Architectural Project Manager

The role at a glance NBBJ Seattle is seeking a Healthcare Project Manager. The studio is seeking someone who can work independently and collaboratively with a team to manage healthcare projects of varying sizes and lead work efforts of others, oversee the production of project deliverables, and interpret client needs. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and teamwork skills, and the motivation to engage with the array of NBBJ’s resources in achieving high-performance, sustainable outcomes. In your new role, you will Build and maintain day-to-day working relationship with clients and consultants Develop and execute a management work plan for projects Manage team complexity – plan, organize, and supervise the work of a design staff of approximately 3 to 10+ individuals Negotiate and draft contracts and amendments. Proactively work to ensure financial success of each project Be responsible for accuracy and applicability of documents for entire projects Lead decision making process with fiscal accountability and responsibility Assist with proposal preparation and participate in client presentations/interviews Be responsible for all correspondence, reports, documentation, and general administration for each project Be responsible for execution of projects within the boundaries of the design intent Apply sound and diversified knowledge of architectural principals for all aspects of projects Make independent decisions on architectural problems and methods Solve problems creatively with consultants Assist with business development and collaborate with other studios, as needed Develop and leverage existing client relationship for the purposes of wining work What you will need to succeed 10‑15 years or more of professional experience in Architecture At least five years as a licensed Architect Must have a proven track record as a Project Manager with complex healthcare projects involving work that ranges from Pre‑design through Construction Administration, including contract negotiation, work plan development and the ability to work with a variety of project delivery methodologies Bachelor's degree; B Arch or M Arch desired LEED Accreditation or within 18 months of hire Excellent leadership, verbal and communication skills, and effective client relationship skills and talent for leading and working with diverse teams of designers Ability to potentially lead and manage multiple projects with competing deadlines Ability to work in a collaborative, design focused open environment Ability to travel as the project(s) requires Why choose NBBJ? NBBJ has been named three times by Fast Company as one of the most innovative architecture firms. Founded in 1943, our first office opened over 75 years ago in Seattle, Washington. We now have over 10 office locations around the globe. We are a transdisciplinary, cross‑practice focused firm with a deep portfolio of Civic & Cultural, Commercial, Corporate, Healthcare, Higher Education, Science and Technology, Sports, and Urban Environment projects. We also have several areas of service expertise including Architecture, Environmental Graphic Design, Interior Design, Lighting Design, Workplace Consulting and more. In the past decade, NBBJ has received more than 300 awards from leading global, national and regional award programs across the business, real estate and design communities. We work with 5 of the top global high‑tech companies, 14 of the U.S. News and World Report Top Hospitals, and 4 of the top 10 highest‑ranked learning institutions. Our clients include institutional leaders such as Cambridge University, Google, Samsung, Cleveland Clinic, Tencent, and Stanford University. NBBJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr