Architectural Project Manager - Manufacturing/Industrial

Colliers Engineering & Design • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design, is seeking an Architectural Project Manager to join its Client Programs Market team in Phoenix, Arizona. The role supports global and national building programs and provides project and client leadership through all phases of design and delivery.

The Architectural Project Manager leads project teams through contract management, design, documentation, permitting, construction administration, and closeout. The position manages project schedules, staffing plans, financial performance, quality, and resources; serves as the main point of contact for project-related communications; and builds strong client relationships while upholding MG2’s design standards. People-management duties include regular individual check-ins and performance reviews for team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture or a related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in a professional architecture or design firm.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams through all phases of milestone-based project delivery.
• Basic knowledge of architectural contracts and contract execution procedures.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a licensed professional is preferred.
• Expertise using collaboration software such as Bluebeam, Miro, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage project teams through all phases of project work, ensuring deliverables align with the contract, schedule, budget, and MG2 quality standards.
• Ensure required contracts are in place before execution of contract deliverables.
• Create and maintain milestone-based project schedules and staffing workplans.
• Create and maintain detailed Project Charters, including comprehensive QA/QC plans.
• Assist with project proposals and RFP responses as requested.
• Monitor project financial status and conduct intermediate financial reviews with Team Leads or the Principal-in-Charge.
• Review monthly project invoicing and consultant billing.
• Prepare and distribute weekly project updates covering contract deliverables, financial updates, contracts, and permitting reports.
• Lead or direct internal and external project team meetings.
• Participate in quality-control procedures, including reviewing externally distributed project deliverables.
• Oversee Construction Administration team activities, including weekly RFI and submittal log reviews and attendance at project OAC meetings.
• Review site visit reports and punch lists before issuance.
• Host internal and external project debrief meetings after construction to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Initiate and complete project closeout in accordance with contractual obligations.
• Manage internal and external resources to support consistent quality and project profitability.
• Manage team-member performance and provide accurate, relevant feedback.
• Conduct monthly one-on-one check-ins with internal team members (people managers only).
• Conduct mid-year and year-end performance reviews (people managers only).

Benefits

• Employer-provided employee healthcare plan and reduced-cost premium plans.
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Seven paid holidays and three floating holidays.
• Employer-sponsored Family Planning Program.
• Employer-paid parental leave.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee Wellness and Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) program with eligible company matching after a waiting period.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior