HKS, Inc. · 2 months ago
Sr. Project Manager - Mission Critical
HKS, Inc. is a leading firm in the architecture and design industry, and they are seeking a Senior Project Manager for Mission Critical projects. The role involves managing project execution, fostering client relationships, and ensuring project success through effective leadership and coordination across multiple teams.
Architecture
Responsibilities
Acts as primary client relationship owner, 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 projects, 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
Oversees coordination of project team interaction both internally and all other project participants
Facilitates team’s self-evaluation to distill and distribute project lessons learned within the firm
Oversees application of products and materials appropriate for the project
Integrates HKS expertise and innovation in all projects, while actively seeking opportunities to incorporate HKS best practices, sustainable design solutions, subject matter expertise and resources strategically and efficiently for the client, user and community
Manages and oversees the project teams 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
Exercises skills of persuasion and negotiation on critical issues through the scope of the project
Leads 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 teams responsible for detailed code and zoning analysis, performance analysis and deliverables on HKS standards, best practices and quality expectations
Oversees 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
Travel will be required
Qualification
Required
Accredited professional degree in Architecture or equivalent in education or experience
Typically 15+ years of experience
Architectural Registration strongly preferred
Sustainable design accreditation preferred
Advanced skills in Bluebeam required
Intermediate skills in Navisworks required
Basic skills in Revit required; intermediate preferred
Basic knowledge of Rhino, Grasshopper, Dynamo, Twinmotion, Escape or other visualization tools required
Intermediate skills in Illustrator and InDesign required
Basic skills in Photoshop required
Advanced experience in all phases of architectural design and construction required
Basic experience in Vision required
Advanced skills in MS Office Suite required
Advanced experience with the entire project lifecycle, through post occupancy required
Advanced knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines required
Advanced knowledge of materials, construction techniques, building codes architectural building systems, accessibility guidelines and QA/QC process required
Advanced skills in managing a team and performing duties in a fast-paced environment required
Advanced skills in logistics management including connecting people and resources to the right place at the right time required
Advanced presentation, graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas required
Advanced organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time required
Advanced ability to manage team with diplomatic and collaborative leadership style which puts value on relationships and collaboration, both internal and external required
Advanced ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing required
Advanced ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions required
Advanced ability to collaborate and encourage collaboration in a team environment required
Advanced ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality required
Preferred
Architectural Registration strongly preferred
Sustainable design accreditation preferred
Intermediate skills in Revit preferred
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision care coverage
401(k) plans
Life & AD&D insurance
Short/long term disability plans
Paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, vacation)
Company
HKS, Inc.
HKS is a global firm of architects, designers, planners and advisors who create places noted for their beauty and performance.
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