Bachelor's degree in architecture, interior design, or related field with 8+ years of project management experience
Architectural or interior design licensure preferred but not required
Strong understanding of design processes, zoning, building codes, and life safety requirements
Proven ability to manage project scope, schedule, and budget for multiple small to midsize projects
Experience as primary client liaison, ensuring project completion to client satisfaction
Knowledge of contracts, proposals, and fee estimating
Proficiency in Revit and/or project management systems
Effective communication skills with sound professional judgment
Responsibilities
Manage multiple small to midsize projects, coordinating all aspects of assigned work
Determine scope of work and prepare strategic plans for project success
Actively manage client budgets, schedules, and programs across projects
Estimate fees, determine scope of work, and prepare proposals and contracts
Coordinate project team assignments and monitor progress against schedule
Serve as primary client liaison, ensuring projects meet schedule, budget, and scope
Manage project communications and documentation
Participate in business development activities and proposal preparation
Benefits
Opportunities for continued professional development
Participation in firm culture and community events
Supportive work environment that upholds core values
Full Job Description
Project Manager
BASIC INFORMATION:
Reporting Structure: Reports to Civic Project Manager or Principal in Charge
Classification: Salaried, Exempt
Salary Range: $100,000 - $135,000 annually DOE
QUALIFICATIONS:
RFM welcomes applications from candidates who bring strong project management expertise, whether licensed or not. We believe great project leadership comes from diverse paths.
Bachelor's degree in architecture, interior design, or a related field from an accredited program plus eight or more years of professional experience, including demonstrated project management responsibility
Architectural or interior design licensure preferred but not required
Strong understanding of the overall design and documentation process; thorough understanding of zoning, building codes, and life safety requirements
Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, schedule, and fee with full responsibility for multiple small to midsize projects
Ability to serve as primary client liaison and bring projects to completion on schedule, within budget, and to the client's satisfaction
Working knowledge of contracts, proposals, and fee estimating
Proficiency in Revit and/or firm project management systems
Honest, direct, and constructive communication; sound professional judgment
SAMPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following is representative of the work performed in this role. It is not exhaustive and other duties may be assigned.
Project Leadership
Manages multiple small to midsize projects with full responsibility for coordinating all aspects of assigned work
Determines scope of work and prepares strategic plans for project success
Actively manages client budgets, schedules, and programs across assigned projects
Estimates fees, determines scope of work, and prepares proposals and contracts
Coordinates project team assignments and monitors progress against schedule
Client and Business Development
Serves as primary client liaison; brings projects to schedule, budget, and scope completion to the client's satisfaction
Manages project communications and documentation
Participates in business development activities and proposal preparation as assigned
Professional Growth
Actively pursues continued professional development within the firm
Participates in firm culture and community events
Upholds RFM's core values in all work and interactions
