Jobs at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)

Leads technical architectural design, code analysis, building-system research, specifications, construction documentation, quality control, and construction administration across project phases. Coordinates multidisciplinary input, sustainability reporting, client and contractor meetings, site reviews, and project budgets and schedules. Supervises, mentors, and trains team members while advancing technical standards, sustainable strategies, and firm processes.

Leads portions of architecture projects under periodic supervision, producing and coordinating drawings, diagrams, 3D models, renderings, physical models, animations, and contract deliverables. Collaborates with consultants, clients, and interdisciplinary teams; develops conceptual and technical design solutions; manages workloads and deadlines; mentors staff; supports sustainable strategies, professional development, standards, and risk management.

Leads architectural project teams and multiple projects from design through delivery, managing client relationships, contracts, schedules, budgets, scope, financial performance, risk, compliance, and project records. Collaborates with firm leadership, accountants, consultants, and legal teams; supports business development and marketing; supervises and mentors staff; and advances sustainable design strategies and operational standards.

Lead and manage large-scale planning and urban design projects including schedules, budgets, client agreements, team leadership, risk management, graphic production, and quality control. Coordinate contracts, project finances, meetings, and mentor staff while supporting business development and sustainable design strategies.

The Technical Architect leads technical design and execution of architectural projects, ensuring quality, compliance, and integration of sustainable practices throughout multiple project phases.

Lead proposal preparation, interview strategy, and development of marketing collateral; conduct market and client research; manage Salesforce pipeline; develop pursuit and market strategies; support business plans, train junior marketing staff, represent firm at industry events, and support business development.

The BIM Lead will define and implement digital workflows, oversee BIM models and documentation, train staff, ensure quality control, and collaborate across teams while managing relationships with consultants and technology vendors.

The Project Manager leads architectural project teams, manages client relationships, and ensures project success through collaboration, compliance, and financial oversight, while also engaging in leadership and mentorship of team members.

Develop and execute firm-wide social media strategy and content calendar across major platforms; manage day-to-day social activity and tech stack; oversee English and Chinese websites with vendors and stakeholders; use first/second/third-party data to prioritize content; manage creative and media partners; build an employee ambassador program; supervise and mentor staff and collaborate with marketing and practice groups to grow SOM's brand and audience.

The Project Manager at SOM will manage interior architecture projects, ensuring delivery aligns with client goals through effective communication, team collaboration, and adherence to project scope and timelines.