Root Architects - Project Manager

Position Overview:

The Project Manager is responsible for managing medium to large-scale projects from Design Development through Construction Administration. This role oversees scheduling, client relations, construction documentation, and project closeout. The PM ensures compliance with building codes, zoning laws, and safety regulations while maintaining the firm’s quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead Project Scheduling:

  • Develop and maintain project schedules to ensure timely completion of milestones.

  • Coordinate individual project schedules with internal teams and external stakeholders to meet deadlines.

Participate in Design Phases:

  • Contribute to Schematic Design (SD), site planning, and test fits.

  • Engage in Design Development (DD) by coordinating with consultants and managing materials libraries.

Ensure Building Codes, Zoning, and Compliance:

  • Maintain adherence to building codes, zoning regulations, and safety standards across all project phases.

  • Oversee Construction Documentation:

  • Collaborate with design teams to produce accurate documentation.

  • Coordinate with consultants and maintain office BIM standards, Revit libraries, and specifications.

Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC):

  • Conduct drawing reviews and oversee QA/QC processes, including redline reviews.

  • Develop and monitor protocols to ensure high production and quality standards.

  • Resolve constructability conflicts and secure regulatory approvals.

Lead Construction Administration (CA):

  • Oversee project close-out processes, including punch lists, occupancy, and final delivery.

  • Provide drafting support and maintain specifications as needed.

Foster Team Collaboration:

  • Lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with consultants to ensure effective collaboration.

  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff members.

Monitor Financial Performance:

  • Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring alignment with financial goals.

  • Track expenses and address deviations from the budget promptly.

Ensure Compliance and Risk Management:

  • Conduct regular risk assessments to mitigate potential project delays or issues.o Ensure all project activities adhere to contractual obligations and company policies.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.

  • 5+ years of experience in project management within the architecture, engineering, or construction industries.

  • Strong knowledge of building codes, zoning regulations, and safety standards.

  • Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Adobe Acrobat.).

  • Exceptional organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills:

  • Licensure in architecture or certification in project management (e.g., PMP).

  • Experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders.

  • Familiarity with sustainable design practices and LEED certification processes.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Competitive salary based on experience.

  • Comprehensive benefits package.

  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Contact:

Kim McGlone, kim@arcroot.com

Root Architects - Project Designer

Position Overview:

The Project Designer plays a critical role in developing creative and functional design solutions that meet client needs and align with the firm’s vision. This role contributes to the Schematic Design phase, creating renderings, diagrams, and test fits, while ensuring adherence to building codes and zoning regulations. The Project Designer also supports the development of construction documents, manages materials libraries, collaborates with team members and consultants, and provides drafting support as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Schematic Design Leadership:

  • Accountable to the Founding and Managing Principals as the project lead during the Schematic Design phase.

  • Participate in site planning and develop test fits to explore design options.

  • Create renderings and diagrams that visually communicate design concepts.

  • Contribute to site planning, renderings, and test fits.

Regulatory Compliance:

  • Ensure all designs adhere to building codes, zoning regulations, and other relevant compliance standards.

Interior Design and Materials Management:

  • Design and manage interior design elements, ensuring alignment with overall project objectives.

  • Oversee and maintain materials libraries, facilitating efficient selection and organization.

  • Manage the materials library and assist in producing construction documents.

Collaboration and Coordination:

  • Work closely with consultants, design teams, and other stakeholders to achieve project goals.

  • Provide technical drafting support to team members when necessary.

  • Collaborate with the design team and consultants to ensure project goals are met.

Documentation and Support:

  • Contribute to the preparation of construction documents, ensuring accuracy and detail.

  • Provide technical support in drafting and design documentation, ensuring alignment with project objectives.

  • Support office-wide drafting standards and processes.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or a related field.

  • 3+ years of experience in architectural design or a similar role.• Proficiency in design software such as Sketch-Up, Lumion and other rendering software, AutoCAD, and Revit.

  • Strong understanding of building codes, zoning regulations, and compliance standards.

  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience in developing Schematic Design for commercial or residential projects.

  • Familiarity with sustainable design practices and LEED certification processes.

  • Strong portfolio showcasing relevant design projects.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Competitive salary based on experience.

  • Comprehensive benefits package.

  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

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Point of Contact:

Kim McGlone, kim@arcroot.com

Mijares Mora - Architectural Production / Design

Mijares-Mora Architects, Inc. is currently looking to hire one (1) FULL-TIME/IN-PERSON architectural production / design position.

Mijares-Mora Architects is recognized as a leading architecture firm in the El Paso Region, specializing in the design and planning of pre K-12 educational facilities, civic & municipal buildings, higher education, parking garages, religious, commercial, and workplace environments.

Qualifications:

· A professional degree in architecture – preferably a Master of Architecture

· 5-7 years of experience (Exceptions can be made based on skill level)

· Strong design and communication skills

· Curiosity and sense of inquiry that draws insight and helps synthesize ideas

· Capacity to navigate new and challenging design problems

· An interest in research, data, and objective analysis

· Strong technical background and familiarity with complex building systems

· Experience using Autodesk AudoCAD & Revit, Sketchup, and Creative Cloud Suite of products.

· Must have a good working knowledge of accessibility codes and general knowledge of building and life safety codes

Responsibilities:

· Responsible for the day-to-day production of necessary drawings for various projects.

· Actively contribute to the planning, design, and documentation of projects of multiple scales and types

· Assist in preparation of client and stakeholder design presentations

· Coordinate design efforts and deliverables of design consultants and project team

· Assist Principals and Project Managers in the management of projects, as assigned

· Accompany the Principal-in-Charge or Project Managers to meetings with owners & contractors to review plans; coordinates all aspects of assigned projects with the staff; develop and maintain records data base

· Be responsible for complying with all policies, mandates and instruction given to them by the Principal-in-Charge, Project Managers, Lead Production, and Lead Designers.

· Provides complex level work in the preparation of clear, complete, and accurate working plans and detailed architectural drawings from rough or

detailed sketches or notes and prepares related project specifications as required

· Assists with the development, implementation, and maintenance of a CADD library of standard construction details

Deliverables:

Applicants should submit a portfolio and resume to the listed point of contact. All applications should be digitally submitted to the below listed email address.

Point of Contact:

Christian A. Mijares, Assoc. AIA

Project Manager / Designer

915.542.1591

cmijares@mijaresmora.com

UTEP Planning & Construction - Associate Director

Position Information

Hiring Department: Planning and Construction

Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm.

FLSA status: Exempt

Earliest Start Date:  As soon as possible.

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Application Materials:

  • Resume

  • Cover letter and a list of three references is strongly encouraged, 

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver’s license issued by the State where the applicant resides, and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

UTEP Planning & Construction - Proj Mgr Planning Construction

Position Information

Hiring Department: Planning and Construction

Posting End Date: Open until filled.

Hours: up to 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends

FLSA status: Exempt

Earliest Start Date:  8/1/2024

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Application Materials:

  • Resume

  • Cover Letter

  • List of three references

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver’s license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

UTEP Planning & Construction - Project Manager-Senior P&C

Position Information

Hiring Department: Planning and Construction

Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday- Friday 8:00am- 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends

FLSA status: exempt

Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.

Salary: Commensurate with experience and education.

Required Application Materials:

  • Resume

The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver’s license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.

NEW REPUBLIC ARCHITECTS

ARCHITECT/PROJECT MANAGER

New Republic Architects El Paso Texas 79912

$38,000 - $42,000 a year Full-time Monday to Friday in-person work

Contact: Angel Ramos at: angel@nraia.com

New Republic Architects is searching for a project manager/project architect with 3-5 years + experience to perform all phases of architectural work including planning, construction documents and presentations. Revit, SketchUp and AutoCAD desirable