Project Manager, K-12 Education

DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place.We have an opening for a K-12 Education Project Manager. This role can be based in the following cities: Des Moines, Iowa  About K-12 Education at DLR Group: Our team of educators, researchers, anthropologists, planners, architects, engineers, building performance experts, and interior designers draw from evidence-based design to aid schools in bridging the gap from old and new to improve all facets of operations, and elevate learning through design. Understanding the rapid pace of technological, social, and cultural change, our K-12 Education Studio works with schools across the country to navigate this change to better serve communities and improve educational experiences and outcomes for students.  Position Summary: As a Project Manager at DLR Group, you will oversee all aspects of one or more projects, including managing project teams, coordinating with external consultants, and ensuring adherence to project schedules, budgets, and fees. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of quality and design excellence throughout the project lifecycle. Additionally, you will be accountable for the financial success of the project, ensuring it remains on track and within budget. If you are a collaborative thought leader with a strategic mindset this might be the position for you. DLR Group is 100% employee owned and as such you’ll enjoy the opportunity to have ownership in the Firm. We rely on all our employee-owners to apply their financial acumen to grow the Firm profitably. What you will do: Support business development by participating in RFQ, RFP, and interview processes Assist in negotiating scope of services, fees, and preparing agreements with both clients and consultants Ensure accurate input and updates of client and project information into project management systems Develop comprehensive project plans, including schedules, milestones, and staffing, and adjust as needed Lead and coordinate project teams, vendors, and consultants to meet client expectations for scope, quality, budget, and schedule Monitor and track project milestones, deliverables, and ensure submittals meet quality standards Communicate project status reports, identify necessary adjustments, and propose solutions for client-directed changes Provide leadership, performance feedback, and contribute to recruitment of project team members Establish clear communication with clients to ensure project progress and timely decisions are made Collaborate with design leaders to ensure compliance with quality standards and integrate design expertise into all project phases Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Interior Design M...