Our client is one of most high end and prestigious design firms in the world and they're in need of a Project Manager to work on innovative projects in the US and internationally. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in architecture with proven experience managing all facets of a project for at least 5+ years.

Responsibilities:

• Manages project services required; maintains internal cost control procedures, monitors and documents project process.
• Contributes to the firm's leadership by enabling clear communications among team leaders, consultants and clients while promoting professional relationships internally and externally.
• Develops and maintains a Project Plan for each project.
• Conduct important client communications and videoconferencing occasionally after hours to coincide with regular business hours in the project locale.
• Convey valuable design information from the client to the design team.
• Prepares services agreement in conjunction with Project Partner.
• Serves as primary contact with client, external consultants and vendors.
• Receives and distributes project communication regarding delivery of services to all team leaders.
• Documents all phases of service.
• Chairs weekly project coordination meetings on all active projects.
• Schedules and chairs all client meetings. Records the minutes of these meetings and documents action items.
• Monitors services vis-à-vis the contract requirements and identifies changes in project scope, schedule or service that result in supplemental or additional services and bring such changes to the immediate attention of the client and Project Partner.
• Prepares, in conjunction with Project Accountant, appropriate billings and pursues payment compliant with services agreement.
• Maintains and updates project data in a timely fashion to insure accurate reporting of earnings and accurate billings.
• Reviews timecards on a weekly basis for conformance with the Project Plan.
• Supervises one or more employees.
• Participates in marketing and business development.
• Actively pursues opportunities for professional development.

Desired skills/experience:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5 or more years of progressively responsible project management experience.
• Licensed Architect
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of architectural design, drafting, detailing, building materials, building codes, construction techniques and costs.
• Strong analytical, oral and written communication skills with the ability to build quick rapport with all levels of employees, clients, consultants and vendors.
• Proven ability in problem identification, problem solving and conflict resolution.
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally on a regular basis.
• Strong multi-tasking skills.
• **must be eligible to live and work in the United States

Please send resume and work samples to Liz.Jasinski@opuscareers.com

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