Architectural Project Manager at Tri-Com Consulting

Onsite in Providence, RI - 35 hours per week

PRIMARY PURPOSE:Provides project management services to the College community including renovation, deferred maintenance and other College-related projects.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Job Functions

• Provides design & construction project management services from project conception to project close-out. This includes a variety of planning, design, facilities assessment, programming, budgeting, capital planning and all construction phases.
• Prepare schematic designs, plans, and Review and recommend modifications to all plans and specifications for construction, renovation and deferred maintenance projects for compliance. Develop building systems and campus standards.
• Contributes in the design and construction of a variety of architectural, engineering, maintenance and other associated projects the College undertakes.
• Proficient understanding of MEP, Structural and Site/Civil Engineering trades, and understands the impact that these trades have on the architectural design concept.
• Assists in maintaining a complete plan and specification record of the as-built condition of buildings, grounds, utilities, roads, etc.; assists in maintaining those records by utilizing the computerized database, where available.
• Provides detailed inspection of construction, renovation and deferred maintenance projects. Function as liaison with outside agencies (federal, state, and local) regarding progress, completion and project close-out.
• Provides liaison between customers, designers, contractors and trades for project management. This includes support of regulatory agencies and building inspector.
• Monitors progress of construction, renovation and deferred maintenance projects; coordinates needs with design and construction agents, and issues reports.
• Prepares construction estimates for preliminary engineering and budget studies. Prepares weekly and other regular progress reports on project activity.
• Coordinates and works closely and cooperatively with maintenance/trades personnel to ensure consistency between new construction and major rehabilitation project designs for maintenance and repair requirements.

Occasional Job Functions

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Capital Projects.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION STANDARDS: 

Education: BArch, or Bachelor of Science degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

• A minimum of five (5) years of cumulative experience in project management with experience in the planning, design, and construction administration of all project phases.
• OSHA-10 training minimum, must hold a valid RI state (or equivalent) driver’s license.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge and experience of industry standard project management practices.
• Working knowledge of building code requirements, and standard construction specifications.
• Effective communicator both orally and in writing; Active listener. Able to organize, coordinate and supervise support staff.
• Able to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and construction workers.
• Adept at organization, time-management, and problem-solving; Works well independently, and takes initiative to meet agreed upon goals.
• Capable of interpreting institutional policies, plans, objectives, rules and regulations, and clearly communicate the information to subordinates and others.
• Proficient at preparing and presenting detailed studies and reports to include recommendations concerning the substance of the studies and reports.
• Accomplished at operating personal computers and use common business software applications (i.e. MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Project scheduling)

PREFERRED:

• Professional certifications (AIA, PE, PMP, CCM, etc.) preferred
• Experience working as an owner’s representative or project manager in a college or university setting, or other large, diverse, institutional campus setting;
• Experience using a CAD, 3-D modeling, and related software preferred.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

This position is subject to both inside and outside work and extreme cold and hot temperatures can be encountered in this position. The potential exists where noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, oils, and wearing a respirator might also be encountered.

TheCollegerequiresthatallapplicantsandemployeesbeabletoperformtheessential functionsofthejobandwill explore reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.