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About the Role

Our Pre K-12 education sector in San Francisco is seeking an experienced team member with a minimum of 10 years in the A/E industry to join our group of talented Project Managers. The ideal candidate will possess broad management expertise, with a focus on DSA-permitted Pre K-12 projects, and extensive experience leading multi-disciplinary teams. This role requires direct responsibility for risk, resource, schedule, and financial management, along with a comprehensive understanding of professional services and client/contract requirements. Competitive salary and excellent benefits, including a flexible hybrid work schedule, are offered.

Responsibilities

Assist the Principal-in-Charge with the professional services proposal process and in negotiating the Agreement with the owner.
Lead and direct multi-disciplinary A/E teams and all project activities, interfacing with the project team, clients, contractors, consultants and all authorities having jurisdiction, through all phases of a project including programming, schematic design, design development, construction document and construction administration services.
Prepare, implement, and monitor project plans and strategies.
Lead and manage client activities and contracts, securing additional service fees for out-of-scope work.
Manage overall project schedule and develop, coordinate and manage short-term schedules, next steps, and tasks with the project team.
Establish and monitor discipline hour budgets and staffing needs to meet profit goals.
Manage and monitor the gathering of owner-required data.
Prepare contract forms for owners and consultants, and monitor adherence to those contracts.
Schedule, coordinate, and manage all required design and technical reviews through all phases of the project to meet quality policies and procedures.
Manage the project team during the bidding and construction administration phase in accordance with Owner Agreement requirements.
Participate in marketing efforts including client maintenance, proposals and interviews.
Assist the Principal-in-Charge in the post-construction evaluation process when requested.
Interact daily with Operations Leaders and Business Leaders regarding project success metrics, issue resolution, and strategic goals.
Guide and monitor A/E project teams’ use/adherence to the HED Project Design Process.

Requirements

Minimum ten years' post-graduate professional experience in the A/E industry.
Minimum five years’ experience working as an A/E or Client-Side Project Manager with direct responsibility for project financial and risk management.
Experience with DSA-permitted Pre K-12 projects in California.
Extensive knowledge of all aspects of professional A/E services from marketing through project close-out.
Demonstrated comprehensive understanding of the coordination of all design disciplines.
Strong business acumen.
Strong leadership and teamwork skills, including the ability to lead, motivate, and work well with others in a design-focused environment under deadline situations.
Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills.
Proactive, self-motivated, enthusiastic, and flexible approach.
Strategic outlook, with an eye for detail.
Maturity, assertiveness, integrity and the ability to lead, influence, and persuade.
A strong, concise, and forthright communication style is required.
Capable of traveling to and from project sites, both locally and across the US; attending client, project, and construction meetings.
Ability to access existing and new project sites for observation, investigation, and evaluation purposes.
Ability to use office equipment for communication and documentation purposes.
Visual acuity to perform responsibilities.

Skills

Project Management
Risk Management
Resource Management
Schedule Management
Financial Management
Client Management
Contract Management
Team Leadership
Collaboration
Communication
Organizational Skills
Business Acumen
Marketing
Proposal Writing
Technical Review
Construction Administration
LEED Accreditation (preferred)

Location

Sacramento
San Francisco

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

Minimum 10 years post-graduation in A/E industry
Minimum 5 years as Project Manager with financial and risk management responsibility
Senior Level

Education Level

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Engineering
Professional Licensure in California

Salary/Compensations

Competitive salary

Benefits

Excellent benefits
Flexible hybrid work schedule

About the Company

At HED, we believe great design has the power to improve lives through positive impact.
Our PreK–12 practice creates inspiring learning environments that support educational excellence, community engagement, and student success.
As an integrated design firm, we bring together architects, engineers, planners, and designers to solve complex challenges through collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence.
Our culture is guided by six core values: Do It as a Team, Be You With Us, Make a Mark, Embrace Change, Thrive With Growth, and Strive for Performance.
When you join HED, you’ll have the opportunity to design impactful educational environments, collaborate across disciplines, partner with school districts and stakeholders, contribute to a culture of mentorship and growth, work in a flexible hybrid environment, and be part of a team committed to design excellence and positive impact.

Equal Opportunity

In compliance with all applicable or other employment requirements, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or status as an individual with disability and arrest and conviction records.