Job Summary
Our client, an International Consultancy Company with offices based in Woodstock, Cape Town has a opening for a Architect Project Manager. They provide dedicated design management services to world renowned architects including Aedes, Foster+Partners, HKS and more!
The role:
This role focuses on managing design processes rather than actively participating in design. It supports architectural practices by overseeing the delivery of design management services across multiple projects.
Please note: This is NOT a designer role, and will NOT be involved in the construction phase of projects. They also do NOT deliver IT Software.
Responsibilities:
Carry out project management activities, which include:
- Supporting the Architect in the administration / set-up and QA activities of the project
- Manage the interface between the design team and the client
- Be responsible for progress reporting
- Provide strategic advice where needed
- Plan and structure the design process with the design team, to provide a collaborative output
- Provide high quality of service and receive positive feedback from the Client
- Preparation of documentation and consultancy services supporting architects on design competitions: Issue accurate, correct and quality documentation
- Demonstrate a pro-active approach to engaging with the project team(s), following up on information exchanges and monitoring programme tasks
- Ability to manage and multi-task workload priorities
Requirements:
- At least 3 years experience in architecture and/or design, with a good understanding of the design processes. (Please note this is a non-design role)
- Project Management experience
- Must be comfortable presenting and interfacing with clients and have good communication skills
- Understanding/knowledge of RIBA stages (OR similar)
- Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel
- Experience with Visio and MS Projects is a plus.
Key Qualities:
- A professional individual who can manage priorities and respond well to pressure
- Keen to learn, be proactive, considerate, tactful and a relationship builder
- Strategic thinker with "big picture" perspective and commercial awareness
- A positive attitude, a motivator and high attention to detail.
Salary and benefits:
* Highly negotiable and competitive salary depending on qualifications and experience and benefits
* 18 days annual leave and the ability to "buy" more
* Day off for your birthday
* Paid annual professional subscription if needed (eg. SACAP)
* Training and further study
Please note that only candidates with the required experience will be considered and contacted. If you are not contacted, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.
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