Description:
- Demonstrates mastery of project scope, profitability, schedule, and budget. Completes projects on schedule, within budget, and with maximum client satisfaction.
- Negotiates critical issues with architects, engineers, and officials of other organizations and firms in collaboration with Principals
- Utilizes past experience and technical knowledge to monitor the quality of the construction documents keeping in mind schedules/budgets and provides coaching/ communication as appropriate with team leaders and/or team members who are responsible for work flow/timelines, etc.
- Develops cost and work-hour budgets for each project and monitors project costs and completion status against budget schedules/timelines
- Oversees all correspondence and pertinent documents, making sure they are accurate. Signs or obtains signatures and seeks legal counsel as appropriate.
- Coordinates review and evaluation of contractor bids and works with the Principal so that award recommendations can be submitted to owner
- Collaborates with Practice Group Leaders as requested in the marketing of projects including supplying project data, development of proposals, and participation in client interviews.
- Demonstrates superior technical skills, dedication, and ownership of work.
- Advise on firm standards (RUG / Technical / Templates / Specs).
- Perform ongoing studies for process improvement.
- Build on industry network, potentially through trade organizations, local events, speaking or conferences where applicable.
- Participate in and contribute to performance reviews where applicable
- Serve as a regular point of contact with client
- Provide daily team management and oversight
- Work with external consultants, contractors, product reps, and fabricators
- Interface and coordinate with other disciplines
- Mentor team members with less experience
- Develop knowledge of Ballinger’s project types: health care, academic/lab/research, corporate/workspace
- Participate in internal committees where applicable
- Travel as project requirements dictate for surveys and field/site visits during construction
Technical/Professional Skills
- Demonstrates success in all phases of major new construction, renovation, and interior fit-out projects
- Project architect, project management, client management, and external communication skill sets
- Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, combined with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Experience with public speaking, pursuits, and firm or project marketing
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications
- Proficiency in project management software
- Presentation skills to effectively communicate design ideas
- Attention to detail
- Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills
Requirements
As an Architectural Senior Project Manager, you must possess superb communication, budgeting, and client management skills. Additional requirements for this position include:
- BS or BA degree in Architecture or equivalent.
- Architectural registration is required.
- 15 years of industry experience