Sr Aviation + Transportation Project Manager Job Listing at HOK in Washington, DC (Job ID 406)

Description

     In partnership with the Sr. Project Architect, Sr. Project Designer, and A+T (Aviation and Transportation) Planner, accountable for project financial performance and team communication and responsible for overseeing the planning, design, and execution of airport terminals and other transportation facilities.  Manages projects during all phases of a project until completion.  Directs employees and consultants at all levels to ensure that proper steps and procedures are taken and that work is completed as planned, budgeted, scheduled and in conformance with the design intent. This role combines project management skills with technical planning expertise with ensuring successful project delivery from inception to completion. The Senior A+T Project Manager will lead project teams, manage client relationships, and contribute to business development efforts. 

To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Leadership: 

• Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the Project Leadership Team.
• Supports project planning and design teams in programming, planning, and design of terminals, airfields, landside areas, and other transportation facilities.
• Lead the preparation of project strategies, methodologies, and schedules.
• Assists leadership in developing and validating project scope and fee, budget, and scope of services during the marketing and contract development process.
• Assists in preparing project presentations.  May participate and/or lead client presentations.
• Consistently provides complete and timely communication of project information to and from clients and project team.  Responsible for managing project using the Deltek Project Management system; completes work plans in Deltek; including identification of project team members, budget, consultants, schedule for completion, fees and costs as well as project change notices or other actions taking place on the assigned project.
• With the assistance of legal counsel, prepares and executes consultant contracts.
• Negotiates fees and contracts.
• Ensures that budgets have been developed to provide for Quality Management Program through the life of the Project.
• Incorporates Integrated Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
• Fosters a culture of external and internal client service. 

Management: 

• Works with Project Architect to avoid or eliminate conflicts in schedule due to the changes in various projects.
• Plans, organizes and manages projects.  Provides on-going communication through team meetings/minutes/up-date memos to project team. 
• Communicates with consultants, contractors, sub-consultants and other disciplines to ensure effective communication.
• Monitors construction administration during the construction phase
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with consultants and clients. 

Client Interface: 

• Responsible for maintaining client relationships throughout project.  Keeps client apprised of project progress on regular basis. Initiates and maintains contact with other key project individuals for clarification, coordination and negotiation of critical issues.  
• Consults with client to determine function and spatial requirements and prepares information regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time.  Plans layouts of projects and integrates engineering elements into unified design for client review and approval.
• Leads client presentations and project reviews. 

Business Development: 

• Participates in developing annual business plan for the Regional Practice.
• Identifies new business opportunities while developing current client relationships.  Listens for and seek out new projects which may exist or are being formulated.  
• Participates in selected marketing and business development opportunities.
• Assists in development of fee proposals for marketing proposals. 

Staff Development: 

• Provides leadership including professional development coaching and mentoring staff.
• Defines staff requirements for projects as needed or directed.  Makes recommendations to senior management for staff promotions/terminations for project team and Architecture discipline.  May participate in interviews and recruiting of professional staff. 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:  

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or equivalent in education or experience required.  Master's degree preferred.  
• 18 years' experience in architectural practice with prior management experience in all phases of projects through post-occupancy.
• 10 years' experience in programming and planning of airport and/or other transportation facilities projects.
• Licensed Architect with current registration in your region, if licensure is offered in your region. 
• NCARB registration preferred.
• LEED accreditation or Green Associate preferred. 

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:  

• Demonstrated creativity, passion and interest in planning and design of airport and transportation facilities.
• Knowledge of technical and regulatory requirements of airport/airfield design.
• Knowledge of airport planning, design, construction documents, construction administration and project construction cost control for airport facilities.
• Ability to effectively work in a team atmosphere.  Ability to be flexible in multi-tasking and assignment adjustments.
• Proven ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with external clients and perform in a team environment.
• Able to demonstrate proven and effective communication and leadership skills.
• Strong knowledge of design, trends, construction methodology, material application, and manufacturer-supplier appropriateness.  
• Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems.
• Advanced knowledge of sustainability, integrated design and LEED guidelines.   
• Ability to manage multiple projects of a complex scope.  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency in Deltek Vision preferred.
• Proficiency in Revit as required of Project Leaders.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work in a team environment. 
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines. 

OTHER: 

• Some travel will be required.
• Some overtime will be required.
• The job duties and requirements that this document describes may be altered or supplemented at any time at the sole discretion of HOK.
• Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, education, and location.  The reasonably expected annual salary range for this position in Washington D.C. is $130,000 - $150,000.