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Job Opportunity: Richmond, CA, US Tue, Sep 24 '24 De:Eames InstituteJob description:Design & Construction Project ManagerEmployer:Eames Institute Job location:Richmond, CA, US Published:Tue, Sep 24 '24 Pay:$90,000 - $103,500annually About the Eames Institute The Eames Institute is a nonprofit public charity that aims to equip everyone with the lessons of Ray and Charles Eames—the groundbreaking designers who helped shape the modern world. With infinite curiosity for the world around them, Ray and Charles approached their work as an continuing series of discoveries to develop solutions for any given problem. Their approach was driven by curiosity, enacted with rigor, and expressed with joy and one we believe remains hugely significant today. With our vast collections, digital and print offerings, broad program of events, and the Eames Ranch, we seek to demonstrate the enduring value of the Eameses’ philosophy and inspire joyful, problem-solving design. About the function We are pursuing a Design & Construction Project Manager to ensure success across various planning, construction, landscape, and infrastructure projects. As a member of our staff, you’ll be challenged to take on work that advances design with purpose. You’ll also work with a fun and curious group of makers and builders. The Design & Construction Project Manager will be responsible for on-site, day-to-day management of various planning, design, and construction projects on current and future properties. The first primary focus will be design and construction project management at our Richmond location, which includes a workspace, warehouse for the Eames Archives, and several spaces for public programming. this function will coordinate between existing design firms, contractors, external consultants, public agencies, and other supporting partners to craft a vision and track decisions, permits, budgets, and schedules, while also researching, vetting, and onboarding a cadre of industry leading planning, design, and construction professionals for future projects. In this function, you will… Project Planning » In close collaboration with the Senior Director of Design & Construction, lead internal efforts with Project Architect regarding programming, concept, and brief development for Richmond campus development projects » Conduct design team and vendor selection and contracting. » Coordinate with consultants and public agencies on zoning and permitting. » Facilitate design direction (internal & external) and oversight, including presentations to key stakeholders. Project Development & Coordination » Deliver constant and effective communication, serving as the central point person for various projects and maintaining strong collaboration with the client groups, Project Architect, Project Director, and additional Project Stakeholders. » Coordinate the workflow of various consultants, architects, landscape architects, engineers, specialty designers and experts and serve as the primary point of contact representing the organization and managing the flow of information. » Be the trusted representative on site, knowing what’s happening on a everyday basis and ensuring quality control regarding cost and deliverables. » supervise design, planning, and construction schedules and dissemination of milestones, guiding course correction where necessary. » Monitor, identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to ensure prosperous project results. Develop and implement contingency plans to address potential issues. Administration & System Building » Manage budgets, proposals, invoices, and payments, ensuring the billing process is accurate with estimates and work completed. » Strategize, coordinate, and track permits with significant county and state departments and agencies, as well as implement permitting requirements and conditions. » Write scopes of work and solicit competitive bids for services and construction ensuring diverse representation in alignment with organization goals. » Build and maintain systems to track costs, approvals, documentation, and monitoring requirements. » Establish and enforce quality control and assurance processes to ensure high standards of construction and safety protocols; conduct regular site inspections and audits. Organization & Culture » Participate in and contribute to the Institute's culture of curiosity and learning. » Inspire and teach others about strong execution and project management. » Build and share expertise, appreciation, and curiosity of the history, contributions, and legacy of Ray and Charles Eames. » Help cultivate and nurture healthy collaboration and communication between individuals and groups across the organization. The ideal candidate has: Required expertise, abilities, competencies » Strong grasp of the Eames Institute, its mission, and work. » Highly prioritizes communication and coordination with key stakeholders. » Confidently navigates ambiguity, uncertainty, evolving needs, and opportunities. » Owns projects and responsibilities, making informed decisions or recommendations to key stakeholders and decision-makers. » Seeks out, welcomes, contributes, and integrates creative feedback. » Understands and embraces the complexity of property development, permitting, and long-term planning. » Fosters collaborative teamwork and enjoys working with others. » Can enthusiastically commit to championing and seeing through long-term capital projects. Education and practice » Advanced degree in Architecture, Construction Management or related field, or equivalent related work practice. » practice and/or consciousness of acquiring permits as well as navigating entitlements and neighbor relations, particularly within Bay Area counties. » Five (5) years practice serving as an Owner's Representative or Project Manager for an architecture, construction firm, or institutional capital projects department. » significant practice with mid-size properties and facilities related to gallery, library, archives, or museum industry is a plus. Other tasks: Please note: this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, tasks, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Work hours, working styles, and additional advantages: » this function, to start, requires the individual to be onsite at our Richmond facility, Monday through Friday, generally between regular business hours with occasional early or later shifts as needed. What we offer: » The Eames Institute offers a competitive benefits package, including… » Medical, dental, and vision insurance, for which the organization covers 99% of the cost for employees and 75% of the cost for dependents » Base income range: $90,000 - $103,500 » 401k employer match up to 6%, commuting benefits, and parental leave » Wellness benefit of $600 per year to spend on anything that contributes to your mental and physical wellness » Professional development benefit up to $600 per year to support your continued learning and career development » $500 match for charitable giving, for every year of service up to five years » endlesspaid time off policy in addition to fourteen paid holidays » Sabbatical leave after five years of employment U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The Eames Institute values diversity, inclusion & belonging for all, and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We strive to create a workplace that empowers people of all backgrounds, identities, and practices to feel respected, valued, and able to contribute at the highest level. If you’re excited by this function but your professional practice doesn’t perfectly align with the qualifications listed, we still encourage you to apply. Please submit an application at this link. Skills:
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