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At this level, the project manager will organize and lead projects which are larger in terms of complexity and scope, or manage multiple projects which are smaller 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. The project manager’s skills and expertise will provide a resource for guidance for other projects and managers in the office.
Job Responsibility:
Supervise, coordinate, plan, and review the work of entire project teams. This includes the mentoring of staff on project teams
Build internal and external project team with skills/interests suited to the needs of the project
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
Prepare contracts and negotiations with oversight on unique issues
Prioritize goals, scope, and tasks to meet client needs and use teams effectively
Develop, articulate, define and execute the project scope, fees, and proposals for a wide variety of projects
Negotiate consultant’s scope, schedule and fees
Proactively communicate staffing needs and changes with staffing director/studio leaders
Foster team morale, both internal and external while creating a collaborative team environment
Identify and leverage core skills and areas of interest for staff, providing opportunities for growth and development
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
Own the delivery of critical feedback and messaging
Understand firm key performance indicators (KPIs), including but not limited to: utilization, budget to actuals, and profitability
Project staffing at this level is self-directed. You are the primary party responsible for ensuring your utilization target(s) are met
Participate in market sector(s) business development opportunities and efforts
Contribute to firm-wide financial goals, including revenue growth, profitability, and efficiency improvements
Drive project financial performance, including scope, schedule and fee benchmarking and budget vs actuals
Understand, monitor, improve project performance such as utilization, direct labor, technical standards adherence, efficiency improvement efforts, and project profitability
Participate in the interview process for hiring new staff
Participate in employee review process for all team members
Participate in updates to standards, processes, and project delivery at SERA
Participation 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
Model the firm’s values and core commitments, ensuring alignment with internal expectations for professionalism, collaboration, and ethical behavior
Respect and reinforce established firm policies and processes
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Requires a Bachelor or Master’s degree from an accredited program
Architectural License is preferred
Generally have 12+ years of experience
LEED AP Preferred
Established 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
Advanced ability to prioritize and evaluate multiple important tasks
Advanced critical thinking to identify strengths, weaknesses or alternate solutions to a problem independently
Advanced professional judgment and decision making processes to determine the most appropriate course of action
Advanced leadership skills that motivate and guide teams and projects to desired outcomes
Advanced skills necessary to resolve conflicts within project teams
Advanced 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