Architecture Project Manager - Retail - Food & Beverage

Colliers Engineering & Design; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Architectural Project Manager, where you will lead diverse retail and food & beverage projects. This role offers the chance to shape the future of consumer experiences while ensuring project excellence and client satisfaction. You will manage all phases of project execution, from design to construction, fostering strong relationships and upholding high standards. With a commitment to sustainability and diversity, this innovative firm provides a supportive environment for career growth and personal development, making it an exciting place to advance your professional journey.

Benefits

Employer provided healthcare plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Learning & Career Development opportunities

401K program with company match

Employee Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Reduced cost premium plans

Short and long-term disability coverage

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a professional architecture or design firm.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams through project delivery.
• Basic knowledge of architectural contracts and execution procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage project teams through all phases, ensuring alignment with contracts.
• Create and maintain project schedules and staffing workplans.
• Monitor project financial status and conduct financial reviews.

Skills

Team Leadership

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Quality Assurance

Financial Monitoring

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture

Certification as a Licensed Professional

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

MS Office

Bluebeam

Miro

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Overview

MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design is currently looking for a Architectural Project Manager - Retail - Food & Beverage to join our team in our Minneapolis, MN office!

You will be working in our Consumer Experiences (CX) Market, where you will have the opportunity to design and deliver on various types of fast-moving retail and Food & Beverage projects that anticipate the needs and lifestyle shifts of evolving users.

Our new Architectural Project Manager will lead project teams through all phases of project execution including contract management, design, documentation, permitting, and construction administration. They are also responsible for managing project schedules, and the financial performance of the work. Externally they focus on building strong client relationships, and upholding MG2s standard for design excellence while serving as the main point of contact for all project related communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage project teams through all project phases. Primary responsibility is ensuring project deliverables are aligned with the contract, completed in conformance with the project schedule and budget, and continually meet MG2 standards for quality.
• Ensure required contracts are in place prior to beginning execution of contract deliverables.
• Create and maintain accurate milestone-based project schedules and staffing workplans.
• Create and maintain detailed Project Charters including a comprehensive QA/QC plan for all project work.
• Assist with the development of project proposals and RFP responses as requested.
• Continuously monitor project financial status and complete intermediate financial reviews with Team Leads or Principal-in-Charge (PIC).
• Review monthly project invoicing and consultant billing.
• Produce weekly project updates, including documentation regarding contract deliverables, financial updates, contracts, and permitting reports. Issue weekly project updates to all project stakeholders.
• Lead or direct all internal and external project team meetings.
• Actively participate in all Quality Control procedures including review of all externally distributed project deliverables.
• Oversee all team activities during Construction Administration including weekly reviews of RFI and Submittal logs and attendance during project OAC meetings.
• Additional responsibilities include detailed review of all site visit reports and punch lists prior to issuance.
• Host both internal and external project debrief meetings following completion of construction activities; focus on opportunities to continuously improve service level and results.
• Initiate project-close out procedures following substantial completion; finalize in alignment with contractual obligations.
• Manage internal and external resources; ensure consistent quality and project profitability.
• Continuously manage the performance of team members; consistently provide accurate and relevant feedback as needed.
• Perform monthly 1:1 check-ins with all internal team members. (People Managers Only).
• Conduct mid-year and year-end performance reviews (People Managers Only).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in a professional architecture or design firm.
• Certification as a license professional preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams through all phases of milestone-based project delivery.
• Basic knowledge of architectural contracts and contract execution procedures.
• Proficiency with Revit, Auto-CAD, and MS Office.
• Demonstrated expertise utilizing collaboration software such as Bluebeam, Miro, and Teams.

Compensation: $80,000 to $152,000 per year (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

At MG2, we value our employees with great benefits and worthwhile programs. We are proud of the many initiatives at MG2 such as our focus on Sustainability, our passion for Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, and our fifty-year anniversary celebration. We promote MG2 culture firmwide and within each of our offices through monthly recognition, happy hours, summer events, and an end of year Holiday Party to celebrate our accomplishments. People make the place at MG2 - Join our growing firm today!

Continually recognized as one of the "Best 100 Companies to Work For" by Business Magazine, MG2 has been delivering award-winning projects for over 50 years. We partner with some of the world's most recognizable companies and brands to bring exceptional design solutions to life through full architectural, strategic planning, interior design, brand strategy, and program consulting services. At MG2 our greatest strength lies in our people, our partnerships, and our commitment to helping them succeed. We seek world-class talent to deliver integrated, tailored solutions that advance our clients' enterprise and provide our staff with outstanding career growth experiences that elevate these opportunities.

MG2 whole-heartedly embraces diversity, actively seek out Diverse talent that our work and our culture. Our differences, unique perspectives, and elevation of every voice and idea not only makes us stronger but are absolutely essential to designing and building truly inclusive and equitable experiences and spaces for everyone.

MG2 offers competitive benefits that support our employees in their life and career. This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to:

• Employer provided employee healthcare plan and reduced cost premium plans, life insurance, and short and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off, 9 paid Holidays, and an additional Floating Holiday.
• Employer sponsored Family Planning Program and employer Paid Parental Leave.
• Learning & Career Development opportunities.
• Employee Wellness and Employee Assistance Program.
• Participation in a 401K program including eligible company match percentage, after waiting period.