Architectural Project Manager - Government

Colliers Engineering & Design; Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid medical coverage

Generous paid time off

401(k) matching

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design is looking for an Architectural Project Manager to lead government design projects from their Simsbury, CT office. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in government projects, business development skills, and be a licensed architect in Connecticut.

The role involves financial management, project oversight, and fostering client relationships while ensuring quality and productivity across the team.

We offer a supportive work environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Eight or more years of experience leading government design projects.
• Experience with municipal clients required.
• Ability to travel for business development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee government design projects and manage staff.
• Prepare work plans and budgets for projects.
• Ensure quality control and assurance on projects.

Skills

Government project experience

Business development

Strong communication skills

Team leadership

Revit proficiency

AutoCAD proficiency

Project management

Education

Professional architecture degree

Professional licensure in Connecticut

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD Architecture 2022

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an Architectural Project Manager – Government to join our Simsbury, CT office to help grow and lead our expanding Government Practice across the Northeast. This is an exciting opportunity to join an established multi‑discipline design team, including architects, interior designers, urban designers, and planners. We are looking for a candidate that is self‑motivated and passionate about growing and expanding the team’s capabilities with a track record in completing government projects and supporting and leading business development initiatives. The primary role of this position will be to oversee government design projects, manage and supervise the work efforts of assigned staff, and coordinate the technical and managerial direction regarding scope, schedule, quality, and budget of projects. This position requires sound financial management practices with ownership and accountability for all financial aspects of projects. Part of this role is an expectation to grow the Government Practice in Connecticut and the Northeast, which requires a passion for business development and fostering strong, collaborative client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Prepare effective work plans and labor budgets for proposals and projects.
• Work with National Government Market and Regional Leaders to establish and implement a strategy for growing the Buildings footprint across the Northeast.
• Maintain consistent communication with Market and Regional leadership and provide monthly updates on project and business development activity.
• Monitor time schedules and capital cost budgets on projects to satisfy the client as well as control work and productivity.
• Responsible for the quality control and quality assurance process on all assigned projects.
• Strive to achieve predetermined goals for profit, productivity targets, schedule of events, and an estimation of staff requirements as necessary.
• Hold team meetings ensuring procedures governing review and approval of projects are followed prior to submission of completed work.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with employees involved in projects to ensure utilization targets are met.
• Assist with the selection, negotiation, and management of all activities regarding external clients.
• Review monthly labor and cost reports to ensure projects are being completed at the predetermined profit goal.
• Mentor staff on executing government project types.
• Oversee the activities of assigned staff, including but not limited to timesheet review and approval, performance evaluation, and daily supervision.

Qualifications

• A professional degree in architecture from an accredited institution.
• Professional licensure in the state of Connecticut required.
• Eight (8) or more years of experience leading government design projects with at least four years specifically in undertaking business development activities.
• Experience working with municipal clients required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self‑motivated and able to work effectively as part of a larger team to drive results.
• Ability to perform as a key team leader, demonstrating collaboration, respect for others, and leading by example.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships.
• Demonstrated advanced technical and non‑technical writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD Architecture version 2022.
• Project scheduling and management skills.
• 3D rendering software capabilities preferred.
• Willingness to travel across Connecticut and surrounding states for business development and project development purposes.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job‑related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects and company‑sponsored activities. This dedication begins with supporting a work‑life balance through a generous compensation package that includes 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; and a straight‑time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 hours within a work week. We also provide an internal culture that supplies the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; free in‑house resources for hundreds of educational and self‑enrichment courses; a mentorship program; a wellness program; a Women’s Organization; and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.