Project Manager - Commercial Architecture

HILGARTWILSON, LLC; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k)/Roth matching

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design is searching for a Project Manager - Commercial Architecture to lead their Buildings Engineering Services team in Houston, TX. This role involves overseeing project execution with adherence to client contracts and technical standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, at least 8-10 years of architectural experience, and be licensed in Texas. Benefits include a comprehensive compensation package, work-life balance support, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of experience as an Architect.
• Licensure in the state of Texas required.
• Ability to mentor team members on technical and professional skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of effective work plans and labor budgets.
• Monitor time schedules and capital cost budgets on projects.
• Negotiate with clients on scope changes relative to project budgets.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Architecture

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is looking for a Project Manager - Commercial Architecture to join our Buildings Engineering Services team in Houston, TX. The role includes technical and administrative direction and supervision of projects, with constant communication with the client to ensure completion in accordance with the contract.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of effective work plans and labor budgets for approval by supervisor.
• Monitor time schedules and capital cost budgets on projects to satisfy client.
• Oversee the work and productivity on assigned projects.
• Strive to achieve predetermined goals for profit, productivity targets, and schedule of deliverables.
• Participate in or hold team meetings ensuring procedures governing the review and approval of projects are followed prior to submission of completed work.
• Negotiate with clients on any scope changes relative to project budgets and schedules subject to supervisor's approval.
• Ensure all project work is performed and completed in accordance with QA/QC standards, systems and procedures as designated for project.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with all employees involved in the project to ensure high utilization rates (i.e. Project team meeting).
• Review monthly labor and cost reports to ensure projects are being completed at the pre-established goal.
• Assist with mentoring junior staff in learning sound technical and business practices and enhancing corporate objectives.
• Assist with the preparation for public hearings, meetings and any other presentations in relation to current projects.
• Works efficiently with the Billing Department to authorize and transmit bills to client. Follows up with clients for timely payments.
• Adhere to Health and Safety program and all applicable SOPs.
• May oversee the activities of assigned staff, including but not limited to timesheet review and approval, performance evaluation and daily supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Architecture or equivalent work experience as required to maintain licensed architect status.
• 8-10+ years of experience as an Architect.
• Licensure in the state of Texas required.
• 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 desired.
• Strong communication skills required.
• 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.
• Ability to work in close collaboration with other managers and leadership, clients, in-house and outside consultants.
• Client facing experience.
• Ability to work primarily independently.
• 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.

Benefits

At Colliers Engineering & Design, we offer 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.

We also support work-life balance through resources and technology for growth and learning, including education reimbursement; free in-house courses; mentorship program; wellness program; women's organization and philanthropic opportunities.