What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architectural Project Manager position at Popli Design Group?
Description
If you are a team player with a passion to drive your career in Architecture, Popli Design Group (PDG) is the place for you! PDG is seeking a Project Manager to add to our growing and talented team.
The Project Manager will have full responsibility for managing the development and production of all architectural aspects of a multi-discipline project. This includes overseeing the creation of drawings, specifications, and conducting code reviews independently. Additionally, the Project Manager will facilitate effective communication with other disciplines, contractors, and subcontractors. A crucial aspect of the role involves reviewing architectural documents to ensure they are complete and ready for submission to clients and governing authorities for design and code compliance. The Project Manager will maintain open lines of communication with the project owner and all team members across various disciplines, ensuring smooth progress and successful project completion. Acting as PDG's representative, the Project Manager will serve as the main point of contact with the client and assume responsibility for the financial aspects of the divisional and overall project.
Responsibilities:
- Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a professional manner with co-workers, staff, project managers, other disciplines, and all other employees
- Responsible for all duties identified as part of Project Architect as well as all duties defined below
- Assist the Division Manager in determining project-staffing requirements.
- Understanding of internal manpower requirements for a project and how it relates to the assigned budget (including profit goals, overhead, and utilization rate)
- Will be the primary client contact for all assigned projects
- Will develop and provide the initial review of the contract between the client and PDG and will work with the company to ensure the contract is viable
- Will develop the fee for assigned projects and will review it with the Division Manager for approval
- Will develop the contract for all sub-consultants associated with assigned projects for review with the company
- Will develop the fee for all sub-consultants associated with assigned projects
- Needs to understand and implement the SEQRA process where applicable
- Develop a project schedule with obtainable tasks for the project team and meet those schedules
- Develop and mentor staff abilities
- Maintain and develop client relationships
- Support proposal development and attend interviews
- Report cash flow for contractor payment distribution
- Review monthly billing report and provide a cash flow report to the Division Manager
- Is capable of writing all architectural specifications and front end documents for assigned projects
- Coordinate with entire multi discipline team all workings of the project from design to financials and schedule
- Performs other duties as required
Requirements
Computer Skills:
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• AutoDesk (Revit & AutoCAD)
• Sketchup
• Photoshop
• Newforma
• Illustrator
• Estimating Software (Costworks)
• Specification writing software (SpecBuilder and Masterworks)
Competencies:
• Technical capacity as described above
• Credibility
• Collaboration skills
• Communication Proficiency – Verbal and written
• Flexibility
• Self-motivated
Preferred Education, Certifications and general knowledge:
• 5 year NAAB Accredited degree or equivalent education and work experience combination
• 7-12 Years’ experience
• Licensed Architect in the State of New York or Willingness to Transfer License within Reasonable Timeframe
About Popli Design Group (PDG)
PDG is a well-established multi-disciplinary architecture and engineering firm that has been serving clients since 1982. With four decades of experience and expertise, we have evolved from a transportation engineering firm to a comprehensive, full-service organization with seven office locations in New York State. Our extensive portfolio of successful projects has earned us a trusted reputation among our clients.
Popli Design Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability or protected veteran status, and any other basis protected by applicable local, state, or federal law or Executive Orders.
Good faith salary range is provided, and salary package will be commensurate with experience.
Salary : $80,000 - $120,000
