Project Manager – Interiors

San Francisco, CA

RMW architecture & interiors is an innovative, award‑winning architecture and interior design firm with a collaborative culture. Our mission is to design engaging workplaces for great companies. We are currently experiencing exciting growth and seeking an interiors Project Manager to play a pivotal role in our San Francisco studio.

Role

The Project Manager manages the client’s objectives and the project team, financial performance, schedule and project process.

Responsibilities

• Oversees design of work to meet project requirements.
• Coordinates and communicates with client and project team on a routine basis and monitors project progress.
• Assists in business development and project pursuits and is capable of representing and furthering the firm’s design image within the community.
• Develops budget and schedule goals with client and ensures that the project financial performance conforms to the project plan.
• Projects upcoming work and aligns with staffing resources.
• Overviews framework and reviews for conformance with RMW standards.
• Manages project staff and client expectations and coordinates with consultants.
• Helps establish the team structure, roles, and responsibilities, delegating when appropriate and directing staff.
• Ensures that the project meets general firm goals, project design intent, standards, and quality assurance, as well as monitors liability exposure.
• Reviews project financial reports, including billing information, and reports required in conformance with the project process.
• Prepares and reviews contracts, schedules, fees and billing.
• Oversees code review process and compliance with municipal requirements.
• Reviews Specifications with Job Captain, Project Architect and Specification Writer.
• Ensures the QAQC / technical review of documentation, and mentors team members on the process.
• Implements office standards, policies and procedures.
• Manages consultants’ work and contracts during all project phases.
• Manages team during Construction Administration.

Soft Skills

• Strong follow-through and attention to detail.
• Ability to excel in a creative and collaborative studio environment.
• Strong desire to collaborate and learn from the team.
• Strong leadership and relationship management skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to manage tasks across many projects and teams.
• Ability to work on multiple projects or phases at one time.
• Highly effective interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude with a strong aptitude for learning.
• Able to bring your unique point of view.

Qualifications

• Professional degree or recognized equivalent.
• Licensure or certification preferred.
• 10+ years of experience.
• Experience on various size projects.
• High level oversight and design team guidance.
• Thorough understanding of all aspects of design, building systems, lighting, building codes, construction methodology, materials and costs.
• Familiarity with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rendering software, Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office Suite.

Salary range $130,000 – $145,000 per year.

RMW is an Equal Opportunity / Affidative Action Employer.