Sr Project Manager (Science & Technology) - (San Francisco & Seattle)
About The Position
HOK is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Science & Technology projects. In partnership with the Senior Project Architect and Senior Project Designer, this role is accountable for project financial performance and team communication. The Senior Project Manager manages multiple projects through all phases to completion and directs employees and consultants to ensure work is completed as planned, budgeted, scheduled, and in conformance with design intent. The position leads project teams, contributes to project scope and fee development, manages client and consultant relationships, monitors project budgets and schedules, and oversees construction administration. It also supports regional business development and provides staff leadership, coaching, and mentoring. The role incorporates integrated sustainable design solutions and promotes sustainable workplace practices. The position is based in San Francisco or Seattle and offers a hybrid work environment, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture, or equivalent education or experience.
- 10 years of experience in architectural practice.
- Prior management experience across all project phases through post-occupancy.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree.
- Current regional Architect registration, if licensure is offered in the region.
- NCARB registration.
- LEED accreditation or Green Associate credential.
Responsibilities
- Foster collaborative working relationships with the Project Leadership Team and lead or participate in multiple project teams.
- Assist senior management with developing and validating project scope, fees, budgets, and services during marketing and contract development.
- Assist with project presentations and participate in or lead client presentations.
- Communicate project information promptly and completely to clients and project teams.
- Manage projects using Deltek Project Management, including work plans, team assignments, budgets, consultants, schedules, fees, costs, and project change notices.
- Assist with preparing and executing consultant contracts and negotiating fees and contracts.
- Ensure project budgets include resources for the Quality Management Program throughout the project.
- Incorporate Integrated Sustainable Design solutions and foster a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
- Promote a culture of internal and external client service.
- Coordinate with Project Architects to avoid or resolve schedule conflicts caused by changes across projects.
- Plan, organize, and manage projects; provide ongoing updates through team meetings, minutes, and memos.
- Coordinate with consultants, contractors, sub-consultants, and other disciplines.
- 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 coordinate or negotiate critical issues with key project individuals.
- Consult with clients on functional and spatial requirements and prepare information about 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 Regional Practice’s annual business plan.
- Identify new business opportunities, develop current client relationships, and participate in selected marketing and business development opportunities.
- Assist with developing fee proposals for marketing proposals.
- Coach and mentor staff and support professional development.
- Define project staffing needs and recommend staff promotions or terminations to senior management; may participate in interviews and recruiting professional staff.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) savings plan with matching contributions.
- Disability, life, and accident insurance; life and AD&D coverage; and short- and long-term disability benefits.
- Paid time off, including a minimum of four weeks with a cash-out option.
- 10 paid holidays, including two floating holidays.
- Paid parental leave of four weeks.
- Fertility coverage.
- Free mental wellness resources.
- Flexible work schedule with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.
- Financial support and study preparation for licensure exams.
- CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships.
- Discretionary bonus may be available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
