Architectural Design Sr. Project Manager

Summary:

The Architectural Design Sr. Project Manager (PM) position assumes proficiency of the Jr. PM position and is under the direct stewardship of the Head of Architecture or Architectural Supervisor. The Sr. PM is directly responsible for managing the accounts, projects and teams that they are assigned. The intent of the Senior level is to be the authority for true management of content and resource development. The individual has the experience and leadership skills necessary to focus on transfer of knowledge, development of subject matter and solving issues surrounding building code compliance. The individual will be expected to participate in strategy and planning for resource allocation and product development.

Primary Duties:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Project Management

• Initial point of contact for Central Processing, Customer Service, Project Coordinator, Production Department and the Client for all new & existing Product Development, Builder/Trade partner meetings, consulting and the communication and resolution of field issues and project status
• Responsible for managing their team to meet deadlines, answer questions, solve problems, and improve the profitability of accounts
• Manage project workflow and communication across all applicable departments
• Assist with development of Scope of Work and pricing discussions for new and existing projects
• Assist with Onboarding of new Clients and Projects to help define workflows and scheduling
• Ensure pricing standards for Clients and Accounts are properly applied to projects
• Track projects for completion and report status to accounting for invoicing
• Regularly review account performance and communicate with manager on status

Drafting and Plan Development

• Responsible for the technical accuracy of construction documents for all clients and projects they are assigned
• Assist with the preparation of Construction Documents and details as needed
• Solve all problems within their knowledge and experience and consult manager on anything out of their knowledge and experience

Project Tracking and Communication

• Maintain log of work performed
• Effectively track time and job status to maintain efficient workflow
• Efficient and competent use of project tracking software
• Report to and communicate effectively with manager and Clients regarding project status
• Team Management, Mentoring and Training
• Weekly review and approval of timesheets
• Mentoring and training Designers and Associates
• Assist with effective knowledge transfer through the implementation of training practices and quality assurance processes
• Annually review team performance
• Report to and communicate effectively with manager regarding mentorship and training efforts

Company Development and Growth

• Provide feedback for the improvement of design tools and workflows to increase efficiency
• Participate on committees and work on special projects as assigned
• Use available resources efficiently and effectively
• All other assigned duties

Knowledge:

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 5 to 7 years of related experience, including management experience.
• Advanced knowledge of AutoCAD/Revit/Applicable Discipline specific software
• Advanced knowledge of ability to prepare Construction Documents
• Advanced knowledge of various construction techniques and the Building Code
• Intermediate knowledge of best industry practices
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Deltek experience preferred

Skills and abilities:

• Excellent leadership skills
• Ability to communicate and manage productive relationships with drafting resources and department managers
• Ability to accurately transfer industry knowledge
• Ability to take ownership of the production process and the resulting finished product
• Detail oriented with a focus of accuracy and quality
• Excellent organizational skills
• Thorough and precise with assigned tasks
• Ability to problem solve and make decisions
• Ability to lead their team through example by demonstrating the Core Values of Passion, Integrity, Collaboration & Ownership.
• Ability to create and maintain productive relationships with Clients & Building Department officials
• Proficiency in English Language, reading, spoken, and written