Justice Architectural Project Manager

GFT Architects, Inc. is an architecture and engineering firm seeking a seasoned Justice Architectural Project Manager to lead its justice and corrections practice. The role oversees the Justice Architecture team, manages multidisciplinary project delivery, develops client relationships, supports business growth, and leads justice facility design projects from concept through construction completion.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and develop our Justice Architecture team while fostering high-quality engagement with clients and design partners
• Serve as a visible leader and ambassador for GFT within the justice and corrections market, promoting the firm's expertise and capabilities
• Collaborate with market discipline leaders to execute a unified growth strategy across regions
• Assist and/or lead project pre-positioning efforts, proposal development and presentations to key clients
• Maintain a positive, client-focused approach and cultivate trusted relationships with clients
• Lead by example by driving high-quality production of construction documents, including detailed drawings, specifications, estimates, and constructability assessments
• Research and maintain a thorough understanding of client requirements, including preferences, programs, guidelines, and standards
• Develop project scopes, schedules, and budgets while ensuring successful project delivery and achievement of performance goals
• Direct multidisciplinary project teams to serve clients with the aim of deepening our relationships and growing our market presence in the region
• Lead the development of design solutions and presentations that clearly communicate project goals and design intent to clients and stakeholders, including government and public entities
• Ensure that project quality requirements are followed, production reviews are effective, and constructability reviews are completed
• Conduct and oversee comprehensive code analysis, life-safety reviews, egress evaluations, and product and material research
• Lead projects from conceptual design through construction completion and client turnover
• Guide production teams in the development of technical details including coordination with engineering disciplines, partnering designers, and subconsultants
• Coordinate multidisciplinary team efforts and oversee the production of drawings and technical specifications
• Supervise project teams during the permitting, bidding, shop drawing review and construction administration activities, including RFI responses
• Help guide and mentor entry-level and emerging architectural staff
• This position offers a hybrid work arrangement. Candidates should be available for periodic in-person collaboration at our Justice Architecture office in Ebensburg, PA, based on project and business needs

Requirements:

• Strong client relationship skills with the ability to lead project-focused meetings and presentations
• Demonstrated success in developing client relationships, securing new work, and contributing to revenue growth within the justice and corrections market
• Organized individual with a positive team-building spirit
• 10+ years' experience working in the justice and corrections market
• 15+ years' experience working in the field of architecture
• Bachelor of Architecture Degree or Master of Architecture Degree
• Knowledge of justice design standards, including ACA and NIC guidelines
• Experience leading projects, business development pursuits, and client relationship management
• Experience with software such as Revit Architecture, AutoCAD, BlueBeam Revu, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Project
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Able to work collaboratively with staff and clients on multiple projects and across multiple offices
• In-depth knowledge of International Building Codes (IBC), NFPA, ADA, LEED, and related industry standards
• This position offers a hybrid work arrangement. Candidates should be available for periodic in-person collaboration at our Justice Architecture office in Ebensburg, PA, based on project and business needs
• Licensed Architect (Registered Architect) in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, with the ability to obtain reciprocity where required
• 10+ years' experience in Architectural Project Management