Description

The Architectural Communication Director will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of projects by creating an outstanding experience for our clients and our team members. The ideal candidate will be a natural leader with excellent communication skills. This role is not about designing our projects, but rather helping us design the best experience for all people involved. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring their needs are met, and their expectations are exceeded throughout the project lifecycle.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment, promoting open communication, teamwork, and knowledge sharing.
• Long-term planning and scheduling (weeks to months in advance) in order to remain on schedule.
• Develop and maintain schedules for individual projects and coordinate with Directors and Project Managers.
• Communicate design needs by recording and delivering meeting minutes to team members.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues, and escalate as needed to ensure timely resolution.
• Provide regular project updates to the team, including status reports, presentations, and other communication materials as needed.
• Continuously seek opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains to enhance project delivery.
• Perform regular budget reviews by phase with the client.
• Monitor firm budget and forecast, including project profitability reports and hourly budget reports.
• Approve project billing according to phase completion and percent completion.
• Alongside a Partner, lead some initial meetings with potential clients using the studio’s pre-made presentations & curated meeting formats.

Employment Details:

• This is a full-time position with a healthy live/work balance (40 hrs/wk)
• Hybrid remote/in-person environment with 3 days/wk in-studio
• Typical working hours are 9:00am - 6:00pm, Mon - Fri
• Starting Salary Range between $95k - $115k
• Flexible PTO
• 401k matching
• Life Insurance Policy
• Medical + Vision + Dental insurance
• Friendly & Approachable Team!
• Rewarding Design Projects!

Link to Apply: https://forms.gle/PxH7SaRHFeZWAKrD

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a people-facing architectural role like Project Manager (or similar)
• 10+ years of experience working in the Architecture, Engineering or Construction Industry (AEC)
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively communicate with clients, team members, and stakeholders at all levels
• Highly organized with the ability to manage many projects at once
• Ability to work from our Long Island City studio 3 days/wk (minimum)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US

Highly Desired:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Proficiency in project management tools and software
• Experience working in Archicad or Revit
• Strong industry connections, with a knack for establishing relationships