Have you managed projects at an architecture or engineering firm? Are you interested in strategic operations at a high-quality design practice? Are analysis and communication your strong suits?<\/p>\n
\n The Projects & Staff Planner works with our Project Managers and Principals in crafting and updating plans for all design projects. This strategic role also provides contract review & maintenance, anticipates hiring needs, analyzes and initiates improvements, and provides training on best practices.\n <\/p>\n
\n Responsibilities:\n <\/p>\n
Analyze resource planning across all projects, with an eye towards improvement.
\n Develop awareness of each architect\u2019s and engineer\u2019s skills, commitments, and interests through daily communication.
\n Work with individual Project Managers (PMs) and Principals in crafting project plans.
\n Forecast cross-project overlaps (\u201csynergies\u201d) and conflicting demands (\u201cperfect storms\u201d) to keep PMs aware of workflows on other projects impacting their teams.
\n Respond effectively to changes by working with PMs to adjust project plans.
\n Coach, mentor, and train PMs in scheduling methods.
\n Run bi-weekly staffing meetings to present information simultaneously to all Principals.
\n Create graphics and narratives to effectively summarize issues.
\n Keep track of proposal approvals, update database and the project plan accordingly.
\n Anticipate when a project team requires additional resources and when a new project is likely to start. Alert hiring team about needs exceeding current staff.
\n Support PMs and Business Team with client communication on projects\u2019 status such as ASRs and client payments.
\n Assist Business Team with internal transaction reviews and reconciliations.
\n Review contracts with legal and insurance advisors. Ensure execution of a contract\u2019s final version.
\n Respond to client communication regarding contracts and certificates of insurance.
\n Make recommendations when additional planning tools are needed.<\/p>\n
Qualifications:<\/p>\n
Bachelor’s degree in architecture or engineering.
\n Minimum of 3 years of PM experience at an architecture or engineering practice.
\n Experience with scheduling multiple projects is highly desirable.
\n Strong knowledge of pre-design, design, and construction administration phases, along with the work involved in each phase.
\n Knowledge of AIA contracts and other formats.
\n Proficiency in Ajera and\/or Deltek, or other integrated practice management platforms.
\n Proficiency in MS Office applications and Zoom.
\n Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
\n Ability to work in a cross-functional, collaborative environment, to motivate and build trust among colleagues.
\n Demonstrated organizational and multitasking abilities.
\n Active listening skills and effective communication, with a good sense of perspective.
\n A \u201ccan-do\u201d attitude and effective problem-solving skills.<\/p>\n
This position is in person in office, with option for one flex day per week.\n <\/p>\n
\u00a0Compensation:<\/p>\n
$85,000 \u2013 100,000 annually, depending on skills, experience, and education.<\/p>\n
To apply, please upload your resume and letter of interest addressing your qualifications and experience as they relate to the position description at the link below:<\/p>\n