Assistant Project Manager (Retail Architecture)

*Seeking candidates who are local and/or in a commutable distance to Los Angeles, CA.

The Architectural Project Manager is responsible for all phases of design and construction of projects from beginning to completion, while performing a supervisory role in assigning and reviewing the work of other team members.

· Ability to handle multiple projects or one account with diligence and commitment.

· Review and develop construction plans requested by the client

· Oversee the work done by assistant project manager and draftsperson

· Oversees drafting, review shop drawings and respond to RFI’s

· Analyze and estimate project cost for labor, equipment and material

· Monitor progress of all construction phases in compliance with building plans and deadlines

· Manage correspondence with clients, vendors, consultants, building departments, landlords, construction team and other personnel involved in projects

· Review and research state and local code compliances

· Prepare reports and presentations for client meetings

· Execute site surveys on a need basis

· Manage people on the team and their expectations and review and approve time cards of the team in a timely manner

· Perform miscellaneous tasks as assigned by the Senior Project Manager/Studio Director/Director of Operations

Qualifications

· Bachelors degree or higher in Architecture Required

· Minimum 3-5 years experience as an Architecture Project Manager in an architectural firm

· Minimum 2 years experience in Retail Architecture required

· Restaurant experience is preferred

· Ability to interpret construction data, engineering calculations and drawings

· Proficiency in AutoCAD with strong 3D design skills required, with basic knowledge of SketchUp, Photoshop or Illustrator preferred

· Strong skillset of Excel, Word and Power point and plus

· Experience with construction documents are also a plus

· Must possess strong time management and people management skills and have the ability to handle the pressure of tight deadlines

· Must be able to travel on need basis

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory Responsibility

This is a supervisory position. This role will work collaboratively with positions in the same or different department.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position with 40 hours of work or more. Days and hours of work are the normal business hours from Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Ability to work extra hours over 40 hours per week is a requirement of the job to meet business needs. May have to work outside normal business hours or on weekends, on a need basis.

Travel

Some travel is expected for this position, on a need basis.

Work Authorization

Must be authorized to work in the U.S without needing sponsorship at time of hiring or in the future

At Will Employment

Your employment is at-will and either party can terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without notice. This job is not a contract. In this role, you will be expected to carry out the duties and responsibilities described in the enclosed job description which is periodically updated to reflect business needs. This job description has been approved by management.

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