Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) · 5 hours ago
Project Manager- Interiors
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $120K/yr
6+ years expSkidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) is a collective committed to shaping a better future for clients, communities, and the planet through sustainable and impactful work. The Project Manager for Interiors will oversee project processes, collaborate with teams, and ensure alignment with client goals, while also mentoring staff and contributing to the development of sustainable strategies.
ArchitectureCommercial Real EstateInterior Design
Responsibilities
Exhibits initiative, process innovation, problem solving, and decision quality with a high attention to precision and accuracy at a project level
Demonstrates a developing understanding of professional service agreements (SOM-Client Services Agreement, SOM Sub-consutlant Agreements). Assists with monitoring contract scope and identifying and executing additional service agreements
Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of the interior architecture process from concept development through project closeout. This includes experience with programming, space planning, design development, material and finish selection, documentation, coordination with consultants, and construction administration. Possesses a clear grasp of how design intent is maintained throughout all project phases and ensures alignment with client goals, budget, and schedule
Collaborates with the team to confirm labor allocation and participates in weekly team meetings to coordinate progress and maintain project alignment
Supports owner/client relationship and expectations to allow SOM and team to work effectively, efficiently and collaboratively
Supports Senior Project Manager to initiate, monitor and maintain project schedule and work plan including schedule of meetings, and presentations
Supports Senior Project Manager and contributes to responses for Request for Proposals (RFPs), including outlining scope, schedule and fees for proposed projects
Effective at communicating and promoting the work of the firm
Actively collaborates at a project, consultant team, and client team level by critically and constructively evaluating ideas. Contributes to and actively participates within the studio and office
Effectively communicates internally with project teams and externally with consultants and clients through timely and appropriate written, oral, and visual means
Inspires and leads others by example, participates in staff mentoring and training, clearly defines team member expectations and responsibilities, empowers others, and delegates where appropriate based on team members’ recognized abilities and potential
In collaboration with team members, contributes to a clear and consistent work plan to achieve the project budget, deliverables, and schedule
Actively engages in internal professional development opportunities
Contributes to the implementation of sustainable strategies in all project assignments and the associated development of staff knowledge
Contributes to the development of standards, policies, and procedures
Protects SOM from financial and legal risk
Qualification
Required
Professional degree in Interior Design or Architecture
Minimum 6 years of professional experience or equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities
Professional licensure process is close to completion
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Google Workspace, Adobe Suite (including, sheets and docs preferred), MS Office Suites (word and excel), Bluebeam, Slack, Miro
Familiarity with Deltek Vision, Salesforce
Benefits
Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance
Savings: 401K matching, pre-tax spending accounts, and employee discount programs
Work/Life Balance: Inquire about our hybrid/flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance program
Professional Development: Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees as well as specialized in-house career development
Company
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)
A global collective of architects, designers, engineers, and planners building a better future. Named No.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Candace Carroll
Chief Financial Officer
Carrie Byles
Partner
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