Architectural Project Manager - Food & Beverage

Colliers Engineering & Design•New York, NY

7d•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 involves designing and delivering fast-moving retail and Food & Beverage projects that respond to evolving user needs and lifestyles. The Architectural Project Manager leads project teams through all phases of execution, including contract management, design, documentation, permitting, and construction administration. The role manages project schedules, staffing, resources, and financial performance; supports quality and contract compliance; and serves as the primary contact for project-related communications. It also involves building strong client relationships and upholding MG2’s design and service standards. The position includes ongoing oversight of team performance and project closeout. People-management responsibilities, including monthly one-on-one check-ins and mid-year and year-end reviews, apply to people managers only. Compensation is $90,000 to $125,000 per year, depending on qualifications.

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, verbal instructions, and interactions.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Manage project teams through all project phases, ensuring deliverables align with the contract, meet schedule and budget requirements, and satisfy MG2 quality standards.
Ensure required contracts are in place before contract deliverables begin.
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 finances 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, finances, contracts, and permitting.
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 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 and complete project closeout in accordance with contractual obligations following substantial completion.
Manage internal and external resources to ensure consistent quality and project profitability.
Manage team-member performance and provide accurate, relevant feedback.
For people managers only: conduct monthly one-on-one check-ins with internal team members and mid-year and year-end performance reviews.

Benefits

Employer-provided employee healthcare plan and reduced-cost premium plans.
Life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Paid time off.
7 paid holidays and 3 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 eligible company matching after a waiting period.
Monthly employee recognition, happy hours, summer events, and an end-of-year holiday party.