Architectural Project Manager

SERA Architects•San Francisco Area, CA

19h

About The Position

The Architectural Project Manager organizes and leads relatively smaller projects in terms of complexity and scope, with oversight from a Principal-in-Charge (PIC). The role manages resources, internal and external communication, schedules, and budgets, and works with owners while directing employees and consultants at all levels to ensure work is completed as planned, budgeted, and scheduled, and conforms to design intent and contract deliverables. Under the direction of a PIC or Senior Project Manager, the role supports project planning and team coordination and develops toward independently leading smaller, less complex projects. It contributes to project goals, staffing, scope, fees, proposals, consultant coordination, financial tracking, design and technical decisions, and adherence to office standards. The position also supports construction administration, client and industry relationships, firm processes, and collaborative team culture. SERA Architects Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited program.
Generally 4–7 years of experience.
Developing knowledge of accounting and project management software.
Knowledge of OSSC/ADAAG and ability to apply code requirements with guidance.
Knowledge of drawing and production software, including its capabilities, requirements, and impact on project documentation strategy.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and graphically.
Ability to prioritize and evaluate multiple tasks with support.
Developing critical thinking, professional judgment, and decision-making skills to evaluate alternatives and identify solutions, seeking senior-staff guidance for complex or high-stakes decisions.
Developing leadership skills to help motivate and guide teams and projects toward desired outcomes.
Developing skills to help resolve project-team conflicts, escalating as needed.
Developing ability to support negotiation and advocacy with team members, consultants, clients, and jurisdictions for the benefit of SERA and the project.
Growing knowledge of design, construction systems, sustainability, project delivery methodologies, material application, and manufacturer/supplier appropriateness.

Nice To Haves

Architectural license preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in supervising, coordinating, planning, and reviewing project-team work on assigned tasks under a PIC or Senior Project Manager.
Progress toward independently leading smaller, less complex projects.
Support the formation of internal project teams based on project needs, skills, and interests.
Help define project goals and objectives with clients and project teams; independently define them for smaller projects as experience develops.
Assist with contract preparation and contract negotiations.
Help prioritize goals, scope, and tasks to meet client needs, escalating conflicts as needed.
Support project staff planning and communicate staffing needs.
Assist in developing and articulating project scope, fees, and proposals; progress toward independently developing these for smaller projects.
Support negotiation of consultant scope, schedule, and fees.
Support selected marketing and business development opportunities.
Work with accounting on routine project financials, including project setup, invoicing support, and accurate project data in accounting systems.
Contribute to team morale and a collaborative internal and external team environment.
Identify staff skills and interests and provide input to the PIC and Studio Leader.
Work with a PIC or Senior Project Manager to carry out project goals through design, technical, and cost decisions.
Support adherence to office standards for design, documentation, technical performance, Revit, and graphics.
Track changes in scope, schedule, and fee, escalating them for resolution as needed.
Develop understanding of project metrics, including utilization, adherence to technical standards, efficiency improvement, and profitability.
May participate in employee reviews for team members in a supporting capacity.
Participate in updates to firm standards, processes, and project delivery.
Engage with industry groups to begin developing specialized knowledge.
Support monitoring construction administration during construction.
Develop positive relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and jurisdictional or approval agencies.
Model the firm’s values and commitments, including professionalism, collaboration, and ethical behavior.
Respect and reinforce firm policies and processes.
Perform other duties as assigned.