GFT is seeking a Sr. Architectural Project Manager to join our Architectural Studio in New York! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our New York, NY office three days a week.
As a Sr. Architectural Project Manager you will need to be a motivated educational sector leader with a positive attitude to serve public clients, lead diverse design teams, and drive quality production and prompt project delivery. You will be challenged to produce high quality work in a fast-paced and intellectually engaging environment.
We are seeking to make a long-term professional investment in you. Once hired, our studio leader will meet with you to review your professional goals and establish a career track to allow for continued growth within our organization.
In this capacity, you will be responsible for the following:
- Be a client facing representative for GFT Architecture, project a positive attitude and be able to gain our client’s trust.
- Generate project scopes, schedules, and budgets and be responsible for achieving and/or exceeding our performance in these areas.
- Lead complex projects and diverse project teams to serve clients with the aim of deepening our relationships.
- Leading through example by driving high-quality production of construction documents, including detailed drawings, specifications, estimates, and more.
- Serve as the primary contact with public agency clients on key projects.
- Ensure that project quality requirements are followed.
- Travel and lead teams on site visits as required for projects.
- Research and become familiar with client requirements including program, guidelines, and standards.
- Perform comprehensive code, life-safety, and product research.
- Lead projects starting from initial survey, full design, and through construction.
- Lead the development of design concepts and presentations that clearly express the project goals and concepts.
- Lead production teams in the development of technical details including coordination with engineering disciplines.
- Coordinate work of all disciplines.
- Supervise preparation of project specifications.
- Supervise the review of shop drawings and construction RFIs.
- Help guide and mentor emerging architectural design staff.
- Lead and/or assist with the preparation of proposals responding to RFQ’s, RFP’s and other solicitations.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Architecture Degree or Master of Architecture Degree
- Experience with software such as Revit Architecture, BlueBeam Revu, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office
- Experience with SpecLink platform is a plus
- Effective writer, communicator, detail-oriented designer
- Able to work collaboratively with staff and clients on multiple projects
- In depth knowledge of International Building Codes, NFPA, ADA, LEED, and related standards
- Organized individual with a positive team building spirit with a collaborative one team attitude.
- Public sector experience with agencies such as: NYC DDC, DASNY, NYCHA or other NYC public sector clients.
What we prefer you bring:
- Licensed/Registered Architect and/or on the path to licensure in the United States
- 15-20 years’ experience in Architectural Production
- 10 years’ experience in Architectural Project Management
- Familiarity with institutional building types and requirements
Compensation:
The range for this position is salary range is $140,000 - $175,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
Featured Benefits:
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
Location New York, NYCore Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time
