Architectural Project Manager

Pinnacle Design; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinnacle Design seeks an architect with a bachelor’s degree or at least 5 years of relevant commercial architecture experience. The candidate should understand building codes and ADA guidelines, possess strong problem solving and communication skills, and be proficient with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.

The role covers all design phases from pre-design to construction documents, coordinating with in-house staff and consultants, and participating in site meetings to support project budgets and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5 years of relevant commercial architecture experience.
• Knowledge of codes and ADA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Navigate through Pre-Design, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents.
• Review drawings for accuracy including building codes, scope of work, and design intent.
• Coordinate with consultants and in-house staff; attend site meetings and take field notes.
• Manage multiple projects; keep Project Manager informed of schedule and budget issues.
• Assist in preparations for pricing plans and construction drawings; ensure final reviews are accurate.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Excellent judgment

Microsoft Office

Building codes and ADA knowledge

Construction methodology

English (verbal & written)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Architectural degree preferred or equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree or minimum 5 years of relevant commercial architecture experience.
• Excellent character and judgment.
• Excellent problem solving skills.
• AutoCAD skills are a plus.
• Microsoft Office software skills.
• Understanding of building codes and ADA guidelines.
• General knowledge of construction methodology, architectural detailing, and building systems
• Professional architectural degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• Understanding and knowledge of architectural codes, design.
• Demonstrate oral and written English communication skills.

Responsibilities:

• Navigate through Pre-Design, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents.
• Performs drawing documentation during all design phases, while keeping the Project Manager informed.
• Keep project phases on schedule, promptly notifying the Project Manager to any potential schedule or budget issues.
• Review drawings for accuracy, including building codes, scope of work, and design intent.
• Coordinate with all consultations.
• Coordinate primarily with in-house staff
• Work closely with all levels of staff and management.
• Attend site meetings and assist with entering field notes.
• Attend meetings (virtually or onsite), setting up new project folder, scanning and plotting as needed.
• Accountable for project budgets and schedules.
• Interfaces with clients in a minor capacity.
• Effectively performs work on multiple projects at a time as directed.
• Observes or participates in meetings with Associates or Project Managers during all phases of the project as requested.
• Conducts project specific code and design criteria research and incorporates requirements into the project.
• Prepares pricing plan/ schematic design packages.
• Prepares construction drawings and specifications as requested.
• Responsible for back checking drawings and specifications for accuracy prior to final review.
• Observes and participates in construction administration services.
• Continues to develop understanding of building design concepts, construction methodologies, architectural detailing, building systems, and finish materials.
• Continues to develop understanding of building codes, and ADA guidelines.