Architecture Project Manager
LPA, Inc.
Project Manager
Performance Systems Integration
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: San Jose • California • 🇺🇸 United States
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Mid-LevelSenior
Tech Stack
ERP
About the role
- Review and comment on contractor/subcontractor agreements and architectural or engineering designs
- Provide pre-proposal/bid support including site walks and proposal reviews
- Conduct periodic site visits to monitor construction progress and ensure compliance with drawings and specifications
- Coordinate hand-off meetings with sales, design, and field teams
- Prepare project status reports and recommend release of construction funds
- Perform subcontractor negotiations and review subcontractor quotes for missing/incomplete scopes
- Generate and monitor master schedule (e.g., Gantt charts) with superintendent and support schedule adherence
- Prepare construction risk assessment reports and support site safety documentation
- Collaborate with sales, engineering, marketing, manufacturing, and operations to meet customer needs
- Secure required permits and ensure Parts/Warehouse orders and staging per BOM timelines
- Maintain job management system tracking contracts, scopes, timelines, change orders, and backup documentation
- Receive daily field reports and manage change order process with customers/contractors
- Adhere to company policies and regulatory requirements and perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) in Business Administration, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Project Management or related field, or equivalent work experience in the fire life safety industry
- 3-5 years of project management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Valid state issued driver’s license with acceptable driving record
- Must have the ability to obtain any and all licensing required within 90 days of hire
- Possess strong mechanical / electrical and technical aptitude
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel; proficient in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents
- Strong presentation skills and proficiency speaking to large audiences
- Ability to multi-task, problem-solve and adapt in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds occasionally
- Proper business English usage; excellent verbal and written communication
Benefits
- This position may be eligible for remote work with manager approval.
- To qualify for remote work status an employee must have an adequate, quiet, and safe home office setup including a comfortable desk and chair, high-speed internet access, ability to safeguard and protect sensitive data.
- To maintain remote work status, employee must maintain the above conditions as well as be in good standing (strong attendance, no performance improvement plans).
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
project managementcontract negotiationconstruction risk assessmentGantt chartstechnical analysissite safety documentationBOM timelineschange order managementmechanical aptitudeelectrical aptitude
Soft skills
presentation skillsproblem-solvingadaptabilitymulti-taskingverbal communicationwritten communicationcollaborationorganizational skillsattention to detailcustomer service
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business AdministrationBachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Fire Protection EngineeringProject Management certificationvalid state issued driver’s licenselicensing in fire life safety industry
