Architectural Project manager

About the position

The Architect serves as a steward of public funds and is responsible for managing the full scope of the architectural building process from pre-design through construction completion for county buildings and facilities. This role ensures compliance, mitigates risk, and provides technical assistance for related building construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage architectural project budgets and review cost estimates.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with building projects.
• Oversee and coordinate Architectural/Engineering teams, General Contractors, and other vendors.
• Review plans, specifications, cost estimates, and inspect sites during construction operations.
• Establish preliminary programs and schedules to meet project needs and provide recommendations to the County Engineer regarding project delivery methods.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective coordination.
• Stay informed about industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management, stakeholders, and the public regarding departmental activities, achievements, and challenges.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
• Continuously seek professional development opportunities to enhance leadership skills and industry knowledge.
• Program, design, draft, and write technical specifications for County projects.
• Perform related duties and fulfill responsibilities as directed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in architecture from an accredited college or university.
• Ten (10) years of increasingly responsible experience in managing architectural projects, with substantial experience in construction administration and management.
• Knowledge of architectural principles and practices, particularly in the design and construction of governmental, commercial, and institutional buildings.
• Understanding of building, development, and accessibility codes, as well as principles of sustainable building and facility design.
• Familiarity with construction practices, materials, systems, and the ability to develop cost estimates and schedules for building projects.
• Proficiency in using personal computers and associated software programs.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and knowledge of construction protocols and contract provisions.
• Strong ability to prepare clear and concise reports, both narrative and graphic.
• Excellent communication skills, including making presentations to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, stakeholder groups, public agencies, and the public.
• Strong negotiation abilities with Architectural/Engineering teams, General Contractors, and vendors.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a proven ability to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders, both internal and external, to drive project success and achieve organizational goals.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in architecture from an accredited college or university.
• Twenty (20) years of increasingly responsible experience in managing architectural projects, with substantial experience in construction administration and management.
• Extensive field experience in the design and construction of governmental, commercial, and institutional buildings.
• Proven expertise in budgeting, planning, and financial oversight of building construction projects.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Wellness.
• Professional development opportunity.
• Flexible spending account.
• 457 deferred compensation plans.
• Retirement pension (TCDRS).
• Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).
• Disability and life insurance.
• Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service.
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays and one (1) floating holiday.
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan.
• Healthcare Reimbursement Account.