**Job Description:** **General Summary:** The Project Manager manages key client relationships and projects. The Project Manager responsibilities include the coordination of projects on time within budget and within scope. Oversee all aspects of projects, set deadlines, assign responsibilities and monitor and summarize progress of projects. Prepare reports for upper management regarding status of project. Project Manager works directly with clients and ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget as well as foster client relationships, pursue new work, grow company portfolio. **Essential Job Functions:** + Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the execution of projects. + Ensure all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and budget. + Develop project scope and objectives, involve relevant stakeholders and ensure technical feasibility + Develop detailed project plan to monitor and track progress + Manage changes to project scope, project schedule and project costs + Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques + Report and escalate to management as needed + Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders + Perform risk management to minimize project risks + Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors + Maintain project documentation + Track project performance to analyze the successful completion of short and long term goals + Use and continually develop leadership goal + Attend conferences and training as required to **Education:** + Bachelor Degree in Architecture or Engineering, or related field required; Masters preferred + Professional Registration preferred **Experience:** + 10+ years related architecture/engineering experience **Skills/Competencies:** + Excellent written and verbal communication skills + Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills + Strong organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills + Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office + Knowledge in BIM 360, AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks and ProjectWise preferred Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact. Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work (https://topworkplaces.com/company/ghafari-associates-l-l/freep/) , Crain’s Cool Place to Work (https://www.crainsdetroit.com/cool) , and a Best and Brightest (https://www.ghafari.com/news-and-views/ghafari-is-a-best-and-brightest-company-in-detroit-chicago-west-michigan) company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects (https://www.ghafari.com/projects) . Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments. Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation. Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world. Ghafari’s global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities. Are you ready to take that leap? Apply Now! _Ghafari Associates, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation due to a disability in order to use our online system to apply for a position at Ghafari Associates, LLC, you may apply for positions in the following ways:_ _Connect to our job portal_ _(https://ghafari.jobs)_ _By fax at 313.436.8624; Attn: Human Resources_ _By mail at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126; Attn: Human Resources_ _In person at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126._ _By email at hr@ghafari.com_ _If there are any questions or additional accommodations that are required, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance._ _It is Ghafari Associates, LLC’s policy not to discriminate in its employment and personnel practices because of a person’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, weight, height, marital, pregnancy or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, status as a qualified individual with a disability or a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance._