Architectural/Engineering Project Manager
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Architectural/Engineering Project Manager
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SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.
The Washington, DC office of SmithGroup is looking for a Architectural/Engineering Project Manager to join our team.
The Project Manager will be responsible for management of the internal design team on multiple Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts, as well as client communication/coordination, consultant coordination, and project contract administration. IDIQ contracts range from local to international presence. The successful Project Manager will serve as the point of contact on IDIQ projects at the overall contract level as well as task order level. Current clients include, but are not limited to, the GSA, SSA, FBI, NARA, DOS/OBO, NIH, DOE, the Smithsonian, and the Architect of the Capitol.
Working with us, you will:
- Manage one or more IDIQ projects by negotiating task order scope, fees, job production and quality, fee management and collection, monitoring project accounts as well as establishing and executing project work plans. Manage whole or portions of large-sized projects.
- 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, on an ongoing basis, 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 Federal market, participating in professional organizations and supporting proposal development and interviews.
- Minimum 10 years of project management experience leading medium to large-scale projects of varying types and complexity.
- Licensed Architect or Engineer required. Experience and ability are major contributors in lieu of licensure.
- Resides locally within the Washington, DC / Maryland / Virginia area.
- 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 and Adobe Creative Cloud Suite. Experience using Deltek Vision for financial management, reporting and resource planning preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for day-to-day correspondence and presentations.
- Ability to travel nationally and internationally.
- Ability to obtain and/or maintain various federal security clearances.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to
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