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Gensler · 1 day ago

Project Manager - Aviation

Washington, DC, US

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$144K/yr - $177K/yr

15+ years exp

Gensler is a leading architecture and design firm seeking a Project Manager for their Aviation team. The role involves managing all phases of design for large complex architectural projects, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring project objectives are met while maintaining client relationships.

ArchitectureCollaborative ConsumptionConsultingProduct DesignReal EstateSports

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Manage all phases of design throughout project scope for large complex architectural projects, including project set-up and entitlements, design and construction administration

Coordinate with Studio Directors, Design Directors, Technical Directors, project team members, clients and other project stakeholders to execute realization of project design goals

Present design and technical solutions in collaboration with the larger design team

Lead communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials

Create and communicate clear and attainable project objectives and project requirements

Assist in the allocation of staff to specific tasks within the overall project scope

Manage project scheduling, budgets, and Start Smart set up with clients, sub-contractors, vendors and consultants

Prepare project work-plans and manage a range of team sizes, comprised of architects, interior designers, job captains and consultants

Serve as the main point of contact for clients; lead client and stakeholder meetings

Actively manage, track and be accountable for financial performance of projects

Prepare proposals, negotiate contracts and fees, coordinate bidding process, partner with Project Accountant to support invoicing

Ensure projects conform to contract

Manage client expectations, team communication and oversight of consultant coordination

Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships

Actively contribute to office activities, initiatives and learning programs

Qualification

Aviation project experienceBuilding codes knowledgeProject management skillsBluebeam RevuAdobe Creative SuiteLEED certificationDelegation skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaborationTime management

Required

Aviation project experience is required

15+ years of project experience in an architectural or engineering practice on large complex projects

Excellent project delivery and design management skills

Able to accurately assess project status, anticipate problems and make a plan to manage the unexpected in a controlled manner

Communicate project information in a clear, complete and explicit manner up and down the organization with clients, studio/office leaders, team members and other project stakeholders

Confident, assertive communicator who has the courage to challenge others, and initiate and drive ideas and solutions forward

Able to manage and optimize time to ensure projects are executed efficiently and on schedule

Able to prioritize and delegate tasks effectively to the appropriate team member

Experience with Bluebeam Revu, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and MS Office

Working knowledge of building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures

Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices; Portfolios will ideally include at least one project (especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, and/or Net Zero Building certification) with this particular focus

Preferred

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture is preferred

Registered architect, or near completion of exams, PMP, and/or LEED AP are preferred

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Wellness programs

Flex spending

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401k

Profit sharing

Employee stock ownership

Twice annual bonus opportunities

Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees

Tuition for certain eligible programs or classes

Company

Gensler

Glassdoor3.9

Gensler is a collaborative design firm that has capabilities in design and architecture across 31 practices.

Founded in 1965

San Francisco, California, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.gensler.com

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