Architectural Project Manager

Spiezle Architectural Group, Inc.; Hamilton (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in New Jersey is seeking a talented and results-driven Educational Project Manager. This role offers the opportunity to lead project teams on various educational projects while promoting employee ownership and professional development. Candidates should possess an architectural degree and at least 8 years of project management experience, focusing on creating responsive learning environments.

Benefits

Employee stock ownership

Competitive pay and bonuses

Flexible work Fridays

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Subsidized AIA membership

Support for continuing education

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience leading project teams.
• Architectural License required in the U.S.
• Experience in educational facility design.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all technical aspects of projects.
• Mentor and guide project architects and team members.
• Participate in marketing and client engagement activities.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelors or master’s degree in architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM

Revit

Sketchup

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Spiezle Architecture is a 100% employee-owned firm! When you join Spiezle as an employee-owner, this is YOUR Company. By nature, employee ownership reinforces our culture of transparency and helps fuel our entrepreneurial spirit.

We are seeking a results-driven and talented licensed architect for our Educational Project Manager role to lead project teams. This exciting opportunity will allow you to work on both local and national projects. As an integral member of the management team, you will have the opportunity to execute projects to meet design, profitability, and deadline targets. You will also have the opportunity to participate in the selection, development, and retention of team members, mentor project architects and technical staff and take a pro-active approach to staff development.

Responsibilities

Project Management:

• Manage, communicate, and coordinate all technical aspects of the project, delegate components appropriately
• Adherence to schedule, making adjustments when needed
• Manage complex projects and provides guidance to project architects, including monitoring project status and profitability
• Mentoring of project architects and other project team members leading to increasing maturity and soundness of judgment in decision-making and in anticipating and solving project-related problems
• Define and focus the goals of the client and continuously communicate these effectively throughout the project team members
• Develop and maintain a positive leadership image and environment to promote staff morale and teamwork
• Closely interact with client and client representatives

Quality Assurance/Quality Control:

• Review project team’s work
• Schedule and assure fresh eyes review occurs
• Review sub-consultant’s work

Marketing:

• Responsibility in developing leads and maintaining contacts within the field that results in bringing in new work; market clients for future projects in close consultation with the Principal-in-Charge (PIC) and or CEO; “Farming” existing clients, participate in contract negotiations; participates in proposal presentations, including draft budgets/fees; may serve as presenter for interviews and support presenter in interviews for existing and new project pursuits
• Attend networking functions of targeted clients/customers to ensure brand/name recognition in coordination with the PIC

Administration and Financial Management:

• Development, management, and improvement of project management methodologies
• Participates in ongoing Team Performance Management, Training & Development, and Selection of key team members.
• Heavily involved in weekly, monthly and long-term staffing coordination.
• Request appropriate staffing utilizing the schedule and budget as guidelines. Assist the PIC in developing and managing project man-hours and planning schedule.
• Assist in recruitment and interviewing activities.
• Performance management; rewarding and overseeing employees in all aspects of day-to-day activities and issues.
• Business acumen in budgeting, labor forecasting, setting fee to achieve targeted profit level, risk management for projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Design Expertise in Educational Facilities/ Industry Knowledge

• Experience designing for K–12 schools, higher education campuses, and specialty learning environments (e.g., labs, libraries, auditoriums).
• Ability to create flexible, adaptable spaces that accommodate diverse learning methods and future changes.
• Understanding of acoustical design considerations in academic environments.
• Experience with HVAC systems and lighting design to create comfortable, effective learning environments.
• Sensitivity to the needs of students, teachers, and staff, with a focus on creating environments that foster learning, collaboration, and well-being.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders, including school boards, administrators, teachers, students, and community members, to understand their needs.
• Familiarity with the funding and approval processes for educational projects, including public and private school systems.
• Experience with public and private bidding of work for construction as well as construction, submittal review processes, and construction.
• Knowledge of building codes, fire safety, and accessibility standards (ADA compliance) specific to educational facilities.
• Awareness of security and emergency planning measures, such as secure entry points, evacuation plans, and safe rooms.

Education, Experience, Skill Sets

• Bachelors or master’s degree in architecture from an accredited college/university.
• At least 8 years of experience, with demonstrated leadership skills successfully leading project teams, Profit/Loss capability, and project management responsibility for projects of various sizes.
• Architectural License in the United States (or eligibility for reciprocity) required, or other related discipline certification or license
• LEED or equivalent designation in sustainable design preferred but will train
• Ability to communicate effectively both in written format and oral presentation
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities
• Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment
• Ability to serve as an agent of change and foster positive employee morale
• Ability to delegate tasks appropriately
• Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership
• Possess an in depth understanding of most building systems
• Possess a thorough knowledge of contract administration and office procedures
• Possess a thorough knowledge and ability to implement quality project management processes and methodologies
• General knowledge of AutoCAD/BIM/Revit, Bluebeam, Sketchup
• Ability to use Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required
• Knowledge of Deltek for project planning/budgeting/profitability is preferred but will train

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU!

• We are an employee-owned company and YES, you will be an owner and receive stock without purchase
• Competitive pay, bonus opportunities, and year-round Flexible Fridays to jump start the weekend
• The ability to work remote up to 2 days a week once acclimated!
• We offer a robust and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), ESOP, Group Life & Disability, Voluntary Life, plus many more!
• Subsidized AIA membership and Professional License Renewals
• Reimbursement for professional designation exam(s) such as LEED, etc.
• Professional Development opportunities that align with the Firm's leadership succession plan and/or individual development plan because WE WANT YOU TO GET PROMOTED!
• Social and team building events
• We encourage our employees to pursue local and professional advocacy groups
• We provide the opportunity to help with pro-bono initiatives that bring architecture to the community

Spiezle Architectural Group is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/Disability/Veteran. For additional information, please visit our website at www.spiezle.com

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Design

• Industries

  Architecture and Planning

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