Project Manager - Architecture

About the role

At Russo Development and Russo Property Management, we build more than properties - we build inspiration and purpose. As a privately held, family-owned company with over 50 years of success, our legacy includes more than 6,500 luxury apartment homes, 60+ industrial projects, and a growing data center portfolio across northern New Jersey. Our team is guided by our core CARES values - Character, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Service - which shape how we work, lead, and serve. In 2023, Russo Property Management was proud to be named the Top Management Company for Market Rate Apartments by the New Jersey Apartment Association. If you’re passionate about quality, community, and making a lasting impact, we’d love to meet you.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Project Manager - Architecture to join our growing team. The Project Architect will work together with an in-house design team, on behalf of the developer, to manage the coordination of design consultants including architecture/MEP/structural/interior design and landscape architects. The candidate chosen for this position will be based out of our corporate office in Carlstadt, NJ.

Responsibilities

• Manage the design process for mixed‑use or industrial/data center warehousing projects.
• Oversee the design process including management of external consultants (architectural, MEP, structural, interior designer and landscape architects).
• Review and coordinate drawings, keeping the design schedule on track.
• Assess and develop conceptual building designs using Sketch‑up Modeling, requiring strong building elevation design experience.
• Collaborate with design team members on site planning and site design.
• Maintain strong understanding of code standards including International Building Code, Accessibility Codes and Energy Code.
• Assist the construction team in problem solving, value engineering and submittals.

Requirements

• BS degree in Architecture or related field.
• 7+ years of experience, with a strong background in design and construction coordination for large multi‑family mixed‑use projects and industrial warehousing.
• Possess strong managerial and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Sketchup, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign to design various building elevation concepts for owner’s approval.
• Demonstrated ability in site planning and building design.
• Exhibit strong technical, verbal, and written skills.
• Organized and able to work well in a collaborative team environment.
• Able to excel in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong 3‑D modeling/rendering skills is a plus.

Pay

110k-140k BOE