Hord Coplan Macht is looking for a strong Project Manager to join our Affordable Housing team. Our next team member will have a passion for design excellence, excellent communication skills, and a dedication to client service. This individual will be the point of contact for our clients and their general contractors and consultants throughout the project duration. They will be expected to manage, organize, and coordinate their HCM team and our engineering consultants to successfully execute architectural projects.
This position is open to candidates for our Baltimore and DC offices. While some flexibility may be available, this is not a fully remote position. Candidates should expect to be in-office regularly to collaborate with colleagues and clients and to attend on-site meetings as required.
About the Position- Develops a thorough understanding of projects' design philosophy and provides input in developing a design and building performance strategy and effectively conveys this to assigned team members when appropriate
- Leads project technical design efforts, subsequent detailed design development, project coordination, and quality control efforts during all phases of project work, in close collaboration with Senior Designer and/or Principal-In-Charge.
- Seeks creative and innovative solutions to assigned tasks and develops appropriate research and documents to support these solutions
- Actively collaborates with and coordinates work of consultants and knowledge resources to ensure the project deliverables are coordinated, integrated, and support the design concept and performance goals of the project
- Delivers complete, accurate, and coordinated project documentation
- Oversees the production of schematic, design development, and construction documents in compliance with project scope, schedule, cost, and design intent during all project phases
- Maintains awareness of evolving building technology and systems
- Oversees construction administration duties (e.g. RFI's, RFP's, change orders, etc.). Reviews shop drawings, material samples, and CDs for conformance with design.
- Develops and manages project schedules, including HCM staffing assignments.
- Manages contract compliance and project financials including fee budgets and invoicing.
- Fosters a collaborative team environment that mentors and develops junior staff
- Maintains contact with clients, consultants, and contractors during all project phases, participating in marketing, client and owner presentations as required
About You - 10-15 years of experience in the Architectural field
- License required
- Experience in Affordable Housing preferred
- Experience with Maryland LIHTC processes is required.
- Experience leading client meetings and sub-consultant coordination
- Strong Revit skills
- Experience in preparing construction documents and construction administration
- Strong knowledge of building codes and regulations
- Strong knowledge of the various federal, state, and local funding sources and application processes. Experience with Maryland LIHTC processes is required.
About Our Benefits- Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
- 401(K) with company match
- Co STD, LTD, Life
- Paid Time Off
- Mentorship Programs and Professional Development
**A portfolio or work samples must be submitted to be considered for the position. A link to a portfolio or work samples is preferred. The maximum size of the portfolio or work samples to be considered is 4 MB**
