Client Strategist
Nashville
Mathias Collective is a trusted resource for creative direction and client representation related to architecture and interior design projects. We artfully blend passion with practicality and beauty with function. As visionary translators, we ensure the entire creative team aligns seamlessly with our client’s vision.
Our client portfolio includes corporate offices, high-end residential properties, entertainment venues, and bespoke spaces often for high-net-worth individuals. Mathias Collective excels in serving clients who demand exceptional attention to detail and discretion, bringing attunement, clarity, and expertise to every engagement.
We prioritize long-term relationships with our clients, building trust through consistent excellence and a deep understanding of their unique needs. Our team’s most important traits mirror the company’s core values—and are the reason clients choose us: we are trustworthy, transformative, curious, connected, visionary, and valuable partners in realizing their ambitions.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Client Strategist at Mathias Collective plays a key role in delivering client-focused solutions that combine aesthetic excellence with strategic impact. This role involves acting as a trusted advisor and project advocate, collaborating closely with clients, internal teams, and external partners to deliver bespoke, high-design outcomes. Planning and managing projects thoughtfully and systematically, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where the clients feel heard, respected, and confident in our process. The Client Strategist contributes to Mathias Collective’s reputation for exceptional results while driving innovation and maintaining a client-centric approach. By blending strategic oversight, creativity, and meticulous attention to detail, the Client Strategist enhances project outcomes and supports the firm’s continued success.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor or Master’s in Architecture, Construction Management, Interior Architecture or other related field of study.
Experience: 7-10 years of experience, with expertise in project management.
Software Proficiency: Advanced skills in Bluebeam and MS Suite.
Preferred Knowledge: Familiarity with Bluebeam is helpful, but not required.
Industry Knowledge: Experience in hospitality or sports/entertainment design projects is preferred. Specific Skills: Exceptional project management, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to guide clients and cross-disciplinary teams effectively throughout complex project lifecycles.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Guide Clients Through the Project Lifecycle: Act as the key point of contact, expertly navigating clients through the Mathias Collective project phases – Discover, Design, and Implementation. Take the lead as the “quarterback” ensuring seamless execution.
Provide Strategic Leadership: Plan and manage projects thoughtfully and systematically, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where clients feel heard, respected, and confident in the process.
Provide Expert Guidance: Advise clients on the benefits and potential trade-offs of project decisions, equipping them to make informed choices that align with their goals.
Oversee and Optimize Scheduling: Collaborate with vendors, design team, general contractors, ensuring timelines align with the client’s best interests and critical milestones are met.
Facilitate Client and Team Collaboration: Act as an advocate for the client, guiding them through all phases of project execution—from discovery and design direction to implementation. Communicate design ideas effectively during client meetings, ensuring deliverables align with their expectations.
Become a Trusted Advisor: Establish yourself as a trusted advisor and partner within Mathias Collective, external collaborators, and clients – reinforcing confidence and rapport across all interactions.
Bring appropriate clients and projects to Mathias Collective.
SKILLS & TRAITS
The magic of Mathias Collective is in the people. Some skills can be taught, and some traits are innately developed over time. Creating a space to grow professionally and personally is critical to the evolution and future of the company. Desired traits for our next interior designer include, but are not exclusive to:
- Impeccably detail-oriented.
- Be flexible and responsive, motivated, and ambitious.
- Positive attitude.
- Highly Creative: Ability to generate innovative ideas and solutions that align with Mathias Collective’s high design standards.
- Resourceful and Proactive: Demonstrates initiative and an “How Can I Help” mentality, with a keen ability to anticipate needs.
- Professional Maturity: Exhibits maturity and professionalism, especially in client interactions and team collaboration. - Ownership Mindset: Embraces responsibility, respects others, and displays a respectful, service-oriented approach within the team.
- Engage collective team and leadership to work collaboratively with all teammates- “team player.” - Curious - feels comfortable asking questions and seeking additional information.
- Passionate, knowledgeable, and curious about industry design trends and products.
- Share values of being trustworthy, inspired by transformation and change, connected, curious about design and business, visionary, and striving to be a valuable team member.
- Possess the self-awareness and vulnerability to find gaps to add to one’s personal value proposition and skillset. - Has a growth mentality. Takes direction and is open to feedback.
- Possesses excellent client presence: articulate, sense of style, empathetic to internalizing client needs, high emotional intelligence, likable, quick on feet, well-read.
- Is a self-starter; takes initiative with creative & delightful ideas; asks questions.
- Is personally organized and can tolerate ambiguity; able to make order for oneself and others.
- Understand that the client is the top priority.
ULTIMATELY YOUR WORK SHOULD
Elevate Mathias Collective’s Reputation: Strengthen the firm’s standing as a leader in design and client advocacy by delivering exceptional outcomes that resonate with clients and collaborators alike.
Advance Industry Expertise: Deepen your knowledge and skills within the architecture and design industry, contributing to Mathias Collective’s reputation as a thought leader and innovator.
Enhance Project Execution: Broaden the firm’s ability to deliver high-design projects with precision, creativity, and efficiency by adhering to and refining established processes and systems.
Delight Clients: Consistently exceed client expectations through thoughtful interactions, expert guidance, and stunning design results that reflect their vision and aspirations.
Foster Operational Excellence: Improve the firm’s operational effectiveness by optimizing project management practices, streamlining workflows, and ensuring clear communication across all teams and collaborators.
Drive Long-Term Impact: Build enduring client relationships through trust, professionalism, and transformative project outcomes, ensuring the firm’s continued success and growth.
WORK SCHEDULE AND EXPECTATIONS
Mathias Collective is located at 1005 17th Ave South, Suite 650 in Nashville, Tennessee. Our office operates 9a – 4p Monday
through Friday. We set monthly billable targets per position that you will be expected to meet, which will require work outside
of office hours. When and where you complete this work will be largely at your discretion.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Competitive Salary based on experience.
100% company-paid HSA-eligible health insurance plan (medical, dental, and vision).
140 hours of paid time off annually.
10 paid holidays plus a week-long Winter Break.
401k – MATHIAS matches up to 3% of employee contribution at 100% and up to 2% additionally at 50%.
Work From Home Fridays: Option to work remotely on Fridays.
Think Like an Owner Bonus: Quarterly bonus based on firm performance.
Paid garage parking at 1005 17th Avenue South .
TO APPLY
If this role aligns with your skills and passions and feels like an opportunity where you’d truly thrive —we’d love to hear from you! Please email us at hello@mathiascollective.com with your resume, portfolio, and a brief introduction. We’re excited to learn more about you and your work!
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