Project Manager, Public & Institutional at Leo A Daly in Minneapolis, MN | USD95,000-145,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

qa/qc review

risk management

scheduling

progress tracking

client relations

scope definition

Communicates relevant information with the project team
Fosters positive relations with clients, subcontractors, and contractors
Provides feedback to the Director of Operations regarding performance and work quality of project teammates
Maintains frequent contact with the client
Resolves project related disputes in a prompt, professional manner
Ensures all project deliverables go through a detailed technical QA/QC review
Identifies project related risks and proactively plans for their mitigation
Coordinates with the project team discipline leaders regarding fee preparation
Monitors the collection of fees from clients.
Establishes project scope with the client and attends client meetings and communicates with clients, consultants, contractors, and others during various stages of project development
Develops schedules and project plans
Prepares fee proposals
Monitors subconsultant work progress against contract
Leads project kick off and regular project team meetings
Prepares and negotiates client and subcontractor contracts
Monitors the project team’s progress against plan
Coordinates project billing with the accounting department
Identifies changes in scope to prepare and coordinate requests for additional services

Requirements

leadership

project management

10+ years

civic experience

architecture degree

client management

Strong leadership, problem solving, and decision-making skills
10 + years of project management experience
7+ years civic, cultural, libraries and education project experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Interior Design from an accredited college or university
Ability to work collaboratively with individuals throughout the organization with a strong team-oriented approach
Exceptional client management, customer service orientation, writing and presentation skills
Excellent time management and organization skills with the ability to become involved in and remain current on issues relating to a number of concurrent projects in various stages

Benefits

Company paid life insurance
Accident and Critical Illness
HSA + FSA options
Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
Short-term and Long-term disability options

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

100+ Years

Years of Expertise

Established a legacy of innovative design and community transformation over a century.

Provides interdisciplinary expertise in architecture, engineering, and planning, becoming a trusted partner in shaping the built environment.
Operates across sectors such as healthcare, education, and government, enhancing how people live and work.
Notable projects include state-of-the-art hospitals, sustainable educational campuses, and landmark government buildings.
Uses a collaborative approach to create functional and inspiring solutions for clients.

Culture + Values

10-15 days off

Average Paid Time Off

Employees receive an average of 10-15 paid days off annually, fostering work-life balance.

We are a diverse collection of inventive problem solvers united by a passion for great design.
We own the impact of our work, socially, economically, and environmentally.
At Leo A Daly we strive to have an inclusive work culture and for everyone to feel valued and respected on the team.
Collaborative design culture delivering innovative, thoughtful and sustainable solutions.

Environment + Sustainability

2030 Target

Carbon-Neutral Buildings

A commitment to achieving carbon-neutral buildings by 2030 as a signatory to the AIA 2030 Commitment.

2050 Commitment

Net Zero Embodied Carbon

A pledge to achieve net zero embodied carbon by 2050 as a signatory to the Structural Engineers 2050 Commitment.

2030 & 2040 Targets

Operational and Embodied Carbon

Commitments to achieve operational net zero by 2030 and embodied carbon net zero by 2040 as part of the AIA Materials Pledge and MEP 2040 Commitment.

2025 Plan

Sustainability Action Plan

A comprehensive 2025 Sustainability Action Plan featuring five guiding principles, including high-performance design and decarbonization.

Every design begins with energy-performance benchmarking
Data-driven carbon reduction strategies across embodied, operational, transportation emissions
Dedicated Sustainability Steering Committee with leadership from National Director of Engineering and firm President

Inclusion & Diversity

42% Women

Workforce Representation

Percentage of women in the workforce, reflecting a commitment to gender diversity.

4 Years

Average Employee Tenure

Average length of time employees remain with the company, showcasing retention efforts.

Firm‑wide training and self‑education on equity, diversity and inclusion
Community outreach, supplier diversity, internships, recruitment/retention efforts targeting under‑represented populations
Volunteering and environmental/social impact assessment of work
Accountability via measured behaviors and reporting of outcomes

Articles

Projects

Careers

Contact

Role

Description

qa/qc review

risk management

scheduling

progress tracking

client relations

scope definition

Communicates relevant information with the project team
Fosters positive relations with clients, subcontractors, and contractors
Provides feedback to the Director of Operations regarding performance and work quality of project teammates
Maintains frequent contact with the client
Resolves project related disputes in a prompt, professional manner
Ensures all project deliverables go through a detailed technical QA/QC review
Identifies project related risks and proactively plans for their mitigation
Coordinates with the project team discipline leaders regarding fee preparation
Monitors the collection of fees from clients.
Establishes project scope with the client and attends client meetings and communicates with clients, consultants, contractors, and others during various stages of project development
Develops schedules and project plans
Prepares fee proposals
Monitors subconsultant work progress against contract
Leads project kick off and regular project team meetings
Prepares and negotiates client and subcontractor contracts
Monitors the project team’s progress against plan
Coordinates project billing with the accounting department
Identifies changes in scope to prepare and coordinate requests for additional services

Requirements

leadership

project management

10+ years

civic experience

architecture degree

client management

Strong leadership, problem solving, and decision-making skills
10 + years of project management experience
7+ years civic, cultural, libraries and education project experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Interior Design from an accredited college or university
Ability to work collaboratively with individuals throughout the organization with a strong team-oriented approach
Exceptional client management, customer service orientation, writing and presentation skills
Excellent time management and organization skills with the ability to become involved in and remain current on issues relating to a number of concurrent projects in various stages

Benefits

Company paid life insurance
Accident and Critical Illness
HSA + FSA options
Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
Short-term and Long-term disability options

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

100+ Years

Years of Expertise

Established a legacy of innovative design and community transformation over a century.

Provides interdisciplinary expertise in architecture, engineering, and planning, becoming a trusted partner in shaping the built environment.
Operates across sectors such as healthcare, education, and government, enhancing how people live and work.
Notable projects include state-of-the-art hospitals, sustainable educational campuses, and landmark government buildings.
Uses a collaborative approach to create functional and inspiring solutions for clients.

Culture + Values

10-15 days off

Average Paid Time Off

Employees receive an average of 10-15 paid days off annually, fostering work-life balance.

We are a diverse collection of inventive problem solvers united by a passion for great design.
We own the impact of our work, socially, economically, and environmentally.
At Leo A Daly we strive to have an inclusive work culture and for everyone to feel valued and respected on the team.
Collaborative design culture delivering innovative, thoughtful and sustainable solutions.

Environment + Sustainability

2030 Target

Carbon-Neutral Buildings

A commitment to achieving carbon-neutral buildings by 2030 as a signatory to the AIA 2030 Commitment.

2050 Commitment

Net Zero Embodied Carbon

A pledge to achieve net zero embodied carbon by 2050 as a signatory to the Structural Engineers 2050 Commitment.

2030 & 2040 Targets

Operational and Embodied Carbon

Commitments to achieve operational net zero by 2030 and embodied carbon net zero by 2040 as part of the AIA Materials Pledge and MEP 2040 Commitment.

2025 Plan

Sustainability Action Plan

A comprehensive 2025 Sustainability Action Plan featuring five guiding principles, including high-performance design and decarbonization.

Every design begins with energy-performance benchmarking
Data-driven carbon reduction strategies across embodied, operational, transportation emissions
Dedicated Sustainability Steering Committee with leadership from National Director of Engineering and firm President

Inclusion & Diversity

42% Women

Workforce Representation

Percentage of women in the workforce, reflecting a commitment to gender diversity.

4 Years

Average Employee Tenure

Average length of time employees remain with the company, showcasing retention efforts.

Firm‑wide training and self‑education on equity, diversity and inclusion
Community outreach, supplier diversity, internships, recruitment/retention efforts targeting under‑represented populations
Volunteering and environmental/social impact assessment of work
Accountability via measured behaviors and reporting of outcomes

Articles

Projects

Careers

Contact