Architectural Project Manager - Science, Technology & Industry

Colliers Engineering & Design; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a licensed Architectural Project Manager to join the Science, Technology, & Industry team in Lansing, Grand Rapids, or Southfield, MI.

You will lead complex architectural projects, serve as Project Architect and AOR on most assignments, and mentor staff while collaborating across CED offices.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years as a licensed architect in Michigan, NCARB, and strong client-facing communication.

Qualifications

• Licensed Architect with 8+ years of Michigan experience.
• NCARB certification is required.
• 5+ years on science, technology, and industry architectural projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit; Revit preferred.
• Strong client-facing communication and leadership skills.
• Willing to travel to client sites.
• Ability to mentor and lead project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate architectural project activities.
• Act as Project Architect and AOR on most projects.
• Ensure project success and client liaison for design documents.
• Collaborate with CED offices.
• Mentor design/production staff.

Skills

Client communication

Team leadership

Mentoring

Business development

Travel willingness

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture

Licensed Architect (MI) / NCARB

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is currently seeking a licensed Architectural Project Manager to join our Science, Technology, & Industry team in Lansing, Grand Rapids, or Southfield, MI office!

Our team of talented and creative architects work closely as trusted partners with our clients throughout the design process to realize a jointly conceived vision. We offer a full range of services from preliminary planning and feasibility studies through final design and construction inspection for both full build-out, renovations and adaptive reuse projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead, oversee, supervise, and coordinate architectural project activities.
• Fulfill the role of Project Architect and AOR on most projects; pending the size/complexity of projects a separate project architect may be assigned.
• Ensure the success of the projects under their management.
• Serve as the primary design liaison to the client and oversight of construction documents.
• May assign tasks to and oversee the work of design/production staff.
• Work with and collaborate with other CED offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s and/or Master\'s degree in architecture or equivalent work experience as required to maintain licensed architect status.
• 8+ years of experience as a licensed architect in Michigan and/or NCARB certification is required.
• 5+ years of experience with science, technology, and industry architectural projects is required (e.g., industrial, labs, manufacturing, distribution centers, etc.).
• Previous use and understanding of AutoCAD and Revit design software with the ability to produce preliminary and schematic designs in AutoCAD at a minimum, but Revit is highly desired.
• Strong business acumen, technical knowledge, coordination skills and the ability to build a rapport with the project team and client is essential.
• Must have the ability to be client facing with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to mentor team members on technical and professional skills.
• Previous business development and project management experience preferred in planning and executing design/construction projects.
• Willing to travel occasionally to client sites and meetings.
• 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 as well as 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 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women\u2019s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!