Project Manager - Architect
Summary
Genesis AEC, a life-sciences architecture, engineering, and construction firm, is hiring a Project Manager-Architect in Medford, MA to lead small and medium lab and clean-room projects — managing budgets, schedules, clients, and sub-consultants through design and construction administration. Core tools include Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and BIM coordination.
- Oversee and execute multiple small and medium-sized projects on time, within budget, and to agreed specifications to satisfy project requirements.
- Serve as a team lead for projects and as the liaison to internal departments as needed.
- Manage client interaction on assigned projects and promote positive relationships.
- Assess project requirements while developing and recommending a sound approach or application to meet the needs of the project and client.
- Attend pre-bid meetings with clients and prepare proposals with the Principal or Project Executive, department heads, directors, and other key individuals; actively assist in Design budget development.
- Monitor and review project budgets, scope and exclusions, schedules and deliverables, and staffing requirements with project teams;
- Establish appropriate metrics for measuring key project criteria.
- Identify, prepare, and issue scope changes and negotiate with clients before proceeding with work.
- Maintain open items and potential change logs.
- Conduct status review meetings with project team members and clients. Prepare and issue meeting agendas and meeting minutes.
- Manage design sub-consultants.
- Identify potential risks to the project and work with Principals or Project Executives to mitigate them.
- Coordinate with the design software group (BIM).
- Coordinate quality control and quality assurance reviews.
- Participate in the construction administration phase of the project, including attending construction meetings and assisting Construction Coordinators with distributing shop drawings and RFIs in a timely manner.
- 5+ years of project management experience.
- 8+ years of strong Architectural Design background and experience managing Architectural and Engineering design.
- Leading projects for Life Sciences Research & Development Laboratories and Manufacturing / Clean Room projects is preferred.
- Familiarity with project management methodologies and best practices to drive overall project performance.
- MUST have a strong ability to manage project budgets, understand project scope, manage project schedules, and negotiate changes with clients.
- Have analytical thinking, structured problem-solving skills, and a strong work ethic.
- Ability to build rapport with project staff.
- Progressive ability, capacity, and aptitude in administration to plan, organize, supervise, and coordinate technical work and to obtain cooperation from others.
- High level of scheduling skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Bluebeam
- Ability to travel intermittently to support project needs.
- Registered Architect (RA) is a plus.
- Project Management Institute – PMP certification is a plus.
- Our collaborative and positive culture sets us apart
- We offer schedule flexibility*, including a hybrid schedule and half-day Fridays option, all year long.
- *For field-based personnel, flexible scheduling may be subject to client/project site requirements.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance plans, with two-thirds of your premiums and deductible paid!
- Competitive 401(k) match program
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Paid time off for parental leave
- Thought leadership opportunities, including a $1,000 award for presenting or publishing your technical expertise!
- Competitive company-paid training opportunities
- A 5% salary increase for earning your professional license!
- Endless opportunities to grow your career
- And so much more!