Architectural Project Manager | Higher Ed

Overview At Corgan we are passionate about great design but the best thing we build is each other. Here, you’ll find camaraderie and collaboration as abundantly as curiosity and creativity. Corgan is a welcoming and supportive environment that provides significant career advantages. You’ll find room to grow, freedom to explore — and the safety to fail. Thank you for your interest in joining our curious, passionate, hardworking team.Corgan is actively recruiting a dynamic Architectural Project Manager to join the firm as part of our Education team to focus on Higher Education. Tackle these responsibilities alongside a team of creative, highly motivated individuals who are passionate about their work and ready to collaborate to achieve outstanding results. Our ideal team member is passionate and progressively seeking more responsibilities to expand their expertise. Responsibilities Develop competitive fee structures reflecting defined scope of services for project pursuitsEstablish and manage project schedulesOversee the completion of projects on time and within fee budgetAnticipate, understand and manage client expectationsProvide leadership to staff by identifying project studio team members’ roles and responsibilities, leveraging their strengths, providing stretch opportunities, and offering mentorshipLead and encourage open dialogue with project team regarding design and technical ideation and facilitate appropriate solutionsMotivate the project team to meet project goals through encouragement and/or course correctionOversee administration of construction phase procedures and documentation (shop drawings/submittals, requests for information, and addenda/clarifications)Oversee development and presentation of appropriate technical solutions to project stakeholdersDrive the coordination of internal staff, external consultants and other stakeholders to achieve a cohesive and collaborative project team.Attend and conduct presentations Actively explore and recognize new business opportunities through professional networksDrive each project team to seek innovation in design solutions in an ongoing spirit of curiosity, continuous improvement, and increased project performanceDevelop effective project directives, outlines, projections, schedules, and strategies over the course of the projectOversee development and communication of appropriate project phasingManage all facets of project production resulting in a thorough set of documentsIdentify solutions and effectively resolve technical challenges Understand and apply appropriate industry standards and construction practicesOversees, and is responsible for, the identification, understanding and documentation of regulatory agencies’ requirements, as well as recognizing and resolving code-related design issuesOversee quality assurance processes and quality control of project documentsDemonstrate, share, and appropriately apply, new methodologies, practices, codes, and productsMaintain awareness of, and appropriately apply, new methodologies, practices, codes, and productsAttend and conduct presentationsManage client relationsProvide leadership to staff Qualifications This role is an in-office positionBachelors Degree from an NAAB accredited program or equivalent8+ years of architectural experience, to include experience in Higher EducationProfessional registrationHigh commitment to QA/QCAbility to be hands-on and produce when neededKnows how to research and document codes for specific projects Experience managing a variety of consultants and contractorsInterest in sustainable designProficiency or experience with managing overall project fees and schedulesCandidates should be efficient with coordinating project deliverables and client expectationsConfident presentation abilityPotential travel opportunitiesCorgan creates opportunities for personal and professional growth that bring out the best in ourselves and those around us by sharpening skills, leveraging technology, and encouraging communication. Our commitment to the highest standards of professional ethics is unwavering. Our passion, drive for excellence, and abiding curiosity guide us each day in our interaction with our clients, partners, associates, and with each other. Corgan promotes a healthy work-life balance by removing obstacles and allowing you to focus on what you love doing, both inside and outside the office.Join Corgan and help make amazing places at a place that makes you amazing!This position is designated as full-time on-site and requires the employee to be physically present at the assigned office location Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Regular, reliable on-site attendance is an essential function of this role.*Only applications received through our website will be considered. For design positions, please also be sure to upload your portfolio or review of your application will be delayed.* EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet#LI-MS1Job SummaryCategory: ArchitectureEmployee Type: Regular Full-Time