Civic/Justice Project Manager

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is looking for a qualified candidate to manage projects related to Civic and Justice architecture in Boston, Massachusetts. The role involves leading project teams, managing finances, and ensuring timely completion of project documentation.

Applicants must possess a Master’s degree in Architecture with at least 7 years of related experience. Preferred skills include proficiency in Revit and knowledge of sustainable design practices. The position emphasizes teamwork and active participation in a culture committed to employee ownership.

Qualifications

• 7 years related experience required.
• Minimum of 2 years project management experience.
• Registered Architect qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Civic/Justice related project types.
• Lead project teams on varying levels.
• Plan and manage project aspects.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Sustainable design

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Deliver a variety of Civic/Justice related project types, including: Administrative Buildings, Public Safety, Courthouses, Correctional Centers, Jails, and other Law Enforcement related buildings. As leaders in justice design, we stand committed to advancing restorative justice architecture. Designing justice facilities is both an immense responsibility and an opportunity to rethink and improve every touchpoint within the system—using the design process to promote meaningful restorative justice and human dignity.
• Lead project teams having varied levels of experience and exposure to Civic/Justice facilities.
• Plan and manage all aspects of small to medium single-discipline projects and large, complex projects.
• Independently coordinate work of professional staff and balance team throughout entire project's development.
• Establish client relations, and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings.
• Participate in reviews with various governing agencies.
• Conduct work sessions with other staff.
• Coordinate workload through entire project development, and ensure completion of documents on schedule.
• Track financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work effort with team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of agreed-to schedules.
• Work with Business /Accounting Manager or Project Controller and Department Manager for project reviews and with company management as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture
• Experience with justice, juvenile justice, and/or civic facilities
• Experience with DCAMM, Chapter 149/149A, and other New England public agencies
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED
• Fluency with using Revit for project documentation and delivery
• Knowledge of Adobe Suite and Microsoft Suite
• PMP Certification is a plus
• Preference is given to local candidates

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum 2 years project management
• Registered Architect
• Must be able to lead a team on projects
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
• Good planning and mentoring skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

EEO Statement

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employee.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.