Project Manager - Dallas, United States - WATG Holdings, Inc.

Description

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WATG is the world's preeminent destination and hospitality design firm.

We are employee-owned, 77 years young and home to nearly 400 creative, globe-trotting professionals located remotely and in our offices in California, New York, Honolulu, London, Singapore, and Shanghai.

Our approach to design applies a hospitality ethos to the development of all shapes and sizes. From initial feasibility studies to the finishing touches, we operate as an integrated, multidisciplinary practice globally.

Along with our interior design studio, Wimberly Interiors , we specialize in hospitality, gaming + entertainment, urban + mixed-use, and high-end residential design.

Independent to this day, we passionately believe that culture and heritage are the roots that lead to long-term resilience for all businesses.

We were founded in Honolulu in 1945 and the spirit of the islands taught us to focus on community strength, self-reliance, and sustainability – which we still prioritize today.

We stay true to our values of designing spaces that respect, protect, and enhance the natural magic of their surroundings while delivering long-term value for our clients and their communities.

WATG is hiring a Project Manager in Architecture for our new office in Dallas, Texas.

ROLE

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing one large or several small projects through all phases of development until completion and has overall project responsibility for client engagement, design and technical quality control, and financial performance.

The Project Manager deploys resources to ensure the work process flows smoothly and is the primary liaison between the principal, the team, and the client.

Team building and motivation are also key responsibilities. The Project Manager reports to the Studio Director or Managing Principal.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary point of contact for the client
Successfully represents the client's goals and needs of the team and WATG's requirements to the client
Issues meeting minutes and action item logs following project meeting/conference calls to maintain clarity on decisions made by the client and/or the team and follow-up tasks needed to progress the work
Consistently manages timely and accurate billings and collections
Monitors project processes and quality to make sure that design concepts meet the client's and WATG's expectations
Leads, coordinates, and oversees internal project teams and coordinates with sub-consultant partners
Has technical strength in a professional discipline or specific project type relevant to the project to successfully write project narratives, research code requirements, review cost estimates, design and technical deliverables, construction contract documents, and sub-consultant work
Creates detailed project schedules, work breakdown structure, and budgets, and maintains the work plan through regular monitoring and communication, and by making timely decisions and taking actions to meet project milestones
Understands and manages the relationship between the project contract terms, the team assignments, budgets, and schedules, and controls the resulting impact on WATG's financial results, forecasts, and staffing plans
Delivers profitable projects within schedules and on budget, estimating resource projections and fees with senior leadership
Achieves all internal and external deadlines and is responsible and accountable for the project's financial status and outcome
Leads external and internal project meetings
Supervises and mentors team members toward effective and efficient project progress and professional development
May assist with business development, marketing, and negotiation efforts in the procurement of new projects and clients, especially as it relates to additional work/add services from existing clients; prepares and finalizes project contracts and subcontracts

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Architecture
Professional license in Architecture required
10+ years of related project management experience in a range of architectural project types
Proficient technical skills, including AutoCAD and 3D modeling software like Rhino, Grasshopper, and SketchUp
Proficiency in Revit required
Experience with the full project lifecycle through post-occupancy
Knowledge of building codes, standards, and building structures
Consistent track record of delivering quality projects on time and within budgets
Ability to work in a team environment, with an interest in supervising and mentoring others
Effectively meets project deadlines and pro-actively solves problems
Excellent leadership, collaboration, and communication skills (internal and external)
Travel may be required
*Please include a copy of your resume and portfolio to be considered for this position.

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