Position Description

Powell is currently seeking a full-time Architect Project Manager with 5+ years of experience with at least 2-3 years in leadership position on projects. Powell provides a collaborative atmosphere between architects, interior designers, construction managers and superintendents in our design build firm.

We encourage applicants that:

Have a flexible, positive attitude and the ability to process change (positive or negative) calmly and effectively.

Enjoy working on projects that vary in both scope and complexity, as you will typically be managing 1-3 projects simultaneously.

Take pride in knowing that your creativity and expertise will provide a unique and functionally beautiful experience for clients.

Manage scope, budgets and project timelines that contribute to the overall culture and success of Powell.

About Powell

Powell is an award-winning architecture, interiors and construction firm based in Nashville, Tennessee. Our collaborative studio is a collective of architects, interior designers, and contractors, unified in a vision to create inspired, transformative design and seamless boutique construction. We specialize in hospitality, commercial, retail and residential experiences, infusing each with collaborations from the local creative maker community to bring each space to life. Through our integrated design-build process, Powell combines the diverse elements of architecture, interior design, construction and craft into

a single client-focused service.

You are:

Passionate about your craft

Self- Motivated

Team Player

Efficient and Focused

Detail Oriented

You have:

5 Year Bachelor’s Degree or Masters Degree in Architecture

Experience creating, developing and maintaining drawing sets

Excellent Client Communication and Presentation Skills

Licensure Preferred

Technologies we use:

Revit (Proficiency is a must)

Smartsheet

Adobe Creative Suite (Proficiency is a must)

Plangrid

Bluebeam

Lumion

TO APPLY:

Send resume and work samples as a single pdf to katie@powellnashville.com. In an effort to help us manage this process, please don’t call or contact us in any way other than as noted.

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Lead all client communication and send weekly status updates via Constant Contact; Plan, develop and manage schedules and budgets and update weekly; Confirm construction field team is on budget, on schedule and capturing change orders; Manage permitting process; Lead OAC meetings on assigned projects; Coordinate subcontractors and vendors, assist Director of Accounts in subcontractor agreement execution; Supervise construction projects from design through project completion.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Forward thinking and highly organized a must

• Strong work ethic, positive professional attitude

• Provide the highest level of customer service to our clients with an emphasis on communication

• Represent and maintain company reputation for high customer satisfaction through honesty and

integrity

• Uphold the highest level of standards in workmanship that adhere to the plans and specifications the design team, both internal or external, has established

• Provide dedicated support to our field team, subcontractors and vendors to assist with proactive resolutions to issues

• Maintain meticulous documentation standards, document weekly reports from site superintendents for weekly client updates

• Prepare final budgets, and project schedules in coordination with Site Superintendent

• Select appropriate construction methods and strategies to complete projects on budget and on schedule in coordination with the design team

• Report weekly status update to clients though Powell’s Constant Contact format

• Negotiate and vet subcontractor agreements and coordination awarding the subcontracts with the Director of Accounts

• Comply with legal requirements, building and safety codes, and other regulations

• Establish prompt resolution of problems and conflicts as they occur

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of five years in commercial construction management

• Ability to manage multiple projects and jobsites simultaneously while interfacing with inspectors, subcontractors, architects, interior designers, engineers, city officials, and clients

• Negotiate with subcontractors to receive reasonable budgetary costs

• Ability to organize, prioritize and follow-up on multiple priorities simultaneously

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills that project a positive attitude for effective communication with clients, colleagues, subcontractors, vendors, and inspectors

• Ability to positively lead, support, and motivate Site Superintendents and a team of subcontractors on any given project

• Capable of clearly explaining steps, provide clear direction, and answering questions about construction processes to clients, employees and subcontractors pertaining to specific jobs

• Strong interpersonal skills building relationships with all parties involved in the construction process including clients, design team and subcontractors

• Proven time management skills and deadline oriented

• Ability to successfully plan projects, forward thinking, and able to quickly identify potential schedule conflicts and implement solutions in a budget friendly and proactive manor

• Ability to read and interpret technical construction documents in addition to blueprints, finish schedules, submittals, and equipment specs

• Order all long lead items after all project specific submittals and specs are approved

• Attend all internal weekly Construction Meetings as required

Email resumes to marco@powellnashville.com.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Plan, develop and manage schedules in partnership with project manager and Director of Field Operations, manage Safety program, help PM maintain budgets, manage all site activities, coordinate subcontractors and vendors, subcontractor agreements, train/assist Assistant Superintendents and supervise construction projects through project completion.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage Safety at all times to the highest standards

Manages day-to-day trade partner operations

Supervises other company employees including: assigning job responsibilities, evaluating productivity and providing recommendations to management (Assistant Superintendents, laborers and etc)

Ensures the sequence of work determined by pull planning is being followed in a manner consistent with the schedule and project completion date

Reviews shop drawings, manages materials procurement, coordinates deliveries, ensures site accessibility, inspects overall work quality, and maintains a safe and efficient work site

Proactive, forward thinking, and high level of organization is a must

Knowledge of PASKR Construction Software a plus

Strong work ethic, positive professional attitude, high EQ

Provide the highest level of customer service to our clients with an emphasis on communication, honesty and integrity

Represent and maintain company reputation and image

Uphold the highest level of standards in workmanship that adhere to the plans and specifications that the design team has established

Provide dedicated support to our team and trade partners to assist with proactive resolutions to issues

Maintain meticulous documentation standards through reports and logs daily

Help Project Manager maintain budget for the project

Select appropriate construction methods and strategies to complete projects on budget and on schedule in coordination with the construction team

Provide weekly reports, 2 week look-aheads, and budget matters to Project Managers and Director of Field Operations

Assist in schedule updates with Project Manager

Comply with legal requirements, building and safety codes, and other regulations specific to the project

Establish prompt resolution of problems and conflicts as they occur through proper company protocols

EDUCATION / JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education:

High School Graduate at minimum. Construction Management degree or trade certifications are a plus. Must be proficient at basic computer skills, Microsoft Office 365 software and the use of technology in general.

Microsoft Word and Excel

PASKR construction software experience is a plus

LEAN building including Pull Planning is a plus

Job Requirements:

Minimum of five years in a commercial construction management role (Experience in restaurant and hospitality projects are a plus)

Ability to manage multiple projects and jobsites simultaneously while interfacing with inspectors, trade partners, architects, interior designers, engineers, city officials, and clients

Ability to organize, prioritize and follow-up on multiple priorities simultaneously

Excellent written and verbal communication skills that project a positive attitude for effective communication with clients, colleagues, trade partners, vendors, and inspectors

Ability to positively lead, support, and motivate a team of trade partners on any given project

Capable of clearly explaining steps, provide clear direction, coaching and answering questions about construction processes to trade partners pertaining to specific aspects of the project as they pertain to each other

Strong interpersonal skills building relationships with all parties involved in the construction process including the internal design team

Proven time management skills and deadline oriented

Ability to successfully plan projects using Pull Planning, forward thinking, with the skills to quickly identify potential schedule conflicts and implement solutions in a budget friendly and proactive manor

Ability to read and interpret technical construction documents in addition to specifications, blueprints, finish schedules, submittals, and equipment specs

This is a management position however some projects will require working with hand and power tools at times.

TO APPLY:

Send resume to chris@powellnashville.com.