Associate, Project Management

MKThink•Honolulu, HI

50d•Hybrid

About The Position

MKThink is a future-forward design firm grounded in spatial intelligence and dedicated to “build less, solve more.” Our data-informed solutions improve human performance at less operational, environmental, and capital costs than conventional approaches. Founded in 2000, MKThink practices from the Pacific Edge of San Francisco to the Oceanic Edge of O’ahu. At MKThink, we believe that we can play a role in helping create a better and more sustainable future by creating intelligent spaces that improve the quality of life. Our greatest resource is our staff and their ability to contribute fully as teammates and individuals. We bring together thinkers from various disciplines to solve problems at the nexus of architecture, culture, and the environment. Our people have the interdisciplinary skills to contribute to this mission within and across the domains of architecture, strategies, and innovation. We seek a smart, enthusiastic, intellectually curious, responsible, and committed individual to support our project management work at MKThink. This person will work on assignments for various workplaces, school districts, university systems, civic, or other institutional clients. This position is full-time, with full benefits, and based in our Honolulu office. Position is hybrid. If you are interested in either a career track in architectural project management or design business administration, this might be the job for you!

Requirements

Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Persistence and ability to manage up
Creative problem solving skills
High level of proficiency in Excel
Proficiency with Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
Proficiency with the Adobe Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat)
Experience working with and coordinating experts and clients
Ability to pivot and learn new software quickly
Self-awareness and the ability to analyze past performance and drive self-improvement
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and ask for help when needed
Flexibility in collaborating with project teams and clients
Ability to receive and clarify feedback and adjust accordingly
Kindness and support of colleagues
Demonstrated interest in at least one of the following: The relationship between architecture, the natural environment, and culture; The psychology behind human behavior in the built environment; The impact of built environment solutions on community strength, human health, environmental resiliency, or learning outcomes
A Bachelor's degree in business, communications, marketing, information science, architecture, interior architecture, or a minor in mathematics with 4 years of experience OR an advanced degree with two years of experience

Nice To Haves

Fluency with architectural design tools
A degree in a design discipline
CAPM certification
Experience in a consulting, planning, or architectural design environment
Experience in a small business environment

Responsibilities

Maintain project and project reporting schedule
Ensure deliverables are completed and submitted on time
Manage client correspondence satisfaction
Attend meetings with Project Executive
Identify and communicate potential changes and risks to budget and schedule
Support in development of work plans and proposals for new projects or scope
Support of marketing team
File and folder management
Support the account executive and project manager in project planning, including establishing and tracking scope, schedule, and budget
Research and prepare materials in support of business development
Participate in ongoing training
Perform other related duties as assigned