AL : A is a small, progressive, architectural design firm located in downtown Las Cruces, New Mexico. Guided by principles of craft and innovation, AL : A creates building designs that inspire and resonate with their place.

AL : A is seeking an Architectural Project Manager and an Intermediate level Project Manager with a passion for great “design”, its execution, and the craft of construction. The position offers a key role in the firm working on modern building projects ranging from custom homes, multi-family residential, commercial, medical, boutique hospitality, and private schools

Architectural Project Manager

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate / execute project drawings, specifications, and documentation from early design phases through final construction inspection

  • Prepare project code analyses and local ordinance applications

  • Interaction and communication with anyone in a manner that reflects the firm’s core values

  • Lead agency and consultant meetings as required

  • Prepare and oversee agency submittals

  • Prepare/lead bid documentation and value engineering as necessary

  • Track project budget through all phases of the project

  • Prepare redlines and reviews of junior/remote staff work

  • Demonstrate ability to problem-solve using design skills and construction experience

  • Travel (as necessary) for job site visits and project-related activities

Qualifications

  • Architectural license or on a direct path to licensure

  • An accredited First Professional Degree equivalent to a Bachelor of

  • Architecture or Master of Architecture

  • 8 - 12 years of work experience through all phases of the building design and construction process

  • Well versed in the analysis of Building Codes and Municipal Ordinances

  • An inherent curiosity and motivation to always continue learning and to stay current with advancements in building design and construction

  • Strong project management skills for an efficient workflow and the ability to multi-task and work on multiple projects and design phases simultaneously

  • Strong verbal communication skills, a sense of humor, and a desire to contribute to a small, dynamic design firm

Knowledge, Character, Abilities

  • Management, drawing documentation, and construction experience with various project types to include custom homes, multi-family residential, commercial, medical, boutique hospitality, and private schools

  • Ability to create construction details as necessary for the project

  • Strong ability to convey design solutions through graphic representation

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Strong leadership skills and self-motivated

  • Capable of multi-tasking and meeting deadlines

  • Punctual and organized

  • High proficiency with Autocad

  • Proficiency with Revit, Sketchup & Bluebeam and Microsoft applications

  • Working knowledge of Adobe Suite applications

Intermediate Level - Project Manager

  • Architectural license or on a direct path to licensure

  • An accredited First Professional Degree equivalent to a Bachelor of Architecture or Master of Architecture

  • 5 - 8 years broad work experience in relation to the Pre-Design, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, and Construction Administration phased.

  • An inherent curiosity and motivation to always continue learning within the complexities of the building design and construction

  • Strong project management skills for an efficient workflow and the ability to multi-task and work on multiple projects and design phases simultaneously

  • Strong verbal communication skills, a sense of humor, and a desire to contribute to a small, dynamic design firm

  • High proficiency with Revit and Autocad to execute and complete the work

  • Proficiency in Sketchup, BlueBeam, Photoshop, and Illustrator, 3D modeling / rendering software., and Microsoft applications

  • Interior design experience a strong plus

  • LEED AP certification a strong plus

Please send an email / cover letter indicating your interest in the position. Include a CV / resume, project portfolio (pdf or web-link), and pdf “construction document” samples (plans, sections, details - no more than 15mb)

Send to: armando@alopezarc.com and type “PROJECT MANAGER” or “INTERMEDIATE” in the subject line

AL : A

221 N. Main St., Studio E

Las Cruces, NM 88001 www.alopezarc.com