Architectural Project Manager | Government

Corgan • Washington, DC

1d • $115,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Corgan is seeking an Architectural Project Manager to join its Government team. This in-office role leads architectural projects from pursuit through production and construction administration, managing project scope, fees, schedules, quality, client expectations, and team coordination. The Project Manager provides leadership and mentorship to staff, supports design and technical problem-solving, and coordinates internal staff, consultants, contractors, clients, and other stakeholders to deliver cohesive projects. The position is full-time and on-site at the assigned office Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Potential travel opportunities are noted. The salary range provided applies only to the Washington, DC location.

Requirements

• Degree from an NAAB-accredited program or equivalent.
• Professional registration.
• High commitment to quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC).
• Thorough understanding of how a drawing set is assembled.
• Knowledge of construction and constructability, and ability to apply that knowledge to support project design and budget.
• Ability to research and document codes for specific projects.
• Experience managing a variety of consultants and contractors.
• Effective organizational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Flexible attitude and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience or proficiency managing overall project fees and schedules.
• Ability to coordinate project deliverables and client expectations efficiently.
• Ability to collaborate in a diverse project team environment.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating and leading project teams.
• Confident presentation ability.
• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the country where the position is located; visa sponsorship is unavailable.
• Applications must be submitted through Corgan’s website; design applicants should upload a portfolio.

Nice To Haves

• 10+ years of experience in workplace design is preferred.
• Interest in sustainable design.

Responsibilities

• Develop competitive fee structures reflecting defined scopes of services for project pursuits.
• Establish and manage project schedules and oversee completion on time and within fee budget.
• Anticipate, understand, and manage client expectations and relationships.
• Lead and mentor staff by defining roles and responsibilities, leveraging strengths, providing stretch opportunities, and offering mentorship.
• Encourage dialogue on design and technical ideas and facilitate appropriate solutions.
• Motivate project teams to meet goals through encouragement or course correction.
• Oversee construction-phase procedures and documentation, including shop drawings, submittals, requests for information, and addenda or clarifications.
• Oversee development and presentation of technical solutions to project stakeholders.
• Coordinate internal staff, external consultants, and other stakeholders to create a cohesive project team.
• Attend and conduct presentations.
• Explore and recognize new business opportunities through professional networks.
• Encourage innovation, continuous improvement, and increased project performance in design solutions.
• Develop project directives, outlines, projections, schedules, and strategies throughout the project.
• Oversee development and communication of project phasing.
• Manage project production and delivery of a thorough set of documents.
• Identify solutions and resolve technical challenges.
• Understand and apply industry standards and construction practices.
• Identify, understand, and document regulatory agency requirements, and recognize and resolve code-related design issues.
• Oversee quality assurance processes and quality control of project documents.
• Demonstrate, share, and apply new methodologies, practices, codes, and products.
• Apply appropriate methodologies, practices, codes, and products.
• Provide leadership to staff.
• Coordinate project deliverables and client expectations.

Benefits

• Corgan describes a supportive environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth, skill development, technology use, and communication.
• The company promotes work-life balance by removing obstacles and allowing employees to focus on work and life outside the office.

What This Job Offers

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