Project Manager (Science & Technology) - (San Francisco & Seattle)

HOK Human Resources•Seattle, WA

93d•$120,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager is accountable for project financial performance and team communication in partnership with the Project Architect and Project Designer. The role manages one or more projects through all phases until completion, directing employees and consultants at all levels to ensure work is completed as planned, budgeted, scheduled, and in conformance with design intent. The Project Manager leads project teams, supports project scoping and fee development, manages project plans and budgets, and maintains communication with clients, consultants, contractors, and project teams. The role also supports business development and staff development, monitors construction administration, and incorporates sustainable design solutions and practices into projects. Travel and overtime may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in architecture or equivalent education or experience.
Five years of experience in architectural practice, with management experience across all project phases through post-occupancy.
Ability to manage projects through completion, including schedule, budget, team communication, and coordination with clients and consultants.
Travel may be required.
Overtime may be required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Licensed Architect with current registration in the relevant region, if licensure is offered there.
NCARB registration.
LEED accreditation or Green Associate credential.
Science & Technology experience.

Responsibilities

Foster and maintain collaborative professional relationships with the Project Leadership Team.
Participate in and/or lead multiple project teams as Project Manager.
Assist senior management in developing and validating project scope, fee, budget, and scope of services during marketing and contract development.
Assist in preparing project presentations and may participate in or lead client presentations.
Provide complete and timely project communication to and from clients and the project team.
Manage projects using Deltek Project Management, including work plans, team members, budgets, consultants, schedules, fees, costs, and project change notices.
Assist senior management with preparing and executing consultant contracts and with negotiating fees and contracts.
Ensure project budgets support the Quality Management Program throughout the project.
Incorporate Integrated Sustainable Design solutions and foster sustainable workplace practices.
Promote strong external and internal client service.
Work with the Project Architect to prevent or resolve schedule conflicts resulting from changes across projects.
Plan, organize, and manage projects; communicate with project teams through meetings, minutes, and update memos.
Coordinate with consultants, contractors, sub-consultants, and other disciplines to ensure effective communication.
Monitor construction administration during the construction phase.
Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients and consultants.
Maintain client relationships, provide regular project progress updates, and contact key project individuals to clarify, coordinate, and negotiate critical issues.
Consult with clients about functional and spatial requirements and prepare information on design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time.
Plan project layouts and integrate engineering elements into unified designs for client review and approval.
Participate in developing the business unit’s annual business plan.
Identify new business opportunities and cultivate current client relationships; seek out potential and emerging projects.
Participate in selected marketing and business development opportunities.
Assist in developing fee proposals for marketing proposals.
Provide leadership, professional development coaching, and mentoring to staff.
Define project staff requirements as needed or directed and recommend project team and Architecture discipline staff promotions or terminations to senior management.
May participate in professional staff interviews and recruiting.