Senior Project Manager, Aviation + Transportation

HOK designs buildings and spaces that respond to the needs of people and the environment. Our designers are rooted in technical excellence, driven by imagination and focused on a solitary goal: to deliver solutions that inspire clients and communities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership:

• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
• Consistently provides complete and timely communication of project information to and from clients and project team. Responsible for managing project using the Deltek Project Management system; completes work plans in Deltek; including identification of project team members, budget, consultants, schedule for completion, fees and costs as well as project change notices or other actions taking place on the assigned project.
• Fosters a culture of external and internal client service.
• Participates on and/or leads multiple project teams as Senior Project Manager.
• Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
• Assists with negotiating fees and contracts.
• Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the Project Leadership Team.
• Assists senior management in the preparation and execution of consultant contracts.
• Assists senior management in developing and validating project scope and fee, budget, and scope of services during the marketing and contract development process.
• Ensures that budgets have been developed to provide for Quality Management Program through the life of the Project.
• Assists in preparing project presentations. May participate and/or lead client presentations.

Management:

• Communicates with consultants, contractors, sub-consultants and other disciplines to ensure effective communication.
• Works with Project Architect to avoid or eliminate conflicts in schedule due to the changes in various projects.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with consultants and clients.
• Plans, organizes and manages project. Provides on-going communication through team meetings/minutes/up-date memos to project team.
• Monitors construction administration during the construction phase

Client Interface:

• Consults with client to determine function and spatial requirements and prepares information regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time. Plans layouts of projects and integrates engineering elements into unified design for client review and approval.
• Responsible for maintaining client relationships throughout project. Keeps client apprised of project progress on regular basis. Initiates and maintains contact with other key project individuals for clarification, coordination and negotiation of critical issues.

Business Development:

• Assists in development of fee proposals for marketing proposals.
• Identifies new business opportunities while developing current client relationships. Listens for and seek out new projects which may exist or are being formulated.
• Participates in selected marketing and business development opportunities.
• Participates in developing annual business plan for the Regional Practice.

Staff Development:

• Provides leadership including professional development coaching and mentoring staff.
• Defines staff requirements for projects as needed or directed. Makes recommendations to senior management for staff promotions/terminations for project team and Architecture discipline. May participate in interviews and recruiting of professional staff.

Required Skills

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD/Architectural Desktop preferred.
• Ability to work in team environment.
• Advanced knowledge of sustainability, integrated design and LEED guidelines.
• Proficiency in NewForma preferred.
• Ability to effectively work in a team atmosphere. Ability to be flexible in multi-tasking and assignment adjustments.
• Ability to manage multiple projects of a complex scope.
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Deltek Vision preferred.
• Possess strong hand and CAD drafting skills.
• Strong knowledge of design, trends, construction methodology, material application, and manufacturer-supplier appropriateness.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Thorough knowledge of buildingSMART, Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Integrated Project Delivery (IDP).
• Understanding of 3D Modeling software such as 3D Studio Max and Viz 2006.
• Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup, and InDesign graphic software.
• Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems.
• Proficiency in Revit as required of Project Leaders.
• Proficiency in Primavera or MS Project preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Able to demonstrate proven and effective communication and leadership skills

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or equivalent in education or experience required. Master’s degree preferred.
• Licensed Architect with current registration in your region preferred, if licensure is offered in your region.
• NCARB registration preferred.
• LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred.
• 13 years’ experience in architectural practice with prior management experience in all phases of projects through post-occupancy.

Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, education and location. The typical salary range for this position is $160,000 - $170,000.

Location

1065 Ave of the Americas, 6th Flr, New York, New York

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular