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We operate out of four cities, with projects nationally and globally. Reach out to discuss project or career opportunities.

New York

1261 Broadway
11th Floor
New York, NY 10001
nyc@dbiprojects.com

Boston

209 Columbus Ave
Suite 308
Boston, MA 02116
boston@dbiprojects.com

Austin

801 Barton Springs Road
Suite 09-105
Austin, TX 78704
austin@dbiprojects.com

Philadelphia

1501 N 31st Street
Philadelphia, PA 19121
philly@dbiprojects.com

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Emily Puhnaty, Director of Business Development & Communications
212-533-1600
ep@dbiprojects.com

DBI Projects is growing. We are a group of committed, caring people from a wide variety of disciplines collaborating to figure out creative solutions to complex problems. Check out our available roles.

Our commitment to creating and maintaining spaces that matter begins with our own work environment and team. We’re looking for tenacious and dedicated team members to join the firm.

If interested, please send your resume, inclusive of project list, to jobs@dbiprojects.com.

New York City

Project Manager

DBI Projects is seeking to bring on a Project Manager capable of managing capital projects across all stages. DBI values an individual who has the ability and drive to work hard, who is highly motivated, and who is not afraid to take on assignments and endeavors while implementing a results-driven attitude. A desire to be heavily involved with all aspects of design and construction is required.

Required Experience & Skill

Project Managers are the core team members of DBI Projects. Day-to-day responsibilities include client interaction, project team coordination, contractor and schedule management, budget management, and other project-related activities to ensure successful and timely completion of the project. The Project Manager will report to DBI Principals, Project Executives, and/or Senior Project Managers.

Prospective applicants should have 6-12 years of experience in architecture or related practices with experience supporting project delivery.

This experience should include direct involvement in:

  • Site supervision and construction administration
  • Coordinating between or with A/E teams and contractors
  • Schedule and budget management
  • Managing a team of 2-4 in collaboration with SPM or PE

Key capabilities include:

  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and, particularly, Excel)
  • Adobe Create Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop)
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD and Bluebeam
  • Construction scheduling programs such as MS Projects
What You’ll Do:
  • Lead all facets of project management (budget, schedule, procurement, quality & risk) at every project stage including pre-development, planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout.
  • Consistently monitor the project schedule, tracking all project progress and optimizing the sequencing needed to execute a project efficiently, meeting approved timelines, budgets, and project objectives.
  • Control the project budget, monitoring for any potential challenges, changes, and priorities. Produce complete requisitions for clients and lenders with all required documentation and organization.
  • Understand, produce, and oversee production of all key project documents including schedule, budget, phasing, drawings, contracts, leases etc. from concept through completion and delivery.
  • Manage high-level client interactions, day to day client expectations, anticipate clients’ needs, and lead complex client meetings. Leverage external project team members, experts, and consultants to provide most accurate information to clients.
  • Read and review design drawings for general layout and high-level scope; and produce a written narrative documenting scope. Navigate drawings and understand the tags, callouts, and drawing references.
  • Understand affordability analysis and pro formas. Review funding opportunities like grants and organize submission requirements. Review financing documents and synthesize relevant construction stipulations and requirements. Provide support to client in finance closing.

Applicants should have strong written and verbal communication skills and be prepared to be an active team participant for both internal and external tasks.

Location

This position is in our New York City office, 5 days a week in-person.

Application Requirements

Applicants should send their resume (inclusive of list of projects) and cover letter to jobs@dbiprojects.com.

The salary range for this full-time role is $90-$125K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary.

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Assistant Project Manager

DBI Projects is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join the growing professional services firm. This position provides the opportunity for a candidate to develop the requisite skills and expertise to manage projects. DBI Projects values a candidate who can work hard, is highly motivated, and is not afraid to take on assignments and endeavors while implementing a results-driven attitude. A desire to be heavily involved with all aspects of planning, design, and construction is required.

Required Experience & Skill

The ideal candidate should have 4–6 years of experience in architecture, construction management, and/or related practices working on capital projects. The Assistant Project Manager role is tailored to the needs of each project and its phase. This role supports the project lead and senior leadership with client interaction, project team coordination, contractor and schedule management, budget management, and other project-related activities.

Key capabilities include:

  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and, particularly, Excel)
  • Adobe Create Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop)
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD and Bluebeam
  • Construction scheduling programs such as MS Projects
What You’ll Do
  • Assist with all facets of project management (budget, schedule, procurement, quality & risk) at every project stage including pre-development, planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout.
  • Consistently monitor the project schedule. Aware of any potential challenges, changes, and priorities.
  • Monitor the project budget. Prepare an informed project budget for internal review. Produce complete invoices and requisitions for clients and lenders with all required documentation and organization. Properly establish all projects into relevant project software.
  • Prepare clear and actionable emails, updates, meeting agendas, meeting minutes, and follow ups.
  • Understand production of all key project documents including schedule, budget, phasing, drawings, contracts, leases etc. from concept through completion and delivery.
  • Manage and assist with client interactions to anticipate clients’ needs. Build and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and consultants.
  • Read design drawings for general layout and high-level scope; and produce a written narrative documenting scope. Can navigate drawings and understand the tags, callouts, and drawing references.
  • Understands the differences between different types of financing. Review funding opportunities like grants and organize submission requirements.

Applicants should have strong written and verbal communication skills and be prepared to be an active team participant for both internal and external tasks.

Location

This position is in our New York City office, 5 days a week in-person.

Application Requirements

Applicants should send their resume (inclusive of list of projects) and cover letter to jobs@dbiprojects.com.

The salary range for this full-time role is $70-$90K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary.

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Project Coordinator

DBI Projects is seeking to bring on a Project Coordinator to join our New York office. This position provides the opportunity for an entry-level candidate to develop the requisite skills and experience for a career in project management. DBI values an individual who has the ability and drive to work hard, is detail-oriented, highly motivated, and is not afraid to take on assignments and endeavors while implementing a results-driven attitude. A desire to be heavily involved with all aspects of design and construction is required.

Required Experience & Skill

The role of Project Coordinator is tailored to the needs of each individual project and the phases of the project. The Project Coordinator supports the project team with meeting minutes, document management, project team procurement and coordination, contractor and schedule management, budget management, and other project-related activities.

Prospective applicants should have 1–3 years of experience in architecture, engineering, construction management, and/or related practices with an understanding and knowledge of project management.

Key capabilities include:

  • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and, particularly, Excel)
  • Adobe Create Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop)
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD and Bluebeam
  • Construction scheduling programs such as MS Projects
What You’ll Do
  • Understand the relationship between budget, contracts, and invoicing.
  • Prepare clear and actionable emails, updates, meeting agendas, meeting minutes, and follow ups.
  • Organize project documents, communications, and scheduling.
  • Take clear notes during meetings that identify action items and items of record.
  • Contribute with all facets of project management (budget, schedule, procurement, quality & risk) at every project stage including pre-development, planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout.
  • Produce requisitions through project closeout.
  • Pull cost data from other budgets, pricing proposals, and bids and with assistance can translate all that data into a budget number.
  • Prepare FF&E and IT/AV budgets.

Applicants should have strong written and verbal communication skills and be prepared to be an active team participant for both internal and external tasks.

Location

This position is in our New York City office, 5 days a week in-person.

Application Requirements

Applicants should send their resume (inclusive of list of projects) and cover letter to jobs@dbiprojects.com.

The salary range for this full-time role is $55-$75K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary.

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Austin

Project Manager

DBI Projects is seeking a Project Manager to join its fast-growing Austin office who is capable of managing capital real estate projects across all stages. DBI values an individual who has the ability and drive to work hard, who is highly motivated, and who is not afraid to take on assignments and endeavors while implementing a results-driven attitude. A desire to be heavily involved with all aspects of design and construction is required.

Applicant Skills & Experience

Project Managers are the core team members of DBI Projects. Day-to-day responsibilities include client interaction, project team coordination, contractor and schedule management, budget management, and other project-related activities to ensure successful and timely completion of the project. The Project Manager will report to DBI Partners, Project Executives, and/or Senior Project Managers.

Prospective applicants should have 6-12 years of experience in architecture, construction management, or related practices with experience leading capital projects.

This experience should include direct involvement in:

  • Site supervision and construction administration
  • Coordinating between or with A/E teams and contractors
  • Schedule and budget management
  • Managing a team of 2-5 in collaboration with Partner/PE level
  • Leading meetings and communications with clients or stakeholders

Key proficiencies should include:

  • Well-versed in MS Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel)
  • Adobe Create Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop)
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD and Bluebeam
  • Construction scheduling programs such as MS Projects
  • Ability to learn new project management tools and software’s (i.e. project accounting software’s)
  • Multi-tasking oriented intra-personal management skills to lead 1-3 projects at any given time
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
What You’ll Do:
  • Lead all facets of project management (budget, schedule, procurement, quality & risk) at every project stage including pre-development, planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout.
  • Consistently monitor the project schedule, tracking all project progress and optimizing the sequencing needed to execute a project efficiently, meeting approved timelines, budgets, and project objectives.
  • Control the project budget, monitoring for any potential challenges, changes, and priorities. Produce complete requisitions for clients and lenders with all required documentation and organization.
  • Understand, produce, and oversee production of all key project documents including schedule, budget, phasing and logistics plans, drawings, contracts, leases etc. from concept through completion and delivery.
  • Manage high-level client interactions, day to day client expectations, anticipate clients’ needs, and lead complex client meetings. Leverage external project team members, experts, and consultants to provide most accurate information to clients.
  • Read and review design drawings for general layout and high-level scope; and produce a written narrative documenting scope. Navigate drawings and understand the tags, callouts, and drawing references.
  • Understand affordability analysis and pro formas. Review funding opportunities like grants and organize submission requirements. Review financing documents and synthesize relevant construction stipulations and requirements. Provide support to client in finance closing.
  • Assist in broadening firm visibility locally by developing relationships with consultants and contractors.
  • This position offers an opportunity to partake in various aspects of office growth and development as a team member of our recently formed Austin office.

Applicants should have strong written and verbal communication skills and be prepared to be an active team participant for both internal and external tasks.

Location

This opportunity is a fully in-person (5 days a week) position in our Austin office due to the highly collaborative and meeting-based nature of work.

Application Requirements

Applicants should send their resume (inclusive of list of projects) and cover letter to jobs@dbiprojects.com.

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Assistant Project Manager

DBI Projects is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join its fast-growing Austin office who is motivated to learn and work on all facets of managing capital real estate projects. This position provides the opportunity for a candidate to develop the requisite skills and expertise to manage projects. DBI Projects values a candidate who can work hard, is highly motivated, and is not afraid to take on assignments and endeavors while implementing a results-driven attitude. A desire to be heavily involved with all aspects of planning, design, and construction is required.

Position Description

DBI Projects is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join its fast-growing Austin office who is motivated to learn and work on all facets of managing capital real estate projects. This position provides the opportunity for a candidate to develop the requisite skills and expertise to manage projects. DBI Projects values a candidate who can work hard, is highly motivated, and is not afraid to take on assignments and endeavors while implementing a results-driven attitude. A desire to be heavily involved with all aspects of planning, design, and construction is required.

Required Experience & Skill

Assistant Project Managers are the backbone of the project team. The Assistant Project Manager’s responsibilities are tailored to the needs of each project and its phase. This role supports the project lead and senior leadership with client interaction, document and deliverables preparation, project team coordination, contractor and schedule management, budget management, and other project-related activities.

The ideal candidate should have 4–6 years of experience in architecture, construction management, or related practices working on capital projects.

Key proficiencies should include:

  • Well-versed in MS Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel)
  • Adobe Create Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop)
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD and Bluebeam
  • Construction scheduling programs such as MS Projects
  • Ability to learn new project management tools and software’s (i.e. project accounting software’s)
  • Multi-tasking oriented intra-personal management skills to lead 1-3 projects at any given time
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
What You’ll Do
  • Assist with all facets of project management (budget, schedule, procurement, quality & risk) at every project stage including pre-development, planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout.
  • Consistently monitor the project schedule, bringing awareness to any potential challenges, changes, and priorities.
  • Monitor the project budget. Prepare an informed project budget for internal review. Produce complete invoices and requisitions for clients and lenders with all required documentation and organization. Properly establish all projects into relevant project software.
  • Prepare clear and actionable emails, updates, meeting agendas, meeting minutes, and follow ups.
  • Understand production of all key project documents including schedule, budget, phasing, drawings, contracts, leases etc. from concept through completion and delivery.
  • Manage and assist with client interactions to anticipate clients’ needs. Build and maintain relationships with clients, vendors, and consultants.
  • Read design drawings for general layout and high-level scope; and produce a written narrative documenting scope. Can navigate drawings and understand the tags, callouts, and drawing references.
  • Understands the differences between different types of financing. Review funding opportunities like grants and organize submission requirements.

Applicants should have strong written and verbal communication skills and be prepared to be an active team participant for both internal and external tasks.

Location

This opportunity is a fully in-person (5 days a week) position in our Austin office due to the highly collaborative and meeting-based nature of work.

Application Requirements

Applicants should send their resume (inclusive of list of projects) and cover letter to jobs@dbiprojects.com.

Read description