Project Manager - Architecture

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WATG is the world’s preeminent destination and hospitality design firm. We are employee-owned, 77 years young and home to nearly 400 creative, globe-trotting professionals located remotely and in our offices in California, New York, Honolulu, London, Singapore, and Shanghai.

Our approach to design applies a hospitality ethos to the development of all shapes and sizes. From initial feasibility studies to the finishing touches, we operate as an integrated, multidisciplinary practice globally. Along with our interior design studio, Wimberly Interiors, we specialize in hospitality, gaming + entertainment, urban + mixed-use, and high-end residential design.

Independent to this day, we passionately believe that culture and heritage are the roots that lead to long-term resilience for all businesses. We were founded in Honolulu in 1945 and the spirit of the islands taught us to focus on community strength, self-reliance, and sustainability – which we still prioritize today. We stay true to our values of designing spaces that respect, protect and enhance the natural magic of their surroundings while delivering long-term value for our clients and their communities.

WATG is hiring a Project Manager - Architecture for our office in Los Angeles, CA.

ROLE

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, interpreting, organizing, and managing one large or several small projects through all phases of development. The Project Manager manages projects during all phases of a project until completion and has overall project responsibility for client engagement, quality control, and financial performance. The Project Manager deploys resources to ensure that the work process flows smoothly and acts as the primary liaison between the team and the client. This individual demonstrates creativity, foresight, and maturity when anticipating and solving architectural complexities, determining program objectives and requirements, organizing programs and projects, and developing guides for diverse architectural activities.

The Project Manager oversees the architectural process from proposal through construction administration on a project. This position is responsible for managing the day-to-day client relationships, directing and monitoring all project activities. Team building and motivation are also key responsibilities. The Project Manager reports to a senior member of the team, such as the Project Director, Studio Director or Managing Principal.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provides leadership to client and the team by communicating project objectives, contract scope, terms, and schedules.
2. Manages and oversees the staffing plan, work plan, financial stability, and schedules, with consistent attention to quality, profitability, and positive results.
3. Manages scheduling, budgets, staffing, and project set-up with clients, sub-contractors, vendors, and contractors.
4. Prepares project proposals and negotiates contracts and fees; bids projects to multiple general contractors.
5. Tracks and manages financial performance of project for success (e.g., work plan, schedule, fees, change orders, billings, and collections).
6. Manages project lifecycle: estimating, bidding, project kick-off, weekly coordination, punch list, turnover, opening, and project close-out.
7. Assists in preparing project presentations, participates and leads client presentations.
8. Manages projects and completes work plans, including the identification of project team members, budgets, consultants, schedules for completion, fees and costs as well as project change notices or other actions taking place on the assigned project.
9. Ensures that budgets have been developed to provide for quality management through the life of the project.
10. Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
11. Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor of Architecture or Master’s Degree in Architecture.
2. Professional license preferred.
3. 10+ years of related project management experience on a range of architecture project types.
4. Experience negotiating project scope, fees, managing project financial performance, and ensuring fiscal responsibility for projects.
5. Experience with the full project lifecycle, through post-occupancy.
6. Knowledge of building codes, standards, and building structures.
7. Thorough understanding of project work plans, schedules, staffing, and budgets.
8. Ability to manage multiple projects of a complex scope.
9. Proficiency in Revit required.
10. Proficiency in technical skills, including 3D modeling software, AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, and Grasshopper.
11. Experienced in client management, project management, and negotiations.
12. Ability to work in a team environment and supervise others.
13. Effectively meets project deadlines consistently.
14. Highly effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

*You must include a copy of your resume and portfolio.