Architectural Project Manager - Retail/Banking

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is currently looking for an Architectural Project Manager to join our Commercial Architecture team in Irvine, CA!

Architecture should serve the people who use the space every day. We design buildings that support operations, adapt to changing needs, and perform reliably over time. From circulation and layout to durability and maintenance considerations, our focus is on creating spaces that function well now and in the future.

Online shopping and rapidly shifting trends have changed the way consumers shop for goods and services. Our team of professionals possess a holistic understanding of the evolving retail landscape and the challenges that arise in competitive shopping spaces across the nation. From strategic program management to building assessment to aggressive store rollouts, we collaborate closely with our clients to deliver exceptional experiences that build brand loyalty and customer retention for a diverse range of communities. 

Responsibilities

• Prepare effective work plans and labor budgets for proposals and projects.
• Work with National Commerica/Retail Market and Regional Leaders to establish and implement a strategy for growing our Buildings footprint in California. 
• Maintain consistent communication with Market and Regional leadership and provide monthly updates on project and business development activity.
• Monitor time schedules and capital cost budgets on projects to satisfy the client as well as control work and productivity.
• Responsible for the quality control/quality assurance process on all assigned projects.
• Strive to achieve predetermined goals for profit, productivity targets, schedule of events and an estimation of staff requirements as necessary.
• Hold team meetings ensuring procedures governing review and approval of projects are followed prior to submission of completed work.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with employees involved in projects to ensure utilization targets are met.
• Assists with the selection, negotiation, and managing of all activities regarding external clients.
• Review monthly labor and cost reports to ensure projects are being completed at the predetermined profit goal.
• Mentor staff on executing government project types.
• May oversee the activities of assigned staff, including but not limited to timesheet review and approval, performance evaluation and daily supervision.

Qualifications

• A professional degree in architecture from an accredited institution.
• Professional Licensure in the state of California preferred.
• Eight (8) or more years’ experience leading commercial/retail design projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated but also willing and able to effectively work as part of a larger team to drive results.
• Ability to effectively perform as a key team leader (demonstrate collaboration and respect for others; contribute; lead by example, etc.).
• Ability to build collaborative relationships.
• Demonstrate advanced technical and non-technical writing, editing and proofreading skills.
• Proficient in REVIT, AutoCAD Architecture version 2022.
• Project scheduling skills and management skills.
• 3D Rendering Software capabilities preferred.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $104,000 to $135,000 per year (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!