Senior Project Manager

About the role

The Los Angeles office of SmithGroup is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our dynamic team. This individual will manage a range of architectural projects, from small to large, ensuring client satisfaction and project success.

Responsibilities

• Manage a range of small to large size architectural projects, assuming primary responsibility for client leadership, communication and satisfaction.
• Provide leadership and management necessary to strategize successful project delivery, financial performance and risk mitigation.
• Develop and manage positive client relationships and work as the client’s advocate by identifying and balancing client expectations within the context of contractual obligations, corporate goals, and client satisfaction.
• Communicate with all project participants, internal staff, consultants, clients, owners, contractors and jurisdictions in an effective and collaborative manner.
• Develop and define project schedule to meet contractual obligations and to match team size and skill. Establish and update project staffing requirements consistent with contractual obligations.
• Provide technical and administrative supervision of the multi-disciplinary project staff assuring the technical, administrative and schedule targets are met within the framework of corporate policy and in accordance with applicable professional and corporate standards.
• Take responsibility for overall client satisfaction, service, quality and financial performance.
• Manage project communiques, delivery and deliverables to ensure the highest quality of documentation and professionalism.
• Participate in business development efforts through learning/understanding the local client market, maintaining an active role in professional organizations and supporting proposal development and interviews.
• Mentor junior staff and participate in performance coaching.
• Participate in the recruitment and interviewing process as requested.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• Minimum 15 years of project management experience leading Higher Education, Science & Technology, Health Care and Commercial projects of varying types and complexity.
• LEED AP preferred.
• Architectural Registration required.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in working in a multi-disciplinary team setting, collaborating, mentoring and client satisfaction.
• Thorough knowledge of the entire project delivery process and ability to lead design efforts through all project stages, including leadership with the client, contractors, and internal team.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Cloud Suite.
• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics for financial management, reporting and resource planning; preferred.

Qualifications

• Passionate about design and innovation.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to balance client expectations with project constraints.
• Experience with project management software and tools.
• Knowledge of relevant building codes and regulations.

Skills

• Project Management
• Client Relations
• Technical Supervision
• Financial Management
• Collaboration
• Communication

Benefits

At SmithGroup, we offer:

• Flexible Scheduling
• Hybrid Work Environment
• 3 Weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off
• 8 Paid Federal Holidays
• Plus 15 Extra Fridays Off!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Wellbeing Resources
• Paid Parental Leave
• A Flex Spending Account
• Voluntary Insurance Options
• 401(k) Program with Employer Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• One-on-One Career Coaching and Professional Development Opportunities

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this position is $135,000 to $159,000 annually and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus each year.

Schedule

We offer a flexible schedule and a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellbeing resources, paid parental leave, a flex spending account, and voluntary insurance options. We also provide a 401(k) program with employer matching, a tuition reimbursement program, one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities.