Rice Fergus Miller, Inc. - a B Corp

IT Support

• Drive new business growth within the A/E/C industry
• Manage the full pursuit lifecycle, from researching opportunities to developing RFQ/RFP responses
• Establish and maintain relationships with key clients and partners
• Lead RFP response planning and ensure timely submissions

Business Development and Pursuit Specialist

Architect

• Lead feasibility studies for new housing/development sites: site capacity assessments, yield studies, market-driven program development and concept planning.
• Develop master plans and test-to-fit studies: propose alternative site layouts, building typologies, phases and density options that align with client goals and site constraints.
• Facilitate early-stage programming and planning discussions with clients and stakeholders—identifying vision, constraints, opportunities and strategic direction.
• Work across disciplines: collaborate with architects, engineers, cost consultants, jurisdictional staff and others to ensure planning recommendations are grounded in design and regulatory realities.
• Engage with local jurisdictions, community groups and stakeholders—prepare graphic materials, presentations and documentation for planning entitlement or design-review phases.
• Maintain a strong grasp of building, zoning and land-use fundamentals, along with cost / development feasibility, so that planning and design decisions are realistic and value-driven.
• Drive projects through early design phases: from programming and concept development into schematic design, supporting the seamless transition from planning into design production.
• Serve as primary client contact for early-stage planning and design issues, building trusted relationships and acting as an advisor on development strategy.
• Contribute to the growth of our Housing practice—bringing strategic thinking, process improvements and new business potential.

Business Development and Pursuit Specialist

Planner, Project Architect – Housing & Development Planning Focus