Project Architect / Project Manager - Licensed Architect

As a trusted national architecture/engineering/construction consulting firm, Marx Okubo works with real estate owners, investors, and lenders—at every point of the property lifecycle—to evaluate their building projects, solve complex challenges and implement tailored solutions. We value technical proficiency, innovation, dedication, and achievement as well as collaboration, both within our organization and in our client interactions. 

We are currently accepting applications for a Licensed Project Architect /Project Manager at a Senior Associate level to join our team in San Francisco.

This role is on a hybrid schedule with Monday and Tuesday in the office each week with site visits and work from home for the remainder of the week. 

Your Opportunity

The ideal candidate will lead architectural engineering repair design teams on technically complex projects across a diverse set of building types, including multi-family, office, retail, industrial, hospitality, higher education, and governmental facilities. Projects may include rehabilitation of the building envelope, and structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire life safety systems. Many of these projects are a result of building forensic investigations the firm has carried out. Marx Okubo does not design ground up new construction.   

You will work collaboratively with the discipline lead(s), subconsultants, and where applicable the construction project manager assigned to the project, is accountable for project financial performance, schedule adherence, and team communication. You will manage multiple projects during all phases of a project until completion/ close out. You will direct team members and consultants in adherence with the project approach, will implement the appropriate solution, will ensure the team designs and documents the project, will comply with the appropriate code requirements, and will ensure that the work is completed as planned, budgeted, scheduled and in conformance with the design intent.

The Project Manager/Project Architect role involves both client-facing and team-facing responsibilities.

Essential Functions

• Lead, develop, and execute project documentation and contract administration across all phases of assigned projects
• Serve as the Architect of Record for all project related documentation which has been prepared under your supervision and direction

• Responsible for achieving the client's project goals including budget and schedule
• Consult with client to determine function and spatial requirements and prepares information regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time
• Ensure the team approaches the project from a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach to minimize risk and scope gaps and to ensure the right solution is implemented
• Initiate and maintain contact with internal team members, consultants, and Client for clarification, coordination and negotiation of critical issues
• Prepare schedules, budgets and work plans during all phases of the project
• Provide leadership, including professional development coaching and mentoring of staff, and works closely with Technical Directors to train and improve team member skills
• Participate in client presentations, marketing, and business development opportunities
• Travel to sites as needed, locally and regionally (25-50%)

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• 10 - 15 years’ architectural practice with prior project management experience across complex projects and all phases through post-occupancy
• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, masters degree preferred
• Licensed professional architect within the State of California, NCARB registration preferred
• PMP, and LEED or other sustainability accreditation is preferred
• Design experience specifically for building repair as an architect of record on technically complex commercial projects

• Detail oriented and organized with proven experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Has good technical knowledge with commensurate architecture detailing skills
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to think outside the box to help develop solutions that are effective, budget appropriate and buildable
• Proven leadership skills in leading and organizing a team of multiple disciplines and consultants on successful projects
• Proven effectiveness coordinating with Owners and contractors
• Experience with project sizes of all types
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (outlook, word, excel, PowerPoint), AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, PlanGrid, and Box; experience with Primavera or Quire is a plus
• Confident with public speaking and networking
• Excellent writing skills

• Experience with the California DSA process for education projects and HCAI process (formerly OSHPD) for Healthcare is preferred

Physical Requirements 

Candidates should have the ability to:

• Move through construction and existing building sites over rough terrain
• See and respond to dangerous situations 
• Respond quickly to sounds 
• Ascend and descend ladders and stairs 
• Move safely through confined spaces and narrow paths 
• Work in outdoor weather conditions or unconditioned areas 
• Operate a computer and other related office equipment, and possess visual acuity to read information from printed sources and computer screens
• Lift up to 40 pounds (ex: ladders)
• Travel approximately 25-50% of the time both in and out of state 

Benefits

Marx Okubo is a privately held Employee Stock Ownership Plan firm; employee-owned, we offer internal growth, continuing education, mentor/mentee opportunities, as well as available 100% paid health insurance premiums for employee, up to a 30% match on your 401(k) contributions, and competitive compensation expected in the $150,000 -$170,000 range for base pay. Our culture is open to fresh perspectives, curiosity, diversity, and analytical mindsets. 

Marx Okubo is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Marx Okubo’s policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.    

We perform background checks via an agency after offers of employment are accepted and review them on an individual basis for inconsistencies or violations to determine the next steps in the recruitment process.