LOCATION: Raleigh, NC
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree preferred, Associate’s Degree minimum
EXPERIENCE: 1-3 years of professional services proposal experience required; 5+ years working in the AEC industry preferred
SALARY: $70,000 - $90,000

JacobsWyper Architects (JWA), a full-service design firm working in a variety of market sectors, is seeking a Proposal Manager to join our marketing team. Reporting to the Marketing Director, this role will work directly with technical staff at all levels to support project pursuits throughout the firm from our Raleigh, NC office. This is a full-time salaried position with the option to work remotely up to two days a week in line with our hybrid work policy.

We are seeking candidates who thrive in collaborative team environments, bring efficiency to deadline-driven workflows, and have essential skills in basic software like Microsoft Office programs and Adobe InDesign. Candidates will be asked to complete a web-based short-form multiple-choice aptitude test for InDesign during the first interview.

While we welcome applications from candidates who are building upon entry-level experience crafting proposals in a professional services context, the ideal candidate will have over 5 years of AEC industry experience and the ability to manage competitive proposal pursuits with minimal oversight. Compensation will be commensurate with experience level.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead production of project pursuit materials (LOI, RFQ, and RFP responses and interview slide decks) in collaboration with firm partners, principals, and project managers in line with internal formatting standards. (85%)
  • Participate in proposal/interview strategy sessions with technical staff and marketing team leaders.
  • Take ownership of the internal production process, most critically the schedule of tasks and deadlines.
  • Monitor proposal compliance and responsiveness throughout the production process.
  • Coordinate with consultant team partners to integrate their materials into our response.
  • Support team with development and formatting of story-driven Powerpoint presentations.
  • Update and maintain staff resumes, project profiles, and other elements used during proposal preparation in collaboration with other team members.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of additional marketing content, collateral, and data as needed. (10%)
  • Collaborate with marketing leadership, graphic designer, and technical staff on the creation of brochures, design award submissions, conference materials, etc.
• Other business development and marketing-related duties to support the Raleigh office and JWA at large. (5%)
  • Duties could include coordinating event registration, representing JWA at relevant networking events, and more.
  • Support the business development team to plan, prepare, set up, and take down booths at conferences both locally and nationally. Manual dexterity and limited travel (1-2 times annually) required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated ability to produce and coordinate deadline-driven work in a team environment with efficiency, clarity, and positivity
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Expert skills in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel as well as Adobe InDesign (refer to notes regarding aptitude testing)
• Understanding of marketing and business development fundamentals, especially within a professional services context
• Familiarity with Standard Form 330 and 254 proposal preparation

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with Microsoft Sharepoint and/or Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
• Basic understanding of AEC industry (terminology, project structure, etc.)
• Experience providing marketing or business development support to one or more of the following market sectors:
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical
  • Community Services & Mission Critical
  • Cultural & Museums
  • Higher Education
  • Industrial & Manufacturing
  • Science & Technology
  • Workplace

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are currently unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.

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EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree
REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATIONS: Professional architectural license preferred but not required.
EXPERIENCE: 8+ years, 3 years of project management experience with a  focus on Science & Technology Projects.
SALARY: $95,000 - $125,000

WHY WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU: : We are looking for a qualified designer that is aligned with our values to join our award-winning architectural, planning, and interior design firm. We seek professionals to work across our Philadelphia, PA, Raleigh, N.C and Austin, TX offices that will bring knowledge, experience, and expertise to the role of Project Manager with a strong focus on science & technology projects. This role will be an integral part of the design team for learning environments, research facilities and other specialty project types for a broad range of clients in the Science & Tech, Private Commercial, and Educational sectors.

JOB SUMMARY: The S&T Focused Project Manager will focus on planning and execution of projects from inception through completion. Project Manager will engage directly with clients to track and organize project progress, collaborate with other team members, and occasionally review the work of team members and/or consultants while developing design and technical solutions throughout all phases of a project. Project Manager will also be responsible for subconsultants and engineering partners under the design contract.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Manage all aspects of a project with expertise on projects of various scales and technical complexities.
• Assist with proposal development and estimating fees and scope of services with the Partner-In-Charge.
• Prepare work plans to support the Partner-In-Charge and communicate plan to project team and verify progress to meet contractual obligations.
• Manage all project financial performance indicators through DeItek including the monitoring of design fees.
• Attend client meetings and regularly interfaces with clients and consultants.
• Coordinate with Project Architect(s) on a regular basis to ensure projects are executed according to clients' goals and expectations.
• Serves as the primary client liaison to bring the schedule, budgets, and scope of work to completion.
• Advocate for teamwork, superior client service and design excellence and encourages team members and consultants to keep these as a priority throughout the duration of a project.
• Executes quality control assurance in the project plan and ensures measures for quality control are included within the project fee.
   

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Project management experience with clients in sectors including Higher Ed, Pharmaceutical, Biopharma & Biotech, and other Science & Tech Industries.
• An understanding of lab planning and the guidelines and codes that inform the design of Science & Tech facilities. 
• Ability to plan and organize a project as well as track progress and redirect resources as needed.
• Ability to evaluate and guide the work of others on the team, as well as educate project team members on industry standards and procedures.
• Strong presentation skills, both in the development of a visual presentation, as well as the ability to verbally present well.
• Support proposal efforts to work planning and fee assessment.
• Ability to create work plans from proposals and contracts.
• Excellent client service and relationship skills. Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Has technical proficiency and experience in detailing and specification writing.
• Demonstrates experience with complex building types in both new construction and renovation projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Projects.
• Proficiency in Revit.
• Knowledge of cGMP is a plus. 
• Knowledge of Hazardous Materials code analysis is a plus.
• An interest or expertise in sustainable design is a plus.
   

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in architecture.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Project related travel 1-4 times a year out of state; local travel in city of Philadelphia and surrounding areas for onsite meetings and project needs.

Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are currently unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
 

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EDUCATION: Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in architecture
REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATIONS: Professional architectural license preferred but not required.
EXPERIENCE: 5 years+ architectural firm experience
SALARY: $75,000 - $90,000

About JacobsWyper Architects: We are in the business of transformation. Together with our clients and partners, we envision spaces where people are freed to work more productively, make discoveries, and live healthier and more joyful lives.

We love what we do. And we work not just for the love of architecture and design, but to satisfy our calling to improve the quality of life in our communities, both today and in the sustainable future. Our process is collaborative by design.

We value and develop long-term partnerships with clients across a broad range of industries and institutions. By leveraging the design intelligence of the group, and making connections across industries and disciplines, we see farther than any of us could alone. That’s how innovation happens.

We have a culture that values responsiveness, hard work, creative problem solving and design excellence, and a respect for the environment we inhabit. We are able and responsible designers and partners, creating environments we need and use that support the life of our community.

WHY WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU: We are looking for a qualified Architect or Architectural Designer who is aligned with our values to join our award-winning architectural, planning, and interior design firm. We seek professionals to work in our Raleigh, N.C., office who will bring knowledge, experience, and expertise to the role of Project Architect/Architectural Designer. The Project Architect will be an integral part of the design team for learning environments, workplace design, and other specialty types for a broad range of clients from Life Sciences/Science & Tech, Industrial, to Educational and Cultural Institutions.

JOB SUMMARY: The Project Architect will focus on planning and execution of projects from inception through completion. In this role you will direct, mentor, and/or review work of team members and/or consultants while developing design and technical solutions throughout all phases of a project. The candidate will interface with our clients as needed to share design progress and support our project manager in managing expectations.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Work with a project manager and Subject Matter experts to develop concepts and documentation for fast-pace projects. Candidate must have a strong grasp of technical architecture, code, and drawing standards and a willingness to learn industry-specific facility guidelines and best practices.
• Produce construction documents, including life safety sheets, typical and specific details, plans, reflected ceiling plans, interior and exterior elevations, sections, and schedules.
• Work directly with engineering consultants to solve technical challenges throughout design.
• Use Revit proficiently to model new and existing buildings accurately in 3D and in accordance with JacobsWyper’s internal BIM standards.
• Develop and lead client-facing design presentations for all design phases of a project.
• Have the ability to work independently on smaller projects or direct junior staff on larger projects and delegate tasks.
   

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Basic understanding of interior and exterior building materials, with respect to comparative costs; key performance and installation concerns; contributions to sustainable design goals; and other crucial features.
• An eagerness to develop the ability to produce a set of construction documents, including life safety sheets, typical and specific details, plans, reflected ceiling plans, interior and exterior elevations, sections, and schedules.
• Understand specification process and has the ability to direct the process in coordination with the drawings. Experience writing specifications is a plus.
• Solid understanding of building and life safety code. Knowledge of hazardous materials code is a plus.
• Proven ability to design, produce technical documentation, and facilitate the construction administration process.
• Familiarity with what’s involved in the selection and specification of furniture and the ability to work collaboratively with our interior design team.
• An interest or expertise in sustainable design is a plus.
• Proficiency in Revit and 3D modeling.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Enscape.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) is a plus.
   

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in architecture.
• Professional architectural license preferred but not required.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Project related travel 1-4 times a year out of state; local travel in city of Philadelphia and surrounding areas for onsite meetings and project needs.

Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are currently unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
 

Apply Now

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree
REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATIONS: Professional architectural license preferred but not required.
EXPERIENCE: 8+ years, 3 years of project management experience with a  focus on Science & Technology Projects.
SALARY: $95,000 - $125,000

WHY WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU: : We are looking for a qualified designer that is aligned with our values to join our award-winning architectural, planning, and interior design firm. We seek professionals to work across our Philadelphia, PA, Raleigh, N.C and Austin, TX offices that will bring knowledge, experience, and expertise to the role of Project Manager with a strong focus on science & technology projects. This role will be an integral part of the design team for learning environments, research facilities and other specialty project types for a broad range of clients in the Science & Tech, Private Commercial, and Educational sectors.

JOB SUMMARY: The S&T Focused Project Manager will focus on planning and execution of projects from inception through completion. Project Manager will engage directly with clients to track and organize project progress, collaborate with other team members, and occasionally review the work of team members and/or consultants while developing design and technical solutions throughout all phases of a project. Project Manager will also be responsible for subconsultants and engineering partners under the design contract.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Manage all aspects of a project with expertise on projects of various scales and technical complexities.
• Assist with proposal development and estimating fees and scope of services with the Partner-In-Charge.
• Prepare work plans to support the Partner-In-Charge and communicate plan to project team and verify progress to meet contractual obligations.
• Manage all project financial performance indicators through DeItek including the monitoring of design fees.
• Attend client meetings and regularly interfaces with clients and consultants.
• Coordinate with Project Architect(s) on a regular basis to ensure projects are executed according to clients' goals and expectations.
• Serves as the primary client liaison to bring the schedule, budgets, and scope of work to completion.
• Advocate for teamwork, superior client service and design excellence and encourages team members and consultants to keep these as a priority throughout the duration of a project.
• Executes quality control assurance in the project plan and ensures measures for quality control are included within the project fee.
   

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Project management experience with clients in sectors including Higher Ed, Pharmaceutical, Biopharma & Biotech, and other Science & Tech Industries.
• An understanding of lab planning and the guidelines and codes that inform the design of Science & Tech facilities. 
• Ability to plan and organize a project as well as track progress and redirect resources as needed.
• Ability to evaluate and guide the work of others on the team, as well as educate project team members on industry standards and procedures.
• Strong presentation skills, both in the development of a visual presentation, as well as the ability to verbally present well.
• Support proposal efforts to work planning and fee assessment.
• Ability to create work plans from proposals and contracts.
• Excellent client service and relationship skills. Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Has technical proficiency and experience in detailing and specification writing.
• Demonstrates experience with complex building types in both new construction and renovation projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Projects.
• Proficiency in Revit.
• Knowledge of cGMP is a plus. 
• Knowledge of Hazardous Materials code analysis is a plus.
• An interest or expertise in sustainable design is a plus.
   

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in architecture.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Project related travel 1-4 times a year out of state; local travel in city of Philadelphia and surrounding areas for onsite meetings and project needs.

Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are currently unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
 

Apply Now

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in architecture
REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATIONS: Professional architectural license preferred but not required.
EXPERIENCE: 5 years+ architectural firm experience
SALARY: $75,000 - $90,000

About JacobsWyper Architects: We are in the business of transformation. Together with our clients and partners, we envision spaces where people are freed to work more productively, make discoveries, and live healthier and more joyful lives.

We love what we do. And we work not just for the love of architecture and design, but to satisfy our calling to improve the quality of life in our communities, both today and in the sustainable future. Our process is collaborative by design.

We value and develop long-term partnerships with clients across a broad range of industries and institutions. By leveraging the design intelligence of the group, and making connections across industries and disciplines, we see farther than any of us could alone. That’s how innovation happens.

We have a culture that values responsiveness, hard work, creative problem solving and design excellence, and a respect for the environment we inhabit. We are able and responsible designers and partners, creating environments we need and use that support the life of our community.

WHY WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU: We are looking for a qualified Architect or Architectural Designer who is aligned with our values to join our award-winning architectural, planning, and interior design firm. We seek professionals to work in our Philadelphia, PA,office who will bring knowledge, experience, and expertise to the role of Project Architect/Architectural Designer. The Project Architect will be an integral part of the design team for learning environments, workplace design, and other specialty types for a broad range of clients from Life Sciences/Science & Tech, Industrial, to Educational and Cultural Institutions.

JOB SUMMARY: The Project Architect will focus on planning and execution of projects from inception through completion. In this role you will direct, mentor, and/or review work of team members and/or consultants while developing design and technical solutions throughout all phases of a project. The candidate will interface with our clients as needed to share design progress and support our project manager in managing expectations.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Work with a project manager and Subject Matter experts to develop concepts and documentation for fast-pace projects. Candidate must have a strong grasp of technical architecture, code, and drawing standards and a willingness to learn industry-specific facility guidelines and best practices.
• Produce construction documents, including life safety sheets, typical and specific details, plans, reflected ceiling plans, interior and exterior elevations, sections, and schedules.
• Work directly with engineering consultants to solve technical challenges throughout design.
• Use Revit proficiently to model new and existing buildings accurately in 3D and in accordance with JacobsWyper’s internal BIM standards.
• Develop and lead client-facing design presentations for all design phases of a project.
• Have the ability to work independently on smaller projects or direct junior staff on larger projects and delegate tasks.
   

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Basic understanding of interior and exterior building materials, with respect to comparative costs; key performance and installation concerns; contributions to sustainable design goals; and other crucial features.
• An eagerness to develop the ability to produce a set of construction documents, including life safety sheets, typical and specific details, plans, reflected ceiling plans, interior and exterior elevations, sections, and schedules.
• Understand specification process and has the ability to direct the process in coordination with the drawings. Experience writing specifications is a plus.
• Solid understanding of building and life safety code. Knowledge of hazardous materials code is a plus.
• Proven ability to design, produce technical documentation, and facilitate the construction administration process.
• Familiarity with what’s involved in the selection and specification of furniture and the ability to work collaboratively with our interior design team.
• An interest or expertise in sustainable design is a plus.
• Proficiency in Revit and 3D modeling.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Enscape.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) is a plus.
   

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in architecture.
• Professional architectural license preferred but not required.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Project related travel 1-4 times a year out of state; local travel in city of Philadelphia and surrounding areas for onsite meetings and project needs.

Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are currently unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
 

Apply Now