Higher Education Projects Lead & Practice Strategist

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM); New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K matching

Paid family leave

Paid vacation

Professional development reimbursement

Job summary

A leading architecture firm in New York seeks a Project Manager for their Higher Education Practice. The role involves overseeing projects, engaging stakeholders, and leading teams to success while managing resources and client expectations. Candidates should possess a professional degree in Architecture, significant experience, and strong communication skills. This position offers a salary range of $120,000 to $170,000, emphasizing a commitment to sustainability and innovation in the design process.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience or equivalent in project management.
• Licensed architect in the state of practice; LEED accreditation preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project schedules, budgets, and resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Architectural Project Team for successful project outcomes.
• Monitor project schedules and financial performance against goals.
• Communicate effectively with clients and manage their expectations.
• Supervise and mentor team members for professional development.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Leadership

Sustainable design

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Suite

Smartsheets

Google Workspace

Deltek Vision

Salesforce

Job description

A leading architecture firm in New York seeks a Project Manager for their Higher Education Practice. The role involves overseeing projects, engaging stakeholders, and leading teams to success while managing resources and client expectations. Candidates should possess a professional degree in Architecture, significant experience, and strong communication skills. This position offers a salary range of $120,000 to $170,000, emphasizing a commitment to sustainability and innovation in the design process.