Hiring: Project Manager Position

Ballentine Architects Studio is a premier architectural firm in Los Angeles California that provides residential design services for a wide range of clients desiring the most well designed details for their home. At Ballentine Architects, you’ll gain full exposure to all aspects of residential Architecture. We are actively seeking passionate, talented and enthusiastic candidates for our Project Manager Position.

Open Position

The new Project Manager will fill a key leadership role for our team and have a significant impact on the culture of our firm. It is the responsibility of the Project Manager to serve as the point of contact between the client, design teams, and the Principal Architect. They must direct their team on his/her project, assign the work and guarantee quality of the work completed. Lines of accountability are clearly defined by the Project Manager within the project team (including the client, consultants and any sub consultants).  Candidate must be capable and experienced, with confidence and authority to speak for the firm with clients and to direct and expedite the work.

Role

  • Provides leadership at the project level, interacting with clients, staff and consultants

  • Involved in the establishment of project design principles that ensure the highest quality of design and conformance with the design intent and vision of Principal Architect

  • Develops the project budget and timeline, manages proposals and contracts, and monitors financial progress in an effort to oversee the profitable delivery of projects

  • Communicates with consultants, contractors, sub-consultants and other disciplines to resolve project details and technical issues

  • Monitors project production while providing support and mentorship for junior level staff

  • Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship within the firm

  • Participates in business development and professional development activities

  • Conduct job site meetings and regularly communicate with city and county planning departments

  • Be a true representative of the firm’s values by demonstrating humility, a curious mind and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Requirements

  • License Architect or Experienced Senior Level Project Manager

  • Minimum 5 years experience working in Architecture Firm

  • Experience in single and multi-family residential design preferred

  • Demonstrated history of success in leading a team and managing multiple projects, including the ability to monitor, adjust and maintain scope while also scheduling and budgeting for medium to large size projects under multiple delivery methods.

  • Strong relationship-building skills, including the ability to recognize and successfully maneuver through client and agency political roadblocks to avoid potential “landmines”

  • Strong leadership skills, including the ability to generate enthusiasm and gain support from clients, staff and the project team

Preferred Skills and Knowledge

  • Ability to successfully work with agencies having jurisdiction

  • Detail oriented with excellent graphic, verbal and written language skills

  • Strong knowledge of industry and market sector trends, architectural building systems, sustainability, and integrated design

  • High level of proficiency with 3D Modeling (Sketchup) and Drafting (AutoCad)

  • High level of proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud

  • High level of proficiency with Mac Office Suite and Google Suite

  • High level of proficiency in developing details and technical drawings

Why Ballentine Architects

At Ballentine Architects, you will gain full exposure to every aspect of residential Architecture. We offer comprehensive training to ensure designers pursuing licensure in the Architecture profession gain the knowledge and skills required for the independent practice of Architecture. We offer a compensation package that includes a competitive salary, paid vacation and holidays, as well as medical, dental and vision benefits. Our firm truly believes in our staff and the importance of education, mentoring and reward. We recognize the significance of our staff enjoying what they do. We work hard, but definitely have fun along the way. If you are a self starter, looking to develop your Architectural skill set in a fun, collaborative and creative environment we would like to hear from you.

This is a full time position in Venice Beach, California.

To apply, please submit a cover letter that expresses your interest in working with our firm, your resume, and work examples to jobs@ballentinearchitects.com. Please include “Project Manager Position” in the subject line of your email.