Architectural Project Manager - Manufacturing/Industrial

Colliers Engineering & Design • Minneapolis, MN

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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 Minneapolis, Minnesota. The role works on global and national building programs, with an emphasis on project and client leadership through all phases of design and delivery.

The Architectural Project Manager leads project teams through contract management, design, documentation, permitting, and construction administration. The role is responsible for project schedules, staffing plans, financial performance, quality control, and coordination of internal and external resources. It also develops and maintains strong client relationships, serves as the main point of contact for project communications, and upholds MG2’s design standards.

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.
• Demonstrated expertise using collaboration software such as Bluebeam, Miro, and Teams.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English to comprehend written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working on manufacturing or industrial project types.
• Certification as a licensed professional.

Responsibilities

• Manage project teams through all project phases, ensuring deliverables align with contracts, schedules, budgets, and MG2 quality standards.
• Ensure required contracts are in place before beginning 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 developing project proposals and responses to requests for proposals.
• Monitor project financial status and complete intermediate financial reviews with Team Leads or the Principal-in-Charge.
• Review monthly project invoices and consultant billing.
• Prepare and distribute weekly project updates covering contract deliverables, financial status, 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 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, identifying opportunities to improve service and results.
• Initiate and complete project close-out procedures in alignment with contractual obligations.
• Manage internal and external resources to maintain consistent quality and project profitability.
• Manage team-member performance and provide 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.
• 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 program and Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) program with eligible company match after a waiting period.

What This Job Offers

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