Project Manager - Commercial Architecture

Colliers Engineering & Design • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Project Manager - Commercial Architecture to join its Buildings Engineering Services team in Houston, Texas. The role assists with the technical and administrative direction and supervision of projects, maintaining regular client communication to help ensure work is completed in accordance with the contract.

The team partners with clients throughout the design process and provides services from preliminary planning and feasibility studies through final design and construction inspection for new build-outs, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects. Its markets include commercial development, warehousing, pre-K–12 and higher education, science and technology, municipal and public works agencies, offices and corporate facilities, and retail and food. The in-house team includes architects, interior designers, engineers, and planners, and provides services such as MEP design, programming, corporate branding, standards integration, workstation specification, facilities and construction management support, energy solutions, and LEED certification.

Requirements

• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Architecture, or equivalent work experience as required to maintain licensed architect status.
• 8–10+ years of experience as an architect.
• Licensure in the state of Texas.
• Previous use and understanding of AutoCAD and Revit design software; ability to produce preliminary and schematic designs in AutoCAD at a minimum.
• Strong communication skills.
• Willingness to mentor team members in technical and professional skills.
• Ability to collaborate closely with managers and leadership, clients, and in-house and outside consultants.
• Client-facing experience.
• Ability to work primarily independently.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to client sites and meetings.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for job-related written communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Nice To Haves

• Revit design software experience is desired.
• Previous business development and project management experience, preferably in planning and executing design and construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing effective work plans and labor budgets for supervisor approval.
• Monitor project schedules and capital cost budgets to satisfy clients.
• Oversee the work and productivity of assigned projects.
• Work toward predetermined goals for profit, productivity, and delivery schedules.
• Participate in or lead team meetings and ensure project review and approval procedures are followed before completed work is submitted.
• Negotiate client scope changes related to project budgets and schedules, subject to supervisor approval.
• Ensure project work complies with designated QA/QC standards, systems, and procedures.
• Coordinate and communicate with project employees to support high utilization rates, including through project team meetings.
• Review monthly labor and cost reports to check that projects are meeting established goals.
• Assist in mentoring junior staff in technical and business practices and corporate objectives.
• Assist with preparation for public hearings, meetings, and other project presentations.
• Work with the Billing Department to authorize and send client bills, and follow up with clients for timely payment.
• Follow the Health and Safety program and applicable SOPs.
• May oversee assigned staff, including reviewing and approving timesheets, conducting performance evaluations, and providing daily supervision.

Benefits

• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid pregnancy disability leave.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Company-matched 401(k)/Roth.
• Paid time off, including parental and military leave.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Professional license bonuses.
• Education reimbursement.
• Free in-house access to hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses.
• Mentorship program.
• Wellness program.
• Women’s Organization.
• Ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
• Safe and comfortable work environment.
• Potential for career advancement and opportunities to impact society through projects and company-sponsored activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior