Project Manager II

Description

• Attend and lead stakeholder and owner-architect-contractor meetings, contributing to agendas, minutes, and follow-up/action items.
• Coordinate with and serve as a primary advocate for the internal project team as well as consultants and contractors to ensure project progression.
• Manage communication during the bid phase and support negotiations as needed.
• Build and nurture client relationships; serve as a primary point of contact and trusted advisor to the client. Ensure client satisfaction and trust is maintained throughout all stages of a project.
• Estimate scope of work and prepare detailed project proposals for clients.
• Develop and manage project schedules and assist with resource allocation through utilization of Vantagepoint, enhancing knowledge to create work breakdown structures, project reviews, planning and resource management.
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, standards, and quality control measures, ensuring that construction complies.
• Assist with contract negotiations, ensuring timely review, compliance, and alignment with company policies and objectives.
• Support new client relationships and business development opportunities by participating in Request for Qualifications (RFQ) creation, client interviews, and associated preparations and presentations.
• Track and manage project expenses. Closely manage project budgets to ensure profitability.
• Monitor project timelines and proactively identify risks and delays. Propose corrective action as needed.
• Partner with the Project Architect to facilitate the QA/QC process. Along with the Project Architect, co-lead the end-of-phase review of all documents.
• Conduct shop drawing reviews and manage requests for information (RFIs), architect’s supplemental instructions (ASIs), change orders (COs), and proposal requests (PRs).
• Coach and support junior staff (Technical Staff I – Project Manager I), providing guidance and fostering a culture of collaboration and professional development in technical skills. Support architectural staff in pursuit of licensure and provide opportunities to earn AXP hours.
• Facilitate communication between the client and project team, addressing feedback and participating in, encouraging, and seeking design input.
• Transition lead responsibility of the project from the Project Architect to the Project Manager as the project transitions from construction documents to bidding & negotiations and construction phase.
• Conduct site visits, providing detailed observation reports, punch lists, and monitoring construction processes to ensure design integrity. Help identify opportunities for other members of the project team to participate in site visits and lead associated coordination efforts.

Requirements

• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated proficiency in projects of average size and complexity, historically ensuring excellence, technical accuracy, and timely delivery.
• Professional degree in Architecture is required.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience leading and managing all phases of architectural project from design through construction.
• Proven ability to build and sustain strong client relationships, ensuring trust and long-term engagement.
• Licensed Architect in the state of Texas is required.
• Seasoned knowledge of building codes, regulations, and construction processes.
• Seasoned knowledge of architecture principles and practices.
• Proficiency in Revit is essential. Experience with Bluebeam and Microsoft Office products is highly preferred.
• Minimum of seven years of architectural experience.
• Developed project-level leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate clients and project teams.
• Understanding of and proficiency in project management methodologies.
• Experience in educational projects is preferred.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance