Senior Project Manager

2 weeks ago


Chicago, United States HKS Full time
Overview:

HKS Chicago is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Health team.

Primary managerial position in project-related functions and is ultimately responsible for project successes. Recognized ability to impact revenue and growth for multiple projects. Possesses strong leadership and communication skills, a flexible attitude, ability to solve problems creatively and ability to foster and manage effective client relationships. Responsible for high-impact decisions across multiple projects. Endorses the firm's values by personally influencing client service, innovation and communication.

Responsibilities:
  • Acts as primary client relationship owner, building and strengthening connections through a comprehensive understanding of their project mission, goals, policies, needs and progress
  • Manages the execution and delivery of implementation documents through all phases of projects, including post-occupancy evaluation and sharing/harvesting lessons learned and project impact
  • Collaborates on the design process including programming client needs, conceptual and schematic design, design development, document preparation and construction administration
  • Oversees coordination of project team interaction both internally and all other project participants
  • Oversees application of products and materials appropriate for the project
  • Manages and oversees the project teams in collaboration with other disciplines to establish design solutions that can be technically implemented within the constraints of the project goals, budgets, available time and within local ordinances and codes
  • Leads client presentations and public hearings as needed
  • Holds project teams responsible for detailed code and zoning analysis, performance analysis and deliverables on HKS standards, best practices and quality expectations
  • Oversees project meeting management, including scheduling, determining meeting purpose, preparing agendas and meeting report and maintaining action items log on regular basis
  • Attends on-site visits and field reviews as necessary
  • Manages conflict effectively and encourages a healthy team environment
  • Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the project team, including promoting communication and creating approachability
  • Actively promotes and incorporates the firm's principles of 'design excellence' through the integration of responsible and sustainable design practice with the art of design
  • Manages project financial performance, including invoicing and collections
  • Prepares collaborative work plan for projects, including consultants
  • Determines terms and prepares fee proposals and contracts, coordinating with PIC, legal and other project team leaders, including add service requests
  • Builds, updates and executes project schedule assuring deliverables are completed on time and aligned with the budgeted labor; recalibrates as necessary
  • Delivers project on defined budget requirements and maintains accountability to project plan and planned utilization rate
  • Negotiates scope and fees on contracts; monitors for changes in scope to initiate additional service letters
  • Participates in marketing interviews
Qualifications:
  • Accredited professional degree in Architecture or equivalent in education or experience
  • Architectural Registration strongly preferred
  • Typically 15+ years of experience
  • Sustainable design accreditation preferred
  • Firsthand and sustained experience in all phases of architectural design and construction
  • Familiarity in the capability and benefits of architectural and performance analytical software such as Revit, AutoCAD, 3D modeling, parametric design and performance analysis software preferred
  • Experience in MS Office Suite, including Microsoft Project and Microsoft Teams preferred
  • Advanced knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
  • Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems and QA/QC process
  • Advanced knowledge of building codes, constructability and accessibility guidelines
  • Successful track record with managing a team and performing duties in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
  • Ability to manage team with diplomatic and collaborative leadership style which puts value on relationships and collaboration, both internal and external
  • Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing


#LI-KT1

If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal.

HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran

  • Chicago, United States Integrated Project Management Company Full time

    DescriptionHybrid Relocation Assistance AvailableFor more than three decades, premier organizations have trusted IPM to lead the successful execution of their strategic portfolios and critically important initiatives. Headquartered in Chicago with offices in Boston, Parsippany, Minneapolis, St. Louis, Los Angeles, and San Francisco, IPM has led more than...


  • Chicago, United States Jones Lange Lasalle, Inc. Full time

    Managing industry changing projects As a Project Manager/ Senior Project Manag at JLL, you will be directly responsible for leading and delivering challenging projects. Your strong knowledge of construction projects from start to finish will speak to Project Manager, Manager, Senior, Project, Project Management, Client Relations, Property Management,...


  • Chicago, United States Clayco Full time

    As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for taking projects from conceptual stages through closeout. Provide leadership, technical direction, and deliver the best solutions on design-build projects valued anywhere from a $60 million to over $250 million. At Clayco, a Senior Project Manager is responsible for assisting with preconstruction,...


  • Chicago, United States LVI Associates Full time

    We are recruiting for a Senior Project Manager for Industrial projects. This is a role for a Senior Project Manager to join our team and play a crucial role in ensuring the success of our upcoming projects valued at $30M+ Responsibilities: Lead and manage all aspects of the construction project, from initial planning and budgeting to scheduling and...

  • Project Manager

    10 hours ago


    Chicago, United States Anthology Senior Living Full time

    Calling all builders, creators, and problem-solvers -- Catalyst Construction Group ("CCG") is seeking a Project Manager to join our growing team of skilled professionals. CCG is a full-service construction management and general contracting company providing exclusive and comprehensive pre-construction, design management, general contracting, and...


  • Chicago, United States HBK Engineering Full time

    HBK Engineering, LLC Senior Project Manager Chicago and Oak Brook , Illinois Apply Now HBK Engineering is seeking a Senior Project Manager/Program Lead. This position offers the opportunity to be part of a project team consisting of professional engineers, project engineers and designers who are involved in the design, modification, and analysis of new and...


  • Chicago, United States LVI Associates Full time

    We are recruiting for a Senior Project Manager for Industrial projects. This is a role for a Senior Project Manager to join our team and play a crucial role in ensuring the success of our upcoming projects valued at $100M+Responsibilities:Lead and manage all aspects of the construction project, from initial planning and budgeting to scheduling and...


  • Chicago, United States LVI Associates Full time

    We are recruiting for a Senior Project Manager for Industrial projects. This is a role for a Senior Project Manager to join our team and play a crucial role in ensuring the success of our upcoming projects valued at $100M+Responsibilities:Lead and manage all aspects of the construction project, from initial planning and budgeting to scheduling and...


  • Chicago, United States LVI Associates Full time

    We are recruiting for a Senior Project Manager for Industrial projects. This is a role for a Senior Project Manager to join our team and play a crucial role in ensuring the success of our upcoming projects valued at $30M+Responsibilities:Lead and manage all aspects of the construction project, from initial planning and budgeting to scheduling and...


  • Chicago, United States R.M. Chin & Associates Full time

    Have an interest in transportation planning and community level projects? Take your public engagement career to the next level with us! R.M. Chin & Associates (CHIN) is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to work on a variety of transportation and planning projects. This position will be assigned to provide day to day project management, and plan...


  • Chicago, United States Publicis Groupe Full time

    What took you so long!? We’ve been waiting for you. Yep, you read that right. We are looking for you to bring authentic self to work every day because we know it’s not what you do that makes you different, it’s how you do it that makes you truly unique.And we’re not just saying it, our people think that too— that's why we’re a 2023 Ad Age Best...


  • Chicago, United States R.M. Chin & Associates, Inc. Full time

    Have an interest in transportation planning and community level projects? Take your public engagement career to the next level with us!R.M. Chin & Associates (CHIN) is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to work on a variety of transportation and planning projects. This position will be assigned to provide day to day project management, and plan...


  • Chicago, United States R.M. Chin & Associates, Inc. Full time

    Have an interest in transportation planning and community level projects? Take your public engagement career to the next level with us!R.M. Chin & Associates (CHIN) is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to work on a variety of transportation and planning projects. This position will be assigned to provide day to day project management, and plan...


  • Chicago, United States R.M. Chin & Associates, Inc. Full time

    Have an interest in transportation planning and community level projects? Take your public engagement career to the next level with us!R.M. Chin & Associates (CHIN) is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to work on a variety of transportation and planning projects. This position will be assigned to provide day to day project management, and plan...


  • Chicago, United States AmericanEagle.com Full time

    Americaneagle.com is a family-owned web design, development, and digital marketing agency with a passionate belief in the power of technology to positively transform business practices. Our focus is on helping customers grow and achieve success in the digital space. We cover a variety of different industries, including eCommerce, associations & nonprofits,...


  • Chicago, United States Sierra ITS Full time

    Senior Project Manager - Chicago (NW side near O'Hare) - Hybrid - 12++ Month ContractSome PM's have more impact than others...and you are not one of the others. We've been engaged by a unique organization that provides insurance and financial services to the largest labor unions in the world. They have an in-house PMO that houses 8 senior-level project...


  • Chicago, United States Sierra ITS Full time

    Senior Project Manager - Chicago (NW side near O'Hare) - Hybrid - 12++ Month ContractSome PM's have more impact than others...and you are not one of the others. We've been engaged by a unique organization that provides insurance and financial services to the largest labor unions in the world. They have an in-house PMO that houses 8 senior-level project...

  • Senior Project Manager

    10 hours ago


    Chicago, United States Beacon Hill Full time

    This is a 6+ contract with an extension expected. Hybrid onsite/remote downtown Chicago. Job Description: Define project scope, goals and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Develop project plans, timelines and milestones using appropriate tools. Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders...


  • Chicago, United States Beacon Hill Full time

    This is a 6+ contract with an extension expected. Hybrid onsite/remote downtown Chicago. Job Description: Define project scope, goals and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Develop project plans, timelines and milestones using appropriate tools. Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and...


  • Chicago, United States myGwork - LGBTQ+ professionals & allies Full time

    This inclusive employer is a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. What This Job Involves Managing industry changing projects As a Project Manager/Senior Project Manag at JLL, you will be directly responsible for leading and delivering challenging projects. Your strong knowledge of construction projects from...