CURRENT OPENINGS
& JOB DESCRIPTIONS
At Ashley McGraw Architects, our passion lies in holistic sustainability with a concentration in building science, and exploring regenerative and resilient approaches to Architecture. We strive to infuse this into our work of creating sophisticated learning environments, revitalizing existing structures to accommodate new programs, and transforming spaces into invigorating, state-of-the-art learning and community spaces. Ashley McGraw Architects offers challenging, interesting design projects, a congenial hybrid office/remote work environment, beautiful office space, state-of-the-art technology tools and software, generous compensation packages, and long-term career growth potential. Interested candidates should submit their cover letter, resume, and samples of their portfolio in .pdf format to career2024@ashleymcgraw.com.
Project Manager
Work with the Principal-in-Charge (PIC), Design Lead, and/or Technical Lead to oversee, plan, manage and track the progress of multiple architectural design and construction projects for institutional buildings. Deliver a high level of client service while supporting the firm in achieving its corporate direction, ensuring beautiful, sustainable work that enhances the ability of our clients to deliver on their missions. Bring a high degree of initiative in the execution of the work and strive to find ways to improve the processes of the firm. Help foster an environment for staff that promotes professional development and growth.
Responsibilities include:
Manage multiple architectural, interior design, and/or planning projects simultaneously.
Project Planning:
Provide the Contract Manager and Principal-in-Charge with information necessary to develop the contracts with clients, and agreements with sub-consultants.
In consultation with PIC, establish a detailed work plan for each project. Maintain work plan as a living document throughout the course of the projects with regular updates to reflect changes in project parameters. Work plan should minimally include the following:
Detailed project budget reflecting total fee, consultant fees, fee available for internal staff, anticipated staffing costs, and projected profit.
Identification of type of staff required to execute the work. Collaboration with PIC and fellow PMs to identify specific staff to fill roles.
Detailed critical path schedule showing all key steps required to meet deadlines and provide expected deliverables.
Develop a detailed Quality Control plan and identify resources needed to execute it.
Management and Communication:
Manage internal and external teams to meet project requirements and provide high quality service and deliverables.
Establish clear communication protocols to ensure a high level of collaboration.
Set clear expectations and communicate to all team members.
Manage client communication and coordination.
Financial:
Monitor project costs.
Identify amount to be billed to client each month.
Identify potential contract changes and communicate to Contract Manager in support of fee changes with client and consultants.
Quality Assurance:
Oversee the implementation of design pin-up and technical review process based on firm guidelines.
Oversee the implementation of the Quality Control plan for the project. Ensure process is being followed, track progress, communicate results, and verify corrections have been made.
Identify and work to mitigate potential risks. Communicate with PIC and COO regarding any potential claims or legal issues. Obtain a strong understanding of risk mitigation strategies in the A/E industry.
Management Systems:
Help to identify potential improvements in the firm’s project management systems.
Collaborate with other Project Managers in allocating resources and developing staff such that all work in the firm is successful.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Project Management or related management field. Seven-plus years of relevant experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong management and mentoring skills. Good organizational and project financial management skills.
Accredited Learning Environment Planner (ALEP)
Responsibilities include:
Directs and gathers data and performs senior level research and strategic analysis of factors that affect learning environments (i.e. student learning styles, organizational culture, paradigm shifts etc.) Once changes are implemented, analysis effects of these changes on client sites.
Initiates/develops/reviews/directs/guides design and technical staff to develop solutions based on project scope.
Manages project work plan. Ensures adherence to set budget working closely with Project Manager and/or client on potential variances to the budget.
Continually reviews and conducts on-going research on workplace strategies. Writes papers on strategies topics and makes public presentations.
Provides guidance to design staff to use learning environment strategies solutions to select furniture and fixtures.
Provides guidance to design staff to use learning environment strategies solutions to develop space plans.
In unusual circumstances may be required to assist with support for field surveys.
Manages Design Strategy/Planning/Post-Occupancy budget. Ensures adherence to set budget and immediately informs PM and/or client of any potential variances to the budget.
Works with leaders and Business Development staff to look for opportunities to sell strategies services to existing and potential clients. Assists Business Development by writing proposals and making client presentations.
Manages and mentors the work of local Strategies staff. Oversees tasks and provide feedback on work product.
Oversees client interface and leads the maintaining and fostering of client relationships.
Supports Senior Director of Strategy in developing and implementing strategy growth and expansion of services in the market.
Actively participates and contributes in practice development teams and initiatives; leads multiple key initiatives.
Significantly contributions to thought leadership through available channels (ie. blog posts, white paper, speaking engagements, podcasts).
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Working knowledge of the major phases of the design process.
Subject matter expert in strategy services.
Advanced documentation and field observational skills.
Experience and understanding in consulting methodologies and practices.
Extensive verbal, presentation and written communication skills.
Ability to direct presentation and graphic communication requirements.
Demonstrated ability to manage and lead staff through a combination of direct authority and subject matter expertise.
Working knowledge of budget preparation and proven ability to manage projects within budgetary constraints.
Adobe Create Suite skills.
Intermediate MS Office Suite skills.
