Dominium is helping tackle the affordable housing crisis – and we’re looking for motivated candidates to join our team and help further our mission. With offices in Minneapolis, Atlanta, Dallas, and Phoenix, Dominium is one of the nation’s largest and most innovative affordable housing development and management companies. We create quality, affordable homes and engage with our residents daily to create a strong sense of community and connectivity.
Join us in making a difference in people’s lives every day at a company where you can challenge yourself to develop both personally and professionally.
Position Summary: The Architectural Quality Control Manager will develop and maintain design standards and product specifications, coordinate outside architects and consultants, and provide a quality review of third-party and internal architectural plans.
Responsibilities:
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Create/update Dominium design/materials standards
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Keep design history of issues between different projects (ie. Distance to elevators, number of elevators, sf of swimming pools)
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Research new product ideas for use on Dominium projects
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Lead the Prototype Plan creation process with outside and internal Architects
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Own special projects to research new standards as requested
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Assist in managing relationships with Vendors
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Hold bi-weekly standards review meetings with lead architectural firms and any outside consultants, such as Civil
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Coordinate special design input to projects (ie. Trash consultant, AV supplier, exercise equipment)
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Push interior finish design/selections
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Lead annual Architecture Conference with all consulting architecture firms.
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Ensure internal approvals on designs are received
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Plan/Spec reviews
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Basic structural review to make sure required columns and beams are in design
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Ensure Dominium standards are included in design (materials and details)
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Hold bid documents review meeting “page flip” with architects
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Hold construction document review meetings “page flip” with architect and contractors
Qualifications:
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A bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction management, engineering, or
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At least 10 years’ experience in multi-family housing design, construction
administration, or design project management -
Knowledge of Procore project management software
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Proficient at Bluebeam and other PDF editing software
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Proficient on Microsoft based software applications - Outlook, Excel, Word
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Ability to negotiate skillfully in tough situations with both internal and external
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Committed to meeting the needs of internal and external stakeholders, establishing rapport, and building effective relationships with all Dominium departments
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Can be counted on to exceed schedule and budget successfully, pushes self and others for results, and bottom-line oriented
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Understanding of construction management processes, building codes, safety regulations, and trades
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Ability to create an environment that encourages people to do their best and is able to motivate direct reports, subcontractors, vendors, and others necessary to accomplish the project
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Ensure all parties know where they stand, step up to problems with persons/situations, and is not afraid to take action when necessary
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Negotiate skillfully in difficult situations, settles differences with minimal objection, and win concessions without damaging the relationship
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Focus efforts and time on what’s most important by identifying the
critical few priorities, plan for and adjust to problems and roadblocks, and create
the focus for self and others -
Is calm under pressure and has a calming influence in a crisis, and does
not become defensive or irritable when times are difficult -
Maintain a professional image at all times
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Train and develop staff for future growth and retention
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Communicate effectively to professionals, vendors, contractors, and
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Write professional effective correspondence to colleagues
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Ability to analyze budget expenditures, prepare spreadsheets, and estimate
costs of projects and purchases -
Knowledge of Microsoft based software applications-Outlook, Excel, Word
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Ability to negotiate skillfully in tough situations with both internal and external
groups
Supervisory Responsibilities:
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Supervise Architectural Quality Control positions and other staff as assigned
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Participate in the hiring and training of new staff
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Write annual performance reviews, provide input on annual increases and bonus’
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Assign work duties to the Architectural Quality Control team
About Us: Dominium is one of the leading affordable housing development and property management companies nationwide. We operate in more than 20 states and employ over 1,200 employees. For 50 years, we have offered excellence to the development and management of affordable housing communities across the United States. Dominium’s values – creating long-term value, developing people, integrity, and growth – are built upon our company’s mission and vision. We offer a competitive salary, incentive bonus program, training and development programs, career growth opportunities, and community volunteer and outreach programs. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Life & Disability, Paid Time Off, 401(K), Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Recognition & Wellness Programs.
Dominium is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Dominium is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.