Ware Malcomb

Full-service design firm: architecture, planning, interiors

Project Manager - Architecture

Architectural DesignPosted on Nov 11

Full-timeNewark, NJ, USA$97k - $114k /yrHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience in the field of Architecture.
Diverse commercial experience, including industrial, office, and/or retail projects.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture.
AutoCAD and Revit skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and Newforma.
Thorough knowledge of building codes.
Ability to coordinate a complete set of contract documents.

Responsibilities

Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate project phases, including conceptual, schematic, design development, construction document, and construction services.
Prepare project schedules.
Discuss project health, both administratively and technically, with the operations leader.
Alert the Business Operations Manager to changing project conditions that need to be elevated to office leadership.
Maintain and update the project planner for all project phases for discussion during weekly staffing meetings with studio leadership.
Issue additional services and obtain approval in a timely manner before starting work on additional scope.
Use the firm's resource groups for design and preparation of design and construction documents.
Provide construction services, including site visits and shop drawing reviews.
Coordinate with the contracts team for successful project contract execution.
Represent the firm at required jurisdictional public design review or development approval meetings and project presentations.
Assemble the project consultant team by identifying scope of work, collecting fees, selecting consultants, and facilitating contracts.
Assist the studio leader by mentoring junior project members.
Assist the studio leader with writing and reviewing proposals and coordinating the consultant team.
Coordinate with the accounting team regarding accounts receivable, consultant payables, and invoicing.
Coordinate project consultants through all phases of the project.
Work with the QC studio, peer reviewer, or dedicated Project Architect to review all phases of contract documents before issuance.
Assist the studio or office leader with marketing to existing and new clients for repeat or new work, as requested.

Salary Range: 97000 to 114000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

Are you ready to join a growth-oriented team where creativity meets innovation? At Ware Malcomb, we are a dynamic and forward-thinking design firm committed to pushing the boundaries. Our team-oriented, collaborative approach ensures that every project is a blend of visionary design, seamless project delivery, and we are actively engaged with both the community and the industry. Discover our vibrant culture to get an inside look into life at Ware Malcomb and the programs we offer. https://waremalcomb.com/life-at-ware-malcomb/

As a 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 phases include conceptual, schematic, design development, construction document and construction services.
Prepare the project schedule.
Discuss the project health, both administratively and technically, with the operations leader.
Alert the Business Operations Manager to any changing project conditions that need to be elevated to office leadership.
Maintain and update the project planner for all phases of projects to discuss during weekly staffing meetings with studio leadership.
Issue add services and get them approved in a timely manner prior to starting work on any additional scope.
Utilize Ware Malcomb’s resource groups for design, preparation of design and construction documents.
Provide construction services (site visits, review shop drawings, etc.)
Coordinate with the contracts team for the successful execution of the project contract.
Represent Ware Malcomb at required jurisdiction public design review or development approval meetings and project presentations when required.
Assemble the consultant team for the project; Identify scope of work, collect fees, select consultants, and facilitate contracts.
Assist the studio leader by being a resource to mentor junior project members.
Assist in writing and reviewing proposals and the consultant team with the studio leader.
Coordinate with the accounting team regarding accounts receivable, consultants payable, and invoicing.
Coordinate the project consultants through all phases of the project.
Work with the QC studio, peer reviewer, or dedicated Project Architect to review all phases of the contract documents prior to issuance.
Assist the studio or office leader with marketing as requested to existing and new clients for repeat or new work.

Qualifications

7+ years of experience in the field of Architecture
Diverse commercial experience including Industrial, office, and/or retail project experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
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

Established in 1972, Ware Malcomb is a dynamic, forward-thinking commercial real estate design firm providing professional architecture, interior design, civil engineering, branding, building measurement, structural engineering and MEP engineering services to clients throughout the world. With office locations throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Brazil, the firm specializes in the design of office, industrial, science & technology, healthcare, multifamily, retail, hospitality and public/institutional projects.

The firm is also ranked among the top 10 Architecture/Engineering firms in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms and the Top 30 Interior Design Firms in Interior Design magazine’s Top 100 Giants. For more information, visit waremalcomb.com.

About the Company

Ware Malcomb

Full-service design firm: architecture, planning, interiors

Ware Malcomb provides architecture, planning, interior design, civil engineering, branding, and building measurement for commercial, corporate, industrial, healthcare, science/technology, retail, and residential sectors. Its projects combine multidisciplinary services with data-informed decisions and market insights to tailor solutions to each client and build long-term relationships. The firm differentiates itself with an integrated, end-to-end offering under one roof, strong client service, and attention to how trends like nearshoring and post-pandemic workspace changes affect design. Its goal is to deliver practical, high-quality design and consulting solutions that help clients adapt to changing business realities while growing through ongoing collaborations.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: N/A
Total funding: $8.1M
Headquarters: Irvine, CA
Founded: 1972

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