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Description

Job Title: Project Manager

Accountable To: Studio Manager

FLSA Classification: Regular Full Time Exempt (Salary)

Who We Are

SHM Architects, PLLC is a Dallas-based architecture, landscape, and interior design firm with extensive experience in master planning, single-family residential, retail, commercial, and healthcare architecture. A review of our portfolio will show no singular "style," reflecting our design philosophy that unites the client's programmatic requirements, budget, and a healthy respect for the site. We are ordinary people that are extraordinarily good at our work. Through the collaborative process and strong working relationships, we believe our portfolio reflects a more thoughtful and engaging work than that achieved by a single individual. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.shmarchitects.com

What We Believe

Our passion is enriching lives by enhancing the beauty of our environment. We believe creating beautiful designs with purpose requires two things: passion and time. Our clients understand that, while our process may be uncompromising, it results in personalized, luxurious designs that are never flashy, and are always aspirational.  

SHM Core Values:

• Embraces Imperfect Beauty
• Engaged to Make a Difference
• Displays Humility and Compassion
• Individually Driven
• Honest and Truthful

Are You a Fit?

Are you individually driven and engaged to make a difference at work and in the community? Would others describe you as a lifelong learner dedicated to taking a relaxed approach to finding new ways of solving complex design problems? Does the idea of crafting projects that last for generations excite you? Are you comfortable embracing imperfect beauty? 

If you answered yes, then read on!

A Day in the Office Looks Like This:

The Project Manager is skilled and experienced in the management of multiple architectural projects from the design development phase through completion with construction administration. The incumbent will lead each project and coordinate with other staff members, contractors, and consultants with guidance from the Studio Manager and Studio Head. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess a diverse knowledge of architectural principles and practices to help advance a variety of different projects in the firm. 

• Manages and coordinates all aspects of various-sized projects from the schematic design phase through construction administration 
• Independently applies advanced architectural concepts and designs 
• Provides management, mentorship, and oversight of a project team, including technical guidance to less experienced team members
• Responsible for project management and financial performance
• Actively manages client budgets, schedules, and programs; project communications and documentation; office administrative tasks; and project team assignments
• Responsible for identifying services outside of scope
• Serves as the primary client liaison to bring the schedule, budgets, and scope of work to completion to the client's satisfaction
• Creates agendas, leads meetings, and maintains meeting notes

Do You Have the Skills and Experience? Here's What We're Looking For:

• Can think creatively - big thinker
• Able to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Detail-oriented and organized with excellent time management skills
• Capable of maintaining focus in an open office environment
• Strong customer service skills for interface with clients, vendors, and contractors
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills along with interpersonal skills

And Here's Our End of the Bargain:

• Competitive salary with additional bonus opportunities
• Medical insurance 100% paid for employee only, based on coverage selected
• 100% paid short- and long-term disability and group life & AD&D insurance for employees
• Other voluntary benefits like dental, vision, additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, Legal Shield/ID Shield, pet insurance, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA)
• Annual healthy living benefit
• Free use of Energy Square Fitness Center for employees
• HSA quarterly employer contributions
• Safe Harbor 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions whether you contribute or not
• Personalized PTO
• Five (5) paid holidays plus a winter break typically 12/24 through 1/1
• Paid leave for new parents (birth, adoption, placement / maternal and paternal) to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid covered parking for all employees
• Other perks like weekly breakfasts, monthly happy hours, office lunches, our Spring/Summer event, Texas State Fair Day and team building event, Halloween contests, Thanksgiving Family Luncheon, Winter Holiday Party, and the list goes on!

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

We work in a collaborative, indoor office environment at the top of the historic Meadows Building at Energy Square. This is a great location with quick access to US-75 and the Lovers Lane DART Station practically on site.

Normal work hours are 8:30 AM - 5:30 AM Central Monday through Friday with one hour for lunch, but we are flexible if our business and customers' needs remain priority #1. Occasionally, there may be a need to work outside of normal work hours or weekends to meet project deadlines. Some local travel is required. There may be an occasion that requires overnight travel.

Physical Demands

This is a largely sedentary role and requires the ability to sit for long periods of time, operate a keyboard, and communicate clearly and effectively on the phone, in-person, and via written communication.

Work Authorization Requirement

Must be authorized to work in the US when an offer of employment is accepted. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment verification form (Form I-9) upon hire.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

It is the policy of SHM Architects, PLLC to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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.

Requirements

• Professionally accredited BArch or MArch degree required
• Licensure preferred but not required
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience, preferably in residential
• Experienced AutoCAD, Revit, and Sketch-Up user
• Experience leading a team and managing consultants
• Proficient with technical detailing
• Strong sketch and visualization capabilities