Project Manager

Real Estate Measurement & Analytics Group | Project Manager

SUMMARY

The Project Manager plays a central role in overseeing the execution of projects for the Real Estate Measurement & Analytics Group across the firm’s real estate portfolio services. This includes managing project scope, timelines, budgets, and deliverables while supporting the professional development of team members and maintaining strong client relationships. The ideal candidate brings a high level of technical expertise in BOMA standards, space planning, and code compliance, combined with strong communication and leadership skills. This role requires an ability to manage both detail and big-picture strategy across multiple active projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

(Include the following, other duties may be assigned)

• Lead day-to-day management of multiple projects, ensuring all deliverables meet quality standards, project goals, and client expectations
• Manage project budgets and fees with accountability for financial performance, resource allocation, and profitability
• Oversee workflow and production processes for assigned project teams; ensure schedules, tasks, and milestones are aligned and clearly communicated
• Develop complex feasibility studies, space programming, and area requirement analyses based on client needs, building constraints, and code compliance
• Maintain and organize up-to-date project documentation and databases, ensuring consistent and accessible records for internal and external use
• Collaborate with staff to provide clear direction, mentoring, and support that fosters a positive learning environment and encourages professional development
• Guide clients through project requirements, timelines, deliverables, and options, while building and maintaining strong working relationships
• Participate in client presentations and stakeholder meetings, articulating findings and recommendations with clarity and confidence
• Apply expert knowledge of BOMA Standards and building codes (ADA, CBC) to ensure accuracy and compliance across all project outputs
• Identify project risks or challenges early and work collaboratively to implement solutions that minimize disruption or rework
• Actively contribute to continuous improvement efforts related to internal systems, standards, and team workflows

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position may require supervision of junior staff.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to execute each essential duty with a high level of technical accuracy and professionalism. The following represent the required knowledge, skills, and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Planning, Engineering, or a related field; or 10+ years of progressive, relevant experience in the industry
• Proven experience managing multiple projects, teams, and client relationships in a fast-paced environment
• Expert knowledge of BOMA Measurement Standards across office, retail, mixed-use, and industrial properties
• Advanced understanding of building codes and jurisdictional requirements, including ADA, CBC, and Title 24
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and project tracking tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to lead client presentations and internal team meetings
• Demonstrated ability to guide, mentor, and develop staff while fostering a collaborative team environment
• Excellent problem-solving, time management, and organizational skills
• Strong financial awareness related to project budgets, labor tracking, and profitability
• Proactive approach to professional development for self and others

LIFE AT SAA

At our heart, we are a creative firm, and we have fun with what we do. We are a tight knit community, supporting each other in and out of the office. We understand work/life integration and encourage our employees to bring their personal experiences and passions into their roles. Innovation is the key to our success and that comes from everyone sharing ideas and exploring ways to make the industry, firm, and your job better. We also believe the best ideas come from those passionate about their company and continually look for ways to bring enjoyment into the workday.

We offer full benefits and fun employee perks including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans (including 2 no cost to the employee medical options and dependent coverage is available)
• 14 paid holidays per year
• Tiered Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 18 days/year
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• 401k Plan
• Casual work attire, complimentary snacks, drinks and office events.
• Summer Flex Schedule (Half Day Fridays)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

We’re team oriented and have fun while designing amazing spaces! The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to success fully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Physically able to climb overhead or crawl under spaces to complete certain jobs and occasionally be able to safely work on a ladder.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is an Exempt Full-Time position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Overtime, including evening and/or weekend hours may be required as workload demands.

TRAVEL

Travel will include performing on-site field surveys throughout the greater Los Angeles area. Travel may also include the occasional trip throughout California and/or other states as projects require. Mileage will be reimbursed at a predetermined market rate. Individuals must possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record and have reliable transportation. Travel expenses will be reimbursed and per diem provided when appropriate.

AAP/EEO Statement

SAA is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered without discrimination regarding race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other statuses protected by state, local or other applicable laws.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.