Architectural Project Manager - Food & Beverage

Colliers Engineering & Design•New York, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design, is seeking an Architectural Project Manager to join its Consumer Experiences (CX) Market team in the New York, NY office. The role leads project teams through all phases of architectural project execution, including contract management, design, documentation, permitting, and construction administration. The manager oversees project schedules, staffing plans, budgets, financial performance, quality, and contractual deliverables while serving as the primary point of contact for project-related client communication. Projects include fast-moving retail and Food & Beverage work designed to anticipate evolving user needs and lifestyles. The position is responsible for managing internal and external resources, maintaining strong client relationships, and upholding MG2’s standards for design excellence. 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.
Demonstrated expertise using collaboration software such as Bluebeam, Miro, and Teams.
Ability to read, write, and understand English for job-related written communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Nice To Haves

Programmatic or rollout Food & Beverage experience.
Certification as a licensed professional.

Responsibilities

Manage project teams through all phases of project execution and ensure deliverables meet contractual requirements, 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 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 deliverables, finances, contracts, and permitting.
Lead or direct internal and external project team meetings.
Participate in quality-control procedures, including review of externally distributed project deliverables.
Oversee Construction Administration activities, including weekly reviews of RFI and submittal logs 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 project close-out after substantial completion and finalize it in alignment 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.
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.
Participation in a 401(k) program with an eligible company match after a waiting period.