Architect Project Manager

Project Manager – Klover Architects, Inc.Klover Architects is seeking an Architectural Project Manager with demonstrated experience leading architectural design and construction documentation projects from concept through construction administration.Klover is a full-service design firm specializing in the retail, multifamily, mixed-use, office, restaurant, and hospitality markets. We are professionally registered in 50 states and the District of Columbia providing innovative design solutions for the real world.Your role will be a key part of the organization as we continue to move forward with our goals for growth. If you're looking for a great next step in your career, this position truly is it. Klover offers you the potential to grow with our organization while working with a highly collaborative team, especially for a candidate who steps into this role and owns it.The Project Manager is responsible for exercising independent judgment in evaluation, selection, and use of standard technique. This position takes an active role in directing and processing work for daily activities accurately and efficiently through the company systems (Auto Cad | Revit | Microsoft Office Suites).Primary ResponsibilitiesFosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the Project Leadership TeamLeads team in planning work and developing solutions to technical and design detail problemsEstablish, maintain, and adhere to project budget and schedule.Prepares client presentations and presents design concepts and drawingsEnsures that construction detail documentation conforms to quality assurance, quality control and Klover best practice standardsAssures Klover document standards are met and archives documents appropriatelySets up project team software parameters and manages standardsCommunicates with client representatives to verify design requirements and specifications, progress reviews and delivery of final presentation.Mentors and directs the work of less experienced staff and professionals.Assist reporting staff to use resource materials including: Code books, architectural design practices, mathematics, building materials, and/or general construction technology to complete drawings.Assures the overall strategy for producing documents and organizing date is filled. This includes incorporating elements in the Building Information Model (BIM) or other 3D ModelCommunicates with other disciplines, vendors, and contractors to ensure incorporation of all information into project requirements and provides support as necessaryCoordinates use and tracks shared electronic documentation and files with project team, clients and consultants.Assists in planning and conducting work making minor adaptations and modifications to complete working drawing set(s)Review the quality of your own work and others. Utilize checklist and/or research documents to support your methods and practices. Review drawings to and correct any errors/omissions prior to submittal to Studio Director and/or Principle(s)Review projects to assure that the current set of designs reflect the latest changesReview the Contract and know the scope of work to be completed. Keep Principle(s), Studio Director abreast of when you or your staff have been requested to perform additional servicesWrites reports and memos to consultants and vendors to issue changes and track resolutionsAttends on-site visits, field reviews and project meetings and may prepare and coordinate the review of contractor's schedules, submission of shop drawings and samplesParticipates in team meetings to help resolve project issues, coordination with other disciplines, schedule adherence, technical issuesPrepares meeting minutes of consultant coordination meetingsTakes an active role in the billing procedures including: knowledge of what phase of the project(s) are complete and matching the billing, structure to that phase and taking a proactive approach to any problems that may delay billing prior to billing submittalOther duties as assignedEducation & Skills You Need to Bring With YouFrom a technical perspective, our ideal candidate will bring the following skills & experience with them:Bachelor's Degree in Architecture requiredMinimum 5 to 7 years related experience in architecture and project managementArchitectural registration preferredAdvanced knowledge of design, trends, construction methodology, material application, and manufacturer-supplier appropriatenessAdvanced knowledge of architectural building systemsAdvanced knowledge of building codes and ability to research and apply/incorporate into technical documentsProficiency in Revit and AutoCADProficiency in Microsoft Office SuitesStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to effectively meet deadlinesMotivated, self-directed, problem solver and ability to work in both individual and team settingsLess than 10 percent travel to local construction sitesWe're a collaborative group, getting things done together, enjoying our collegial environment and working with each other. Fit is really important to us. We're a group of down to earth people who are willing to roll up our sleeves to get the job done; whoever comes to join us should have that same mindset, a sense of humor, a strong technical mind, accountability for deadlines and self-motivation and energy.We offer a really competitive compensation package, great benefits, casual work environment and the opportunity to progress with us.If you're interested in learning more, we'd like to hear from you. Hit the apply button, send along your resume, and let us know why you think you're the one for us with your cover letter. We're looking forward to hearing from you.