiatives to Division personnel.
  • With support from the Sr. ABP and/or Regional ABP, act as a trusted and reliable escalation point between Architecture and the Division to expedite appropriate solutions.

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the nation's most respected Fortune 500 companies!

Does this describe you?

• Effective communicator with strong leadership, problem-solving, and forward-thinking traits.
• Solid time-management and organizational skills with the proven ability to work with cross-functional teams on multiple projects of varying product types while sharing a common goal.
• Excel in a fast-paced environment, adhering to strict deadlines and budgets while driving results with multiple Consultants.
• Detail-oriented and organized with strong active listening skills.
• Creative thinker skilled at identifying, developing, and incorporating new solutions into an existing framework.
• Expert in the local residential homebuilding market with a deep knowledge of regulatory requirements and market trends.

Do you have these qualifications?

• Essential:
  • In depth knowledge of the local resid. market including jurisdictional req. for plan sets and permitting.
  • Strong understanding of the Residential Building Code(s) in effect.
  • Field experience and knowledge of local construction methodology.
  • 3-5 years as a Project Manager (or sim. role) in a high-volume homebuilding operation, coordinating with multiple teams.
  • Organized and punctual with strong communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 software
  • Able to travel (locally) as needed
  • Work in office 3-days per week. Additional in office days vary per Division/Department
• Preferred:
  • Registered Architect or on track for licensing.
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture or similar field.
  • Intermediate efficiency in Bluebeam, AutoCAD, M-Files, Deltek is a plus

We offer an excellent benefits package that includes comprehensive medical/dental, 401(k) with a company match, discounted stock purchase, discounts on mortgages, homes, appliances, and much more!

Come see why Toll Brothers has been attracting and retaining some of the best professionals in the industry!

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