Architectural Project Manager - Manufacturing/Industrial

Colliers Engineering & Design•Irvine, CA

About The Position

MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design, is seeking an Architectural Project Manager to join its Client Programs Market team in Irvine, California. The role supports global and national building programs, with an emphasis on project and client leadership throughout design and delivery. 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 plans, and financial performance; ensures deliverables meet contractual requirements, schedules, budgets, and MG2 quality standards; and serves as the primary contact for project-related communications. The position also builds client relationships and supports design excellence. This position includes management of internal and external resources and, for people managers, regular team check-ins and performance reviews. Compensation is $80,000 to $110,000 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

Professional licensure is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage project teams through all phases of project work and ensure deliverables align with the contract, schedule, budget, 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 to stakeholders, covering contract deliverables, financial updates, 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 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, focusing on continuous improvement in service and results.
Initiate project closeout after substantial completion and finalize it in accordance with contractual obligations.
Manage internal and external resources to support consistent quality and project profitability.
Continuously 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).