Senior Architectural Project Manager

Role Overview

• Oversee all aspects of assigned projects, including leading a team and coordinating with internal/external design team members, specialty consultants, clients, construction managers, contractors and governing agencies
• Lead the preparation of documents by the design team for obtaining required local and state permits
• Suggest new ideas and processes, continuing to learn more about the latest industry developments as they pertain to a given market sector
• Interpret, create and/or redefine CPL’s standards
• Work to build and enhance client relationships
• Oversee the management of internal finances, including billing, invoice generation and asset/resource allocation
• Serve as the daily contact for key internal and external project personnel, ensuring the resolution of project-related issues
• Lead and supervise the development of clear and complete drawings and specifications
• Plan, organize and regulate workload assignments as needed
• Prepare coordinated design and construction documents to obtain governing agency permits and procure competitive bids from contractors for public works projects
• Supervisory requirements, including recruitment and retention of talent including: Engaging and fostering the growth of CPL team members. Providing encouragement and regular feedback; and serve as a mentor/example for all levels of the team.
• Manage/oversee career conversations with your team on an established schedule (annual career conversations, regular check-ins, and the development of career plans for each team member)
• Develop future leaders within the organization (train your replacement)
• Engage, motivate, and lead internal and external stakeholders to develop strategies and plans to move the organization in the desired direction.
• Influence people through effective communication
• Promote justice, diversity and fairness in the organization

Requirements

• You earned a BS (and/or MS) in your field of expertise and at least twelve (12) years of architectural experience, with a track record of developing proactive designs for a broad range of project types
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, the Microsoft Office Suite, the Adobe Creative Suite and SketchUp
• Thorough understanding of current trends and areas of growth within the architectural industry
• Deep expertise in your design specialty
• Ability to foster a creative design environment
• Strong communication skills, (both written and verbal)
• Ability to work across a wide range of areas within the building design environment
• Deep knowledge of industry standards and building codes
• An ability to collaborate productively with multidisciplinary team members, consultant groups and stakeholders on a variety of concurrent projects

Benefits

• Internal Mobility & Career Advancement
• Healthcare for you and your family including spouse coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription insurances. Single Plans with 100% paid premium
• Flexible Time Off + 8 Holidays a year
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Contribution from CPL to grow your retirement funds.
• Tuition Assistance: You may be eligible for continuing education assistance.
• Student Loan Assistance Program: CPL will contribute up to a maximum of $100 a month for 5 years ($6,000 total) towards student loan debt.
• Licensure Assistance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance Company/team member premium sharing
• Flexible Spending Account $5,000 dependent childcare annually paid 100% by team member pre-taxes.
• FREE Life Insurance and AD+D Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance