Project Manager - Aviation

At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet. We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm. We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration. Together we can achieve great things. Success at SOM Means Ideas: We believe in a meritocracy of ideas. We look to everyone to actively contribute to the discourse in the firm. Knowledge: We believe that expertise is the result of lifelong learning. We are not expected to know everything, but rather to passionately pursue answers, develop new skills and deepen our knowledge. Product: We strive for excellence in the concept, quality, and delivery of our work. Individual: We value individuals who bring the highest standards of professionalism and personal integrity in the way they work. Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm. Team: We value the power of interdisciplinary integration. A positive team culture in which everyone collaborates openly towards common goals is essential. Firm: We have a history of making transformative contributions to the profession and our communities. We are constantly innovating and attempting to bring new approaches, solutions and processes to our work. Summary SOM's Airport Practice designs and delivers airport terminal buildings and supporting facilities for domestic and international projects, as well as airport-related architecture, interiors, and master planning. The successful candidate will excel in all aspects of airport project delivery, including client engagement, design-team and consultant coordination, and collaboration with project leaders. Candidates may be focused on Project Management, Architecture, or Terminal Planning, but must be strong leaders and collaborators with a demonstrated ability to lead project delivery while actively strengthening client relationships and contributing to the growth of the Aviation Practice. Architecture Design and delivery of terminal building and support facility projects from master plan validation, early Concept Design through Construction Documentation, and Construction Administration. Leadership of projects teams, direction and coordination of consultants and direct interface / point of contact with clients, program managers and contractors / design builders are all key aspects of the role as a leader in the architecture discipline. Experience with the overall delivery of terminal buildings through multiple of the phases including mentorship of staff level team members, organization and leadership of large interdisciplinary teams. Must be familiar with the end to end design process including cost and schedule management. Business Development SOMs Airports Practice spans multiple offices, seeking work domestically and internationally. Participation in business development and overall coordination across the airports practice will include pre-positioning for projects, development and coordination of consultant teams, leadership and development of responses to RFPs and other solicitations for projects. Based on the strategic growth model, you will participate in the development of the annual business planning strategy including market research, creating new business development opportunities, actively pursuing leads and working hand in hand with our marketing specialists, taking the lead in preparation of proposals. Position Responsibilities Leads the Architectural Project Team through close collaboration with SOM Partners project leadership to achieve design, technical and financial success. Prepares, with Leadership input, quality agreements with clients including letters of intent, memoranda of understanding, and professional service agreements. Executes additional service agreements and gains authorization by phase. Collaborates with Partners and senior team to prepare, issue, and manage compliance plans to align project goals including budget, deliverables and schedule. Gains agreement with the senior team for labor allocation. Chairs weekly team meetings to address variances from the project plan. Administers internal control procedures with Project Accountant including billing, collections, percent complete, expense management, and year-end activities. Analyzes project reports and proactively manages the profitability of a project. Participates actively in project design and technical discussions and decision making. Communicates actively through chairing weekly meetings, issuing meeting minutes and accurate project record keeping and sharing project information and correspondence. Manages owner/client relationship and expectations to allow SOM and team to work effectively, efficiently and collaboratively. Actively leads new business and marketing efforts i #J-18808-Ljbffr som