Project Manager - Architecture

Overview

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a licensed Architect to join our Land Development team. The Project Manager - Architecture researches, plans, designs and administers building projects to ensure that goals or objectives of the project are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters. The candidate should be a self-starter, driven, high performer with good communication skills.

• Consults with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of new structure or renovation, and prepares information regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time
• Visits project site to become familiar with existing conditions
• Prepares fee proposals and time, cost and staffing budgets for project for Department Head approval
• Directs and coordinates activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget
• Plans layout of project and integrates engineering elements into unified design for client review and approval
• Prepares scale drawings and contract documents for building contractors
• Represents client in obtaining bids and awarding construction contract
• Administers construction contracts and conducts periodic on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with plans
• Prepares studies and reports
• Prepares project designs and plans using computer assisted design software and equipment
• Directs activities of workers engaged in preparing drawings and specification documents
• Resolves client problems and complaints and provides technical advice to project staff
• Performs final quality assurance/buildability review of project documents
• Signs and seals project documents prepared under supervision
• Understands and obeys site safety requirements for construction sites

• Knowledge of the art and science of designing buildings and structures, styles of design, and methods of construction of buildings and other physical structures
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written communication, specifications and drawings
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals or government regulations
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit and other discipline specific software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products
• Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record

• Bachelor’s degree from a five-year college or university
• Architectural license in respective state and current NCARB record which must be maintained on an ongoing basis
• 8+ years of progressive experience in architecture design

Westwood provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.