Job Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Project Manager is responsible for planning, interpreting, organizing, and managing projects through all phases of development. Establishes and monitors budgets, manages project team and prepares schedules to ensure efficient utilization of resources. Oversees the architectural process from proposal through construction administration on a project. This position is responsible for establishing client relationship, directing and monitoring all project activities. The Project Manager must demonstrate experience in all phases of architecture and engineering, including substantial experience in project management. The ability to develop and understand contractual liabilities as they relate to architect/owner projects including fee calculations. The Project Manager is expected to demonstrate professional skill, high standards, sound judgment and professionalism. It is essential to pass your knowledge to others and support a continuous learning environment. Team building and motivation are also key responsibilities.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares draft of proposal/contract inclusive of budget, fees, and staffing resources for Project Leader review

• Effectively manages consultants and other construction trades as well as governmental agencies

• Assures project conforms to contractual agreement with client

• Effectively manage project budget to ensure profitability

• Effectively manage project to ensure completion within allocated period of time

• Maintains ongoing, positive and productive client relationships

• Assures that project needs are satisfied by effectively managing project staff to ensure efficient utilization of resources

• Effectively and proactively coaches, mentors and provides performance enhancing feedback to team members

• Implements processes to reduce risks and exposure in all areas of the project

• Directs all activities related to construction administration including scheduling, shop drawings process, field observations, reports, change orders and pay requests

• Assures construction administration activities emphasize on efficiency, quality assurance and code compliance

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires a B.S. or B.A. in Architecture and 10+ years experience in designing small to mid-size architectural projects including urban and resort hotels. An architecture license is required. Revit experience is a plus. It is essential for the Project Manager to have client management skills, proposal creation, project management and negotiation experience. This position must have leadership experience and the ability to manage multiple priorities while consistently achieving high standards and goals. Proven experience in motivating and inspiring others is essential. Presentation skills are required. Travel is required.