10+ years of experience managing ground-up commercial architecture projects
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or related field
Licensed Architect or in the licensure process preferred
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit
Familiarity with Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and Newforma
Thorough knowledge of building codes
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to coordinate a complete set of contract documents
Responsibilities
Plan, schedule, and coordinate all phases of the project
Prepare and maintain project schedules
Discuss project health with operations leader
Alert Business Operations Manager to changing project conditions
Maintain project planner and update weekly for staffing meetings
Issue and get approval for additional services
Utilize resource groups for design and construction document preparation
Coordinate with contracts team for project execution
Represent WM at public design review meetings
Assemble and manage the consultant team for the project
Mentor junior project members and assist studio leader
Assist in writing and reviewing proposals
Coordinate with accounting on invoicing and payments
Oversee project consultants through all phases
Collaborate with QC studio for document reviews
Benefits
Opportunity to lead innovative design projects
Collaborative work environment with diverse teams
Mentorship opportunities for junior staff
Engagement in public design review and presentations
Access to company resource groups for enhanced project execution
Full Job Description
As a Senior Project Manager at Ware Malcomb, you will deliver innovative design projects to diverse clients through all phases. You will lead internal and external teams, be financially responsible for projects by adhering to budgets and workplans and oversee the development of contract documents. As the primary client contact, your leadership and exceptional client service ensures project success.
Your Role
Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate phases of the project (Typical: Conceptual, Schematic, Design Development, Construction Document, and Construction services).
Preparation of project schedules.
Discusses their project health both administratively and technically with their operations leader.
Alerts the Business Operations Manager to any changing project conditions that need to be elevated to office leadership.
Maintains project planner for all phases of their projects and updates them each week to discuss during their weekly staffing meetings with studio leadership.
Issues add services and gets them approved in a timely manner prior to starting work on additional scope for any of their projects.
Utilize the company's resource groups for design, preparation of design and construction documents. Provide construction services (Site visits, review shop drawings, etc.).
Coordinates with the contracts team for the successful execution of the project contract.
Represent WM at required jurisdiction public design review or development approval meetings and project presentations when required.
Assembles the consultant team for the project (Identify scope of work, collect fees, select consultants, and facilitate contracts) as required.
Assists the studio leader and is a resource and mentor to junior project members within the office.
Assists in writing and reviewing proposals and the consultant team with the studio leader.
Coordinates with the accounting team regarding accounts receivable, consultants payable, and invoicing.
Coordinates the project consultants through all phases of the project.
Works with the QC studio, peer reviewer, or dedicated Project Architect to review all phases of the contract documents prior to issuance.
Qualifications
10+ years of experience managing ground up commercial architecture projects
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, or related field
Licensed Architect or in the licensure process preferred
AutoCAD and Revit skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and Newforma
Thorough knowledge of building codes
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to coordinate a complete set of contract documents
About Ware Malcomb
Ware Malcomb is an architecture and design firm that specializes in commercial and industrial projects. The company was founded in 1972 and is based in Irvine, California. Ware Malcomb has completed a wide range of projects, including office buildings, retail centers, industrial facilities, and healthcare facilities. The company is committed to sustainability and has completed several LEED-certified projects. Ware Malcomb is also committed to innovation and uses the latest technology and design techniques to create functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces.
