Project Manager (Owner's Representative / Architect)

MOCA Systems, Inc.; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

MOCA Systems, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager (Owner's Representative / Architect) to oversee large, complex construction projects in Southern California. The role combines design management, construction oversight, and client liaison across all project phases.

Hybrid work arrangement with periodic in-office requirements, primarily remote, and up to 25% travel to project sites. NCARB-accredited degree and PM experience required; CA license preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires NCARB accredited Bachelor's degree in architecture and minimum six years as a practicing architect.
• California Registered Architect license preferred.
• Industry accreditations such as LEED AP, DBIA, PMP or CCM desired.
• Project management experience required.
• Experience in all project phases: definition, design, procurement, pre-construction, bid/award, construction.
• Ability to organize, solve problems, lead teams, and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Support the project team in delivering complex building projects on time and within budget.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, architects, and contractors.
• Communicate project status, progress, and expectations clearly to stakeholders.
• Assist leadership to meet client vision and ensure positive outcomes.
• Monitor project budgets and schedules, review RFIs, submittals, pay apps, change orders, and field issues.
• Attend field walks and critical meetings (OAC) and prepare minutes.
• Support business development with proposals and interview activities.
• Monitor contract compliance and manage design and construction processes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Leadership

Time management

Client relations

Microsoft Office

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite

Bluebeam Revu

Proposals

Education

NCARB accredited Bachelor's degree in Architecture

CA Licensed Architect (preferred)

Tools

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft 365 (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/SharePoint)

SharePoint

Job description

Position

Project Manager (Owner's Representative / Architect)

Location

Hybrid / Southern California (Primarily Remote - Periodic In-Office)

Hiring Range

$95,000 - $125,000

Position Summary

The Project Manager will support the management of large, complex construction projects in all facets of the project definition, procurement, design, pre-construction, bid/award, and construction phases of work. They will work with project leadership to envision, plan, evaluate, and maintain oversight over operations required to successfully deliver the project to meet the client's goals and objectives.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the project team in the successful management and delivery of complex building projects.
• Fosters a collaborative environment with peers and project teams. Maintain positive and trusted client, consultant, architect and contractor relationships.
• Maintain an open dialogue with the client and its stakeholders for continuous and effective communication and to obtain a common understanding of project status, progress, and expectations.
• Support leadership and the project team to meet the client's vision and ensure positive outcomes for our clients and their construction projects.
• Supports project leadership to ensure optimal performance on projects assigned. Assist in the execution of approved plans while maintaining proper controls. Reports on progress relative to the established cost, schedule, and quality standards while adhering to project standards.
• Participates in project client and stakeholder meetings and prepare content and meeting minutes.
• Supports leadership in business development proposal response and interview activities.
• Supports leadership in reviewing and monitoring the contract to ensure MSI is fulfilling contract requirements.
• Develop and manage project standards and provide regular reports to the client on project progress.
• Provide Design Management including working with the project design team to finalize and manage the design process. Attend design meetings and maintain meeting minutes to ensure contract accountability.
• Provide Construction Management including review and monitoring of project budgets and project schedules, review of RFI's and submittals, review of pay applications and change orders, observation and monitoring of construction activities, and evaluation of field problems and facilitation of resolutions.
• Attend field walks and OAC (Owner, Architect and Contractor) meetings.
• Monitor and facilitate project commissioning and closeout activities
• Coordinate Owner delivery of related fixtures, furniture, and equipment.
• Manage performance of contracts with subcontractors, consultants, and vendors.
• Support leadership to create, update, and report on project budgets, invoice preparation, and project financial forecasts including variance reporting.
• Review and provide information to the owner regarding contractor schedule updates and coordinate with MSI's internal scheduling team.
• Periodic travel, upwards of 25%, to project sites, client offices, and MSI offices to meet with clients and team members.

Required Qualifications

• NCARB accredited Bachelor's degree in architecture and a minimum of six (6) years as a practicing architect involved in planning, design, and construction.
• Registered Architect in the State of California and active license preferred.
• Other industry accreditations or certifications such as LEED AP, DBIA, PMP or CCM desired.
• Project Management experience required.
• Experience in all phases of work required.
• Candidate must possess the following abilities:
  • Organizational and project management skills.
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Manage and develop high performing teams.
  • Implement and execute vision and goals.
  • Prioritize work and successfully meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Develop a pipeline directly or indirectly by using multiple market and customer resources.
  • Set priorities and work in a group environment or independently.
  • Be client focused and detail oriented.
  • Manage staff of different disciplines to produce results on time and within budget.
  • Communicate to and brief leaders.
  • Have working knowledge of Microsoft products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
  • Have working knowledge of design software including Revit, Adobe Creative Suite and Bluebeam Revu.
  • Proposal development, support and writing skills.

About MOCA Systems, Inc.

MOCA Systems, Inc. (MSI) is a leading services and software provider for the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry. MSI delivers innovative solutions to Owners, Engineers, Architects, and Contractors working on some of the world’s largest, most complex construction projects. A profitable firm with offices across the United States and partners around the globe, MSI's services and technology offerings ensure that projects are delivered on time and on budget and fulfill all Owner expectations. To learn more, visit mocasystems.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

MOCA Systems, Inc. (MSI) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of any kind: MSI is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.All employment-related activities at MSI are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), veteran status, or marital status (except where certain characteristics are essential bona fide occupational requirements or where a disability is a bona fide occupational disqualification), or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. MSI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. MSI encourages applicants of all ages.