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SERA Architects

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United States, Portland

Category:
Construction

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Job Description:

At this level, the project manager will organize and lead projects which are moderate in terms of complexity and scope, with oversight from PIC. The project manager works with owners and directs employees and consultants at all levels to ensure that proper steps and procedures are taken and that work is completed as planned, budgeted, scheduled and in conformance with the design intent and contract deliverables. The project manager will participate in office-wide initiatives aimed at improving or impacting practice, business operations or business development.

Job Responsibility:

Supervise, coordinate, plan, and review the work of entire project teams. This includes the mentoring of staff on project teams
Build internal teams with skills/interests suited to the needs of the project. Contribute to building external teams
Define the unique goals and objectives required by the client and project team and the decision-making strategies and success metrics used to validate them
Assist in preparation of contracts and negotiations
Prioritize goals, scope, and tasks to meet client needs and use teams effectively
Proactively communicate staffing needs and changes with staffing director/studio leaders
Develop, articulate, define and execute the project scope, fees, and proposals for a wide variety of projects
Negotiate consultant’s scope, schedule and fees
May lead, organize and execute selected marketing and business development opportunities
Proactively work with and support the accounting department regarding project financials including project set up and/or invoicing and collection efforts for projects
Foster team morale, both internal and external while creating a collaborative team environment
Work with PIC and Studio Leader to Identify and leverage core skills and areas of interest for staff, providing opportunities for growth and development
Work with PIC to confirm that project goals are carried out and reinforced through design, technical, and cost decisions, both internally and externally
Provide support to ensure project meets office standards for design, documentation, technical performance, Revit, and graphics
Work with PIC to manage changes in scope, schedule and fee throughout the project to ensure project success
Participate in employee review process for team members
Participate in updates to standards, processes, and project delivery at SERA
Interest and/or engagement in industry groups to develop specialized knowledge
Monitor construction administration during construction phase
Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and jurisdictional/approval agencies
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Requires a Bachelor or Master’s degree from an accredited program
Architectural License preferred
Generally have 8+ years of experience
Developing knowledge of accounting and project management software
Possesses knowledge of the OSSC/ADAAG and possesses the ability to achieve the intent of the code through variances and appeals
Possesses knowledge of drawing and production software (understanding of capabilities, requirements, and impact on project documentation strategy)
Advanced ability to communicate through verbal, written and graphic communication formats
Established knowledge of available tools
Established ability to prioritize and evaluate multiple important tasks
Established critical thinking to identify strengths, weaknesses or alternate solutions to a problem independently
Established professional judgment and decision-making processes to determine the most appropriate course of action
Established leadership skills that motivate and guide teams and projects to desired outcomes
Established skills necessary to resolve conflicts within project teams
Established ability to negotiate with and/or advocate for team members, consultants, clients, jurisdictions for the benefit of SERA and the project
Strong knowledge of design, construction systems, sustainability, project delivery methodologies (IPD), material application, and manufacturer-supplier appropriateness.

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Job Posted:
December 12, 2025

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