Project Manager - Architecture

Westwood Professional Services•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

Project Manager, Architecture - Land Development Westwood Professional Services, Inc. Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking an Architectural Project Manager to join our Land Development team. The Architectural Project Manager plans, directs, and coordinates activities of each designated project to ensure that goals or objectives of the project are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters by performing duties personally or through subordinates. Westwood has a highly experienced and dynamic team of individuals dedicated to providing high-level professional services to our clients.

Requirements

Knowledge of the art and science of designing buildings and structures, styles of design, and methods of construction of buildings and other physical structures
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written communication, specifications and drawings
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals or government regulations
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and other discipline specific software
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
Architectural license in North Carolina and current NCARB record which must be maintained on an ongoing basis
Valid North Carolina drivers license and a satisfactory driving record

Responsibilities

Consults with client to determine project requirements
Conducts site visits and oversees production of as-builts and record drawings
Layout of project and integrating engineering elements into unified design for client review and approval
Prepares scale drawings and contract documents for building contractors
Prepares and files project documentation and transmittals
Administers construction contracts and periodic on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with plans.
Performs shop drawing review
Prepares and reviews project proposal or plan to understand contracted time frame, fees, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of the project
Establishes work plan and staffing for each phase of project, and arranges for assignment of personnel
Directs and coordinates activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget
Reviews status reports prepared by project personnel and modifies schedules or plans as required
Confers with project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems
Coordinates project activities with client, contractor and government regulatory agencies
Understands and promotes site safety requirements for construction sites