Project Manager - Commercial Architecture

Colliers Engineering & Design•Houston, TX

About The Position

Colliers Engineering & Design is looking for a Project Manager - Commercial Architecture to join our Buildings Engineering Services team in Houston, TX! You will assist in the technical and administrative direction and supervision of projects through constant communication with the client to ensure that the project is completed in accordance with the contract. Our team of talented and creative architects work closely as trusted partners with our clients throughout the design process to realize a jointly conceived vision. We offer a full range of services from preliminary planning and feasibility studies through final design and construction inspection for both full build-out, renovations and adaptive reuse projects. Our 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. Our in-house team of architects, interior designers, engineers, and planners skillfully balance design constraints with the clients’ needs and desired outcome. This creates collaborative, dynamic and timeless designs. Our professionals also provide mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) design; programming, corporate branding, standards integration, workstation specification, facilities and construction management support, energy solutions, and LEED certification. We take pride in delivering results that are innovative, sustainable and award winning.

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 required.
Previous use and understanding of AutoCAD and Revit design software with the ability to produce preliminary and schematic designs in AutoCAD at a minimum, but Revit is desired.
Strong communication skills required.
Willingness to mentor team members on technical and professional skills.
Ability to work in close collaboration with other managers and leadership, clients, in-house and outside consultants.
Client facing experience.
Ability to work primarily independently.
Willing to travel occasionally to client sites and meetings.
Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Nice To Haves

Previous business development and project management experience preferred in planning and executing design/construction projects.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparation of effective work plans and labor budgets for approval by supervisor.
Monitor time schedules and capital cost budgets on projects to satisfy client.
Oversee the work and productivity on assigned projects.
Strive to achieve predetermined goals for profit, productivity targets, and schedule of deliverables.
Participate in or hold team meetings ensuring procedures governing the review and approval of projects are followed prior to submission of completed work.
Negotiate with clients on any scope changes relative to project budgets and schedules subject to supervisor's approval.
Ensure all project work is performed and completed in accordance with QA/QC standards, systems and procedures as designated for project.
Coordinate and communicate effectively with all employees involved in the project to ensure high utilization rates (i.e. Project team meeting).
Review monthly labor and cost reports to ensure projects are being completed at the pre-established goal.
Assist with mentoring junior staff in learning sound technical and business practices and enhancing corporate objectives.
Assist with the preparation for public hearings, meetings and any other presentations in relation to current projects.
Works efficiently with the Billing Department to authorize and transmit bills to client. Follows up with clients for timely payments.
Adhere to Health and Safety program and all applicable SOPs.
May oversee the activities of assigned staff, including but not limited to timesheet review and approval, performance evaluation and daily supervision.

Benefits

company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
paid pregnancy disability leave
short- and long-term disability insurance
life insurance
a company-matched 401(k)/Roth
paid time off that includes parental and military leave
employee referral and professional license bonuses
reimbursement for education
a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses
mentorship program
wellness program
Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities