Project Manager

Marlon Blackwell Architects is an internationally recognized architectural design firm serving a wide range of clients and institutions, locally, nationally, and internationally.

Since 1992, the firm has designed for its clients award-winning, environmentally responsive projects. Our belief that architecture can happen anywhere, at any scale, at any budget - for anyone - drives us to challenge the conventions and models that often obscure other possibilities.

As an agile, full service design firm, we advocate a participatory, collaborative design process between the client, contractors, and architect, where all voices are heard from conceptualization to the realization of each project.

In every instance, we strive to express the richness of the places we work and the ideals of the people and institutions we serve.

POSITION SUMMARY We are looking for an exceptional and talented Project Manager who is enthusiastic and exhibits a willingness and initiative to contribute to the growth and success of the firm.

The Project Manager will serve a unique leadership role throughout the life of a project. He / She will be the primary point of contact for projects, communicate directly with clients and project teams, and work closely with Principals to implement, oversee, and execute the vision.

The role requires exceptional organizational, collaboration, and communication skills and a desire to lead internal project teams with words and actions.

An exacting eye for quality and deep investment in the logistics and details of a project will be required on a daily basis.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Manage project and client teams in the development of complex and multi-faceted projects locally, nationally, and internationally Coordinate all project efforts, both administrative and technical, while monitoring production and development on projects, ensuring an exceptionally high level of design and service Interpret, organize, execute, and coordinate assignments and tasks, establishing priorities for project development, defining scope, and resolving key questions and challenges REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES Contemporary and creative design sensibility with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills Exceptional leadership skills and ability to generate buy-in from clients and project teams Confidence in generating solutions and expanding on information provided by others through exploration of alternate possibilities and by asking the right questions Exceptional graphic, verbal, and written communication skills Excellent analytical capacity and ability to generate and apply research to specific issues and project or program requirements Demonstrated understanding of technical project development, detailing, and systems Strong hand and technical skills, including Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign) and 3D modeling (experience in Revit) Must demonstrate robust work ethic and be resourceful and proactive Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects Collaboration and teamwork are essential Detail-oriented with a commitment to design excellence REQUIRED EXPERIENCE Professional Degree in Architecture Ten (10) plus years of experience Registration required Marlon Blackwell Architects is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

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