Architectural Project Manager

SERA Architects Inc•Portland, OR

10h

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 project resources, internal and external communication, schedules, and budgets, and works with owners while directing employees and consultants to ensure work is completed as planned, within budget and schedule, and in accordance with design intent and contract deliverables. With guidance from a PIC or Senior Project Manager, the role assists in coordinating project teams, defining project goals, planning staffing, developing scopes and proposals, negotiating consultant scopes and fees, monitoring project financials, and maintaining office standards. The project manager develops the skills to independently lead smaller, less complex projects over time. The position also supports construction administration, client and consultant relationships, business development, internal processes, and the firm's professional and ethical commitments. Travel to project sites, jurisdictions, and client meetings, including overnight travel, may be needed.

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 and escalate issues 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 and supplier appropriateness.

Nice To Haves

Architectural license is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in supervising, coordinating, planning, and reviewing project-team work under the direction of a PIC or Senior Project Manager, progressing toward independently leading smaller projects.
Support the formation of internal project teams with skills and interests suited to project needs.
Help define project goals and objectives with clients and project teams; independently define goals and objectives for smaller projects as experience develops.
Assist with contract preparation and contract negotiations.
Help prioritize project goals, scope, and tasks to meet client needs, escalating conflicts as needed.
Support project staffing plans and communicate staffing needs.
Assist in developing project scopes, fees, and proposals under supervision, progressing toward independent development for smaller projects.
Support negotiation of consultant scope, schedule, and fees.
Support selected marketing and business-development opportunities as appropriate.
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 issues for resolution as needed.
Develop understanding of project metrics, including utilization, adherence to technical standards, efficiency improvement, and project 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 develop specialized knowledge.
Support monitoring of construction administration during construction.
Develop positive relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and jurisdictional or approval agencies.
Travel to project sites, jurisdictions, and client meetings, including overnight travel as needed.
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.