OverviewThe primary role of this position will be to oversee government design projects, manage and supervise the work efforts of assigned staff, and coordinate the technical and managerial direction regarding scope, schedule, quality, and budget of projects. This position requires sound financial management practices with ownership and accountability for financial aspects of projects. As part of this position, the ability to grow the Government Practice in CT and the northeast will require a passion for business development and fostering strong, collaborative client relationships.
Responsibilities- Prepare effective work plans and labor budgets for proposals and projects
- Work with National Government Market and Regional Leaders to establish and implement a strategy for growing our Buildings footprint across the northeast.
- Maintain consistent communication with Market and Regional leadership and provide monthly updates on project and business development activity.
- Monitor time schedules and capital cost budgets on projects to satisfy the client as well as control work and productivity.
- Responsible for the quality control/quality assurance process on all assigned projects.
- Strive to achieve predetermined goals for profit, productivity targets, schedule of events and an estimation of staff requirements as necessary.
- Hold team meetings ensuring procedures governing review and approval of projects are followed prior to submission of completed work.
- Coordinate and communicate effectively with employees involved in projects to ensure utilization targets are met.
- Assists with the selection, negotiation, and managing of all activities regarding external clients.
- Review monthly labor and cost reports to ensure projects are being completed at the predetermined profit goal.
- Mentor staff on executing government project types.
- May oversee the activities of assigned staff, including but not limited to timesheet review and approval, performance evaluation and daily supervision.
Qualifications- A professional degree in architecture from an accredited institution.
- Professional Licensure in the state of Connecticut required.
- Eight (8) or more years' experience leading government design projects with at least 4 years specifically in undertaking business development activities.
- Experience with municipal clients required.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Must be self-motivated but also willing and able to effectively work as part of a larger team to drive results.
- Ability to effectively perform as a key team leader (demonstrate collaboration and respect for others; contribute; lead by example, etc.).
- Ability to build collaborative relationships.
- Demonstrate advanced technical and non-technical writing, editing and proofreading skills.
- Proficient in REVIT, AutoCAD Architecture version 2022.
- Project scheduling skills and management skills.
- 3D Rendering Software capabilities preferred.
- Willingness to travel across CT and surrounding states for business development and project development purposes.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
What We OfferAt Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.
This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through 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 and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
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