Principal Architect (Owner's Representative)

Position Summary: The Principal Architect will have significant leadership responsibilities for the Columbia, South Carolina office, including the recruitment and management of staff, projects, and business development. The Principal will lead large, complex construction projects and manage all facets of the project definition, procurement, design, pre-construction, bid/award, and construction phases of work. Essential Functions: Business Development, client introductory meetings, proposal development and client/project interviews.Oversee and manage local staff.Participate in the hiring and termination process with new and existing employeesActing as the owner’s representative, lead the project team(s) in the successful management and delivery of complex building projects by taking an active role in leadership with the architect and the contractor teams.Manage the overall client relationship during all phases of all contracts.Guide the team to meet the client’s vision and ensure positive outcomes for our clients and their construction projects.Review and monitor contracts to ensure MSI is fulfilling contract requirements.Maintain an open dialogue with the client and its stakeholders for continuous and effective communication and to obtain a common understanding of project status, progress, and expectations.Develop and manage project standards and provide regular reports to the client on project progress. Oversee staff development, performance management, and team motivation initiatives of direct reports.Provide Design Management oversight including working with the project design team to finalize and manage the design process. Project Management experience required.Significant experience in all phases of work required.Candidate must possess the following abilities:Organizational and project management skills.Problem-solving and analytical skillsManage and develop high performing teams.Implement and execute vision and goals.Prioritize work and successfully meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Develop a pipeline directly or indirectly by using multiple market and customer resources.Set priorities and work in a group environment or independently.Be client focused and detail oriented.Manage staff of different disciplines to produce results on time and within budget.Communicate to and brief leaders.Have working knowledge of Microsoft products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.Have working knowledge of design software including Revit, Adobe Creative Suite and Bluebeam Revu.Proposal development, support and writing skills.About MOCA Systems, Inc. MOCA Systems, Inc. (MSI) is a leading services and software provider for the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry.

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