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HKS, Inc. · 4 months ago

Project Manager - Life Science/Education

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

HKS, Inc. is seeking a talented Project Manager to join their Life Science/Education team. This role involves managing project execution, building client relationships, and mentoring staff while ensuring project goals and quality standards are met.

Architecture

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Acts as a primary client relationship for respective project, building and strengthening connections through a comprehensive understanding of their project mission, goals, policies, needs and progress

Manages the execution and delivery of implementation documents through all phases of a project, including post-occupancy evaluation and sharing/harvesting lessons learned and project impact

Collaborates on the design process including programming client needs, conceptual and schematic design, design development, document preparation and construction administration

Coordinates project team interaction both internally and all other project participants

Manages the project team in collaboration with other disciplines to establish design solutions that can be technically implemented within the constraints of the project goals, budgets, available time and within local ordinances and codes

May lead client presentations and public hearings as needed

Monitors project to anticipate potential risks and collaborates with the PIC, legal team and client to resolve issues

Holds project team responsible for detailed code and zoning analysis, performance analysis and deliverables on HKS standards, best practices and quality expectations

Collaborates in project meeting management, including scheduling, determining meeting purpose, preparing agendas and meeting report and maintaining action items log on regular basis

Attends on-site visits and field reviews as necessary

Actively invests in the professional development of staff through mentoring, performance management and career planning

Develops, recognizes, recruits and grows diverse talent

Resolves conflict effectively and encourages a healthy team environment

Assists PIC/PM with the development and management of project job costs, budget and resourcing projections

Collaborates with PIC/PM on project financial performance, such as confirming invoices are paid current before issuing documents

Understands fundamental accounting principles and the project accounting process

Collaborates in and may be responsible for delivering a project on defined budget requirements

Builds, updates and executes project schedule assuring deliverables are completed on time and aligned with the budgeted labor; recalibrates as necessary

Maintains accountability to project plan and planned utilization rate

Understands contract and recognizes additional services needed

May participate in the pursuit and marketing of potential projects

Supports PIC and may lead the business development process by identifying new opportunities, marketing current clients for repeat business and assisting with proposals, budgets and schedules

Qualification

Architectural RegistrationSustainable design accreditationArchitectural design experienceRevitAutoCADMS Office SuiteBuilding codes knowledgeLogistics managementDiplomatic leadershipPresentation skillsOrganizational skillsClear communication

Required

Accredited professional degree in Architecture or equivalent in education or experience

Typically 8+ years of experience

Firsthand and sustained experience in all phases of architectural design and construction

Advanced knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines

Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems and QA/QC process

Advanced knowledge of building codes, constructability and accessibility guidelines

Experience in logistics management

Strong presentation skills

Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time

Ability to manage team with diplomatic and collaborative leadership style which puts value on relationships and collaboration, both internal and external

Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing

Preferred

Architectural Registration strongly preferred

Sustainable design accreditation preferred

Familiarity in the capability and benefits of architectural and performance analytical software such as Revit, AutoCAD, 3D modeling, parametric design and performance analysis software preferred

Experience in MS Office Suite, including Microsoft Project and Microsoft Teams preferred

Company

HKS, Inc.

Glassdoor4.3

HKS is a global firm of architects, designers, planners and advisors who create places noted for their beauty and performance.

Founded in 1939

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, ARE

1001-5000 employees

http://www.hksinc.com/

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