Architecture Project Manager - Data Centers (Hybrid)

MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design, is seeking a dynamic Architectural Project Manager – Data Centers to join our Client Programs Market team in San Francisco, CA!

In this role, you’ll have the rare opportunity to work on global and national building programs that are shaping the future of data center design. As part of our Client Programs (CP) Market, you’ll take the lead in guiding projects through every stage of execution—driving innovation, delivering results, and making a lasting impact for our clients.

As a Project Manager, you’ll be at the helm of project teams, overseeing everything from contracts and design to documentation, permitting, and construction administration. You’ll manage project schedules and financial performance with precision, while cultivating strong client relationships and ensuring MG2’s standard of design excellence is upheld at every step. Serving as the primary point of contact, you’ll bring clarity, leadership, and confidence to both clients and project teams alike.

This is your chance to take on high-profile, transformative projects while advancing your career with a firm known for bold ideas, technical expertise, and a commitment to excellence.

• Manage project teams through all project phases. Primary responsibility is ensuring project deliverables are aligned with the contract, completed in conformance with the project schedule and budget, and continually meet MG2 standards for quality. 
• Ensure required contracts are in place prior to beginning execution of contract deliverables. 
• Create and maintain accurate milestone-based project schedules and staffing workplans. 
• Create and maintain detailed Project Charters including a comprehensive QA/QC plan for all project work.
• Assist with the development of project proposals and RFP responses as requested.
• Continuously monitor project financial status and complete intermediate financial reviews with Team Leads or Principal-in-Charge (PIC). 
• Review monthly project invoicing and consultant billing.
• Produce weekly project updates, including documentation regarding contract deliverables, financial updates, contracts, and permitting reports. Issue weekly project updates to all project stakeholders.    
• Lead or direct all internal and external project team meetings. 
• Actively participate in all Quality Control procedures including review of all externally distributed project deliverables. 
• Oversee all team activities during Construction Administration including weekly reviews of RFI and Submittal logs and attendance during project OAC meetings. Additional responsibilities include detailed review of all site visit reports and punch lists prior to issuance. 
• Host both internal and external project debrief meetings following completion of construction activities; focus on opportunities to continuously improve service level and results. 
• Initiate project-close out procedures following substantial completion; finalize in alignment with contractual obligations. 
• Manage internal and external resources; ensure consistent quality and project profitability. 
• Continuously manage the performance of team members; consistently provide accurate and relevant feedback as needed. 
• Perform monthly 1:1 check-ins with all internal team members (People Managers Only).
• Conduct mid-year and year-end performance reviews (People Managers Only).

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in a professional architecture or design firm.
• Demonstrated professional expertise with Data Centers is required.
• Certification as a license professional preferred.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams through all phases of milestone-based project delivery. 
• Basic knowledge of architectural contracts and contract execution procedures.
• Proficiency with Revit, Auto-CAD, and MS Office.
• Demonstrated expertise utilizing collaboration software such as Bluebeam, Miro, and Teams. 
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $80,000 to $152,000 per year (depending on qualifications) 

At MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design, we value our employees with great benefits and worthwhile programs. We are proud of the many initiatives at MG2 such as our focus on Sustainability and Inclusion & Belonging. We promote MG2 culture firmwide and within each of our offices through monthly recognition, happy hours, summer events, and an end of year Holiday Party to celebrate our accomplishments. People make the place at MG2 – Join our growing firm today!

MG2 offers competitive benefits that support our employees in their life and career. This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to:

• Employer provided employee healthcare plan and reduced cost premium plans, life insurance, and short and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off, 7 paid Holidays, and an additional 3 Floating Holidays.
• Employer sponsored Family Planning Program and employer Paid Parental Leave.
• Learning & Career Development opportunities.
• Employee Wellness and Employee Assistance Program.
• Participation in a 401K program including eligible company match percentage, after waiting period.