Civic & Justice Project Manager

Project Manager

We are currently seeking a Project Manager with a background in Justice, Civic, or Public sector projects to join our dynamic team in Dallas. This role requires the ability to work with and manage financial aspects of projects. As a Project Manager, in partnership with the Project Architect and Project Designer, you are accountable for project financial performance and team communication. You will manage multiple projects during all phases until completion, and direct 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.

Application must include resume and portfolio if you have one.

Responsibilities

Leadership

• Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the Project Leadership Team.
• Participates on and/or leads multiple project teams as Project Manager.
• Assists senior management in developing and validating project scope and fee, budget, and scope of services during the marketing and contract development process.
• Assists in preparing project presentations. May participate and/or lead client presentations.
• Consistently provides complete and timely communication of project information to and from clients and project team.
• Responsible for managing project using the Deltek Project Management system (training will be provided); completes work plans in Deltek; including identification of project team members, budget, consultants, schedule for completion, fees and costs as well as project change notices or other actions taking place on the assigned project.
• Assists in the preparation and execution of consultant contracts.
• Assists with negotiating fees and contracts.
• Ensures that budgets have been developed to provide for the Quality Management Program through the life of the Project.
• Works with the Sustainable Design team to incorporate Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
• Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.

Management

• Works with Project Architect to avoid or eliminate conflicts in schedule due to the changes in various projects.
• Plans, organizes and manages projects. Provides on-going communication through team meetings/minutes/up-date memos to project team.
• Communicates with consultants, contractors, sub-consultants, and other disciplines to ensure effective communication.
• Monitors construction administration during the construction phase.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with clients and consultants.

Client Interface

• Responsible for maintaining client relationships throughout projects. Keeps client apprised of project progress on regular basis. Initiates and maintains contact with other key project individuals for clarification, coordination, and negotiation of critical issues.
• Consults with client to determine function and spatial requirements and prepares information regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time. Plans layouts of projects and integrates engineering elements into unified design for client review and approval.

Business Development

• Assists in developing annual business plan for the business unit.
• Identifies new business opportunities while developing current client relationships. Listens for and seek out new projects which may exist or are being formulated.
• Participates in selected marketing and business development opportunities.
• Assists in development of fee proposals for marketing proposals.

Staff Development

• Provides leadership including professional development coaching and mentoring staff.
• Defines staff requirements for projects as needed or directed. Makes recommendations to senior management for staff promotions/terminations for project team and Architecture discipline. May participate in interviews and recruiting of professional staff.

Required Skills

• Ability to effectively work in a team atmosphere. Ability to be flexible in multi-tasking and assignment adjustments.
• Able to demonstrate proven and effective communication and leadership skills.
• Strong knowledge of design, trends, construction methodology, material application, and manufacturer-suppliers.
• Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems.
• Thorough understanding of project work plans, schedules, staffing, and budgets.
• Through knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and different construction delivery methods.
• Advanced knowledge of sustainability, integrated design, and LEED guidelines.
• Ability to manage multiple projects of a complex scope.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Architectural Desktop.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency in Revit.
• Proficiency in Deltek Vantagepoint or other architectural project management software.
• Strong ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively manage team.
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or equivalent in education or experience required. Master's degree preferred.
• PMP Certification preferred.
• At least 10 years' management experience in all phases of projects through post-occupancy.
• Significant experience managing Justice, Civic, or Public projects.
• Licensed Architect with current registration in your region preferred.
• NCARB registration preferred.
• LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.

Other

• Travel may be required.