Project Manager

Project Manager (Health & Wellness Market Focus)

ABA Studios is currently seeking a Project Manager with a Health & Wellness focus to join our growing firm.

Selected as the Firm of the Year by the AIA Silicon Valley, ABA Studios is a thriving, creative and successful architecture, planning and interior design firm - delivering the highest quality services for over 40 years. The scope of services we offer ranges from pre-project planning through post-occupancy evaluations. ABA is committed to assisting clients in improving their own culture, environment, operation, function and organization. Our motto: Do Good, Exceptionally Well, by Design - means we see our services to our community, health and wellness, and education clients as fundamental to making our world better.

Your key responsibilities and opportunities may include:

Business Development

• Meet with potential clients to develop relationships and determine client needs, draft fee proposals, and coordinate creative solutions
• Transform leads into project opportunities through proactive business development and follow up measures
• Maintain existing client relationships while developing new ones

Technical

• Establish project goals, prepare budgets and schedules, and monitor adherence to contract terms
• Collaborate with team members and consultants
• Research and prepare feasibility studies, master plans, and reports
• Perform preplanning through construction administration services
• Knowledge of working drawings, building codes, specifications, and construction standards
• Develop and maintain knowledge of industry trends, products, and installation types

Practice Leadership

• Responsible for client relationship and management
• Responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing multiple projects through all phases of development
• Lead design efforts and direct staff production to effectively meet client goals, budgets and deadlines
• Responsible for communication with other disciplines, vendors, and contractors to ensure incorporation of all information into project requirements and provide support as necessary
• Provide support and mentoring to all team members for specific field, style, or phase of architectural expertise

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Must have a BA/BS in Architecture from a 4/5 year program or a Masters of Architecture

• 8 years of architectural experience with recent experience in Healthcare Market, both acute and outpatient
• OSHPD/HCAI experience is required. Project experience in DSA/education projects is a plus.
• 2-3 years of related experience in Project Management
• Licensed Architect in California preferred
• LEED accreditation is desired
• Revit familiarity
• MS Office proficiency
• Experience in sustainable design, integrated design and LEED guidelines
• Ability to prioritize workload, multi-task between projects and maintain organization in a changing environment
• Working knowledge of building codes and other regulatory requirements
• Advanced knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
• Proven ability to meet deadlines, adhere to budgetary goals and provide high quality service to clients
• Excellent oral, written and presentation communication skills

Benefits of Being an ABA Employee:

Health & Wellbeing:

• Flexible, Hybrid Work Schedule with in-office days on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
• Competitive Salary (starting $100,000 - $130,000, dependent on experience)
• Medical Insurance (100% coverage for employee, subject to a cap determined on a yearly basis)
• Dental & Vision (50% coverage for employee)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Option
• Monthly Parking Allowance

• Monthly Team Building/Social Events, including retreats, wellness challenges, happy hours, and summer/holiday gatherings

Professional Development & Licensure Support:

• Support for AXP Hours
• Quarterly Professional Development Guidance with a Senior Leader of the firm
• Annual Professional Education & Training Allowance, including additional PTO day
• Personal copy of Amber Book ARE Exam Study Guides
• Reimbursement for Professional Exams and Certifications
• Partial Reimbursement for Membership to Industry Organizations with Committee Involvement

• Voluntary Lunch-Time Learning and Development Opportunities, including weekly Technical Office Hours, monthly Design Labs, monthly ARE Exam Groups, and vendor presentations

Retirement:

• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan
• Performance-Based Bonuses

Additional Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program, including access to financial, physical, social, and emotional health resources
• Community Online Academy platform for live and on-demand classes on a wide variety of topics, including meditation, physical wellness, hobbies, and personal development, as well as enrichment classes for children of employees
• Employee-Only Discounts and Member Pricing for a variety of products and services, including health and wellbeing options, travel, electronics, apparel, and more
• Adoption Assistance

ABA is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.

Please submit resume, cover letter, portfolio samples and salary requirements to hr@aba-arch.com or submit directly through our website.