Sr. Project Manager - Aviation

HOK; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Mental wellness resources

Life and AD&D coverage

Disability benefits

Job summary

HOK is seeking a Senior Project Manager with aviation experience to lead multiple projects from planning through completion, coordinating with the Project Leadership Team and managing budgets, scope, and client communications. You will oversee project teams, develop pricing during marketing and contracts, and prepare client presentations to ensure design intent and quality outcomes.

The role requires extensive project management experience, leadership, and a track record of cross-disciplinary

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or equivalent in education or experience required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Licensed Architect with current registration preferred in your region.
• LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the Project Leadership Team.
• Participates on and/or leads multiple project teams as Senior Project Manager.
• Assists senior management in developing and validating project scope and fee, budget, and scope of services during the marketing and contract development process.
• Assists in preparing project presentations. May participate and/or lead client presentations.
• Consistently provides complete and timely communication of project information to and from clients and project team.
• Assists senior management in the preparation and execution of consultant contracts.
• Assists with negotiating fees and contracts.
• Ensures that budgets have been developed to provide for Quality Management Program through the life of the Project.
• Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
• Fosters a culture of external and internal client service.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Client communication

Team leadership

Aviation experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture

Master’s degree preferred

Licensed Architect

Tools

Deltek

Job description

HOK is a collective of future-forward thinkers and designers who are driven to face the critical challenges of our time. We are dedicated to improving people's lives, serving our clients and healing the planet. Together, we cultivate a culture of design excellence at the confluence of art and science, blending the power of creative expression with a clear sense of purpose.

In partnership with the Sr. Project Architect and Sr. Project Designer, accountable for project financial performance and team communication. Manages multiple projects during all phases of a project until completion. Directs employees and consultants at all levels to ensure that proper steps and procedures are taken and that work is completed as planned, budgeted, scheduled and in conformance with the design intent.

We are seeking someone with Aviation experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the Project Leadership Team.
• Participates on and/or leads multiple project teams as Senior Project Manager.
• Assists senior management in developing and validating project scope and fee, budget, and scope of services during the marketing and contract development process.
• Assists in preparing project presentations. May participate and/or lead client presentations.
• Consistently provides complete and timely communication of project information to and from clients and project team. Responsible for managing project using the Deltek Project Management system; completes work plans in Deltek; including identification of project team members, budget, consultants, schedule for completion, fees and costs as well as project change notices or other actions taking place on the assigned project.
• Assists senior management in the preparation and execution of consultant contracts.
• Assists with negotiating fees and contracts.
• Ensures that budgets have been developed to provide for Quality Management Program through the life of the Project.
• Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
• Fosters a culture of external and internal client service.

Leadership:

• Works with Project Architect to avoid or eliminate conflicts in schedule due to the changes in various projects.
• Plans, organizes and manages project. Provides on-going communication through team meetings/minutes/up-date memos to project team.
• Communicates with consultants, contractors, sub-consultants and other disciplines to ensure effective communication.
• Monitors construction administration during the construction phase
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with consultants and clients.

Client Interface:

• Responsible for maintaining client relationships throughout project. Keeps client apprised of project progress on regular basis. Initiates and maintains contact with other key project individuals for clarification, coordination and negotiation of critical issues.
• Consults with client to determine function and spatial requirements and prepares information regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time. Plans layouts of projects and integrates engineering elements into unified design for client review and approval.

Business Development:

• Participates in developing annual business plan for the Regional Practice.
• Identifies new business opportunities while developing current client relationships. Listens for and seek out new projects which may exist or are being formulated.
• Participates in selected marketing and business development opportunities.
• Assists in development of fee proposals for marketing proposals.

Staff Development:

• Provides leadership including professional development coaching and mentoring staff.
• Defines staff requirements for projects as needed or directed. Makes recommendations to senior management for staff promotions/terminations for project team and Architecture discipline. May participate in interviews and recruiting of professional staff.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or equivalent in education or experience required. Master’s degree preferred.
• 15 years’ experience in architectural practice with prior management experience in all phases of projects through post-occupancy.
• Licensed Architect with current registration in your region preferred, if licensure is offered in your region.
• NCARB registration preferred.
• LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.

HOK invests in its people and communities, supporting both personal and professional growth through every stage of life.

• 10 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
• minimum of 4 weeks of paid time off with a cash out option
• comprehensive medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• free mental wellness resources
• life and AD&D coverage and short and long-term disability benefits
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave and fertility coverage
• matching contributions to our 401(K) plan which includes a well-rounded investment menu as well as free guidance on retirement planning

Wherever you are in your career, HOK provides opportunities to learn, develop and utilize your skills. Continued learning is promoted through financial support and study prep for licensure exams, CEU credit opportunities, mentorship programs, and paid professional memberships.

To learn more about designing your career with HOK,

HOK is an EOE, including disability/vets.