Project Manager – Aviation

Role Overview

• Manage all phases of design throughout project scope for large complex architectural projects, including project set-up and entitlements, design and construction administration
• Coordinate with Studio Directors, Design Directors, Technical Directors, project team members, clients and other project stakeholders to execute realization of project design goals
• Present design and technical solutions in collaboration with the larger design team
• Lead communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials
• Create and communicate clear and attainable project objectives and project requirements
• Assist in the allocation of staff to specific tasks within the overall project scope
• Manage project scheduling, budgets, and Start Smart set up with clients, sub-contractors, vendors and consultants
• Prepare project work-plans and manage a range of team sizes, comprised of architects, interior designers, job captains and consultants
• Serve as the main point of contact for clients; lead client and stakeholder meetings
• Actively manage, track and be accountable for financial performance of projects
• Prepare proposals, negotiate contracts and fees, coordinate bidding process, partner with Project Accountant to support invoicing
• Ensure projects conform to contract
• Manage client expectations, team communication and oversight of consultant coordination
• Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships
• Actively contribute to office activities, initiatives and learning programs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture is preferred
• 15+ years of project experience in an architectural or engineering practice on large complex projects
• Aviation project experience is required
• Excellent project delivery and design management skills
• Able to accurately assess project status, anticipate problems and make a plan to manage the unexpected in a controlled manner
• Communicate project information in a clear, complete and explicit manner up and down the organization with clients, studio/office leaders, team members and other project stakeholders
• Confident, assertive communicator who has the courage to challenge others, and initiate and drive ideas and solutions forward
• Able to manage and optimize time to ensure projects are executed efficiently and on schedule
• Able to prioritize and delegate tasks effectively to the appropriate team member
• Experience with Bluebeam Revu, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and MS Office
• Working knowledge of building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; Portfolios will ideally include at least one project (especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification) with this particular focus
• Registered architect, or near completion of exams, PMP, and/or LEED AP are preferred

Tech Stack

• PMP

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Wellness programs
• Flex spending
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• 401k
• Profit sharing
• Employee stock ownership
• Twice annual bonus opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement for certain eligible programs or classes