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Marx

Project Architect / Project Manager - Licensed Architect

Marx, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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As a trusted national architecture/engineering/construction consulting firm,

MarxOkubo

works with real estate owners, investors, and lenders—at every point of the property lifecycle—to

evaluate

their building projects,

solve

complex challenges and

implement tailored solutions. We value technical proficiency, innovation, dedication, and achievement as well as collaboration, both within our organization and in our client interactions.

We are currently accepting applications for a

Licensed Project Architect /Project Manager at a

Senior Associate

level to join our team in

San Francisco.

This role is on a

hybrid

schedule with Monday and Tuesday in the office each week with site visits and work from home for the remainder of the week.

Your Opportunity The ideal candidate will lead architectural engineering repair design teams on technically complex projects across a diverse set of building types, including multi-family, office, retail, industrial, hospitality, higher education, and governmental facilities. Projects may include rehabilitation of the building envelope, and structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire life safety systems. Many of these projects are a result of building forensic investigations the firm has carried out. Marx Okubo does not design ground up new construction.

You will work collaboratively with the discipline lead(s), subconsultants, and where applicable the construction project manager assigned to the project, is accountable for project financial performance, schedule adherence, and team communication. You will manage multiple projects during all phases of a project until completion/ close out. You will direct team members and consultants in adherence with the project approach, will implement the appropriate solution, will ensure the team designs and documents the project, will comply with the appropriate code requirements, and will ensure that the work is completed as planned, budgeted, scheduled and in conformance with the design intent.

The Project Manager/Project Architect role involves both client-facing and team-facing responsibilities.

Essential Functions

Lead, develop, and execute project documentation and contract administration across all phases of assigned projects

Serve as the Architect of Record for all project related documentation which has been prepared under your supervision and direction

Responsible for achieving the client's project goals including budget and schedule

Consult with client to determine function and spatial requirements and prepares information regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time

Ensure the team approaches the project from a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach to minimize risk and scope gaps and to ensure the right solution is implemented

Initiate and maintain contact with internal team members, consultants, and Client for clarification, coordination and negotiation of critical issues

Prepare schedules, budgets and work plans during all phases of the project

Provide leadership, including professional development coaching and mentoring of staff, and works closely with Technical Directors to train and improve team member skills

Participate in client presentations, marketing, and business development opportunities

Travel to sites as needed, locally and regionally (25-50%)

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

10 - 15 years’ architectural practice with prior project management experience across complex projects and all phases through post-occupancy

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, masters degree preferred

Licensed professional architect within the State of California, NCARB registration preferred

PMP, and LEED or other sustainability accreditation is preferred

Design experience specifically for building repair as an architect of record on technically complex commercial projects

Detail oriented and organized with proven experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously

Has good technical knowledge with commensurate architecture detailing skills

Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills

Ability to think outside the box to help develop solutions that are effective, budget appropriate and buildable

Proven leadership skills in leading and organizing a team of multiple disciplines and consultants on successful projects

Proven effectiveness coordinating with Owners and contractors

Experience with project sizes of all types

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (outlook, word, excel, PowerPoint), AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, PlanGrid, and Box; experience withPrimavera or Quire is a plus

Confident with public speaking and networking

Excellent writing skills

Experience with the California DSA process for education projects and HCAI process (formerly OSHPD) for Healthcare is preferred

Physical Requirements Candidates should have the ability to:

Move through construction and existing building sites over rough terrain

See and respond to dangerous situations

Respond quickly to sounds

Ascend and descend ladders and stairs

Move safely through confined spaces and narrow paths

Work in outdoor weather conditions or unconditioned areas

Operate a computer and other related office equipment, and possess visual acuity to read information from printed sources and computer screens

Lift up to 40 pounds (ex: ladders)

Travel approximately 25-50% of the time both in and out of state

Benefits Marx Okubo is a privately held Employee Stock Ownership Plan firm; employee-owned, we offer internal growth, continuing education, mentor/mentee opportunities, as well as available 100% paid health insurance premiums for employee, up to a

30% match on your 401(k) contributions , and competitive compensation expected in the

$150,000 -$170,000

range for base pay. Our culture is open to fresh perspectives, curiosity, diversity, and analytical mindsets.

Marx Okubo is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Marx Okubo’s policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

We perform background checks via an agency after offers of employment are accepted and review them on an individual basis for inconsistencies or violations to determine the next steps in the recruitment process.

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