NBBJ is an award-winning design firm recognized as a TIME100 Most Influential Company, a Fast Company Most Innovative Architecture Firm and a two-time 2025 AIA National Honor Award recipient. These recognitions reflect o…
NBBJ is an award-winning design firm recognized as a TIME100 Most Influential Company, a Fast Company Most Innovative Architecture Firm and a two-time 2025 AIA National Honor Award recipient. These recognitions reflect o…
NBBJ is an award-winning design firm recognized as a TIME100 Most Influential Company, a Fast Company Most Innovative Architecture Firm and a two-time 2025 AIA National Honor Award recipient. These recognitions reflect o…
Skills: Architectural design, Conceptual design, Schematic design, Revit, 3D modeling
NBBJ is an award-winning design firm recognized as a TIME100 Most Influential Company, a Fast Company Most Innovative Architecture Firm and a two-time 2025 AIA National Honor Award recipient. These recognitions reflect o…
Skills: Architectural design, Conceptual design, Schematic design, Revit, 3D modeling
Junior Environmental Graphic Designer - Signage and Wayfinding
Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site
$65k–$70k/yr
Entry level
We are an award-winning design firm, fueled by ideas and a culture of collaboration. Our purpose-driven approach creates healthy places, strong communities and a resilient environment. That’s where you come in. With lead…
We are an award-winning design firm, fueled by ideas and a culture of collaboration. Our purpose-driven approach creates healthy places, strong communities and a resilient environment. That’s where you come in. With lead…
Skills: Architectural design, Revit, 3D modeling, Rhino, Grasshopper
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States · On-site
Mid level
Project BIM Leader / Coordinator About NBBJ NBBJ is an international design and architecture firm, fueled by ideas and a culture of collaboration. With Studios around the globe, the diverse perspectives of your future Co…
Seattle, WA NBBJ is an award-winning design firm recognized as a TIME100 Most Influential Company, a Fast Company Most Innovative Architecture Firm and a two-time 2025 AIA National Honor Award recipient. These recognitio…
Skills: Revit, BIM, Corporate Interiors, Construction Administration, Architectural Detailing
Senior Interior Designer - Corporate Interiors Practice
Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site
Senior+
NBBJ is an award-winning design firm recognized as a TIME100 Most Influential Company, a Fast Company Most Innovative Architecture Firm and a two-time 2025 AIA National Honor Award recipient. These recognitions reflect o…
NBBJ is an award-winning design firm with a strong portfolio of exceptional healthcare buildings. Our approach reflects our purpose-driven culture that, fueled by ideas and a culture of collaboration, creates healthy bui…
Skills: Healthcare Architecture, Project Coordination, Technical Drawing, NBS Specification, UK Building Regulations
NBBJ is an award-winning design firm recognized as a TIME100 Most Influential Company, a Fast Company Most Innovative Architecture Firm and a two-time 2025 AIA National Honor Award recipient. These recognitions reflect o…
NBBJ is an award-winning design firm recognized as a TIME100 Most Influential Company, a Fast Company Most Innovative Architecture Firm and a two-time 2025 AIA National Honor Award recipient. These recognitions reflect o…
NBBJ is an award-winning design firm recognized as a TIME100 Most Influential Company, a Fast Company Most Innovative Architecture Firm and a two-time 2025 AIA National Honor Award recipient. These recognitions reflect o…
NBBJ is an award-winning design firm recognized as a TIME100 Most Influential Company, a Fast Company Most Innovative Architecture Firm and a two-time 2025 AIA National Honor Award recipient. These recognitions reflect o…
Skills: Conceptual Design, Schematic Design, Revit, 3D Modeling, Sketchup
NBBJ is an award-winning design firm recognized as a TIME100 Most Influential Company, a Fast Company Most Innovative Architecture Firm and a two-time 2025 AIA National Honor Award recipient. These recognitions reflect o…
NBBJ is an award-winning design firm recognized as a TIME100 Most Influential Company, a Fast Company Most Innovative Architecture Firm and a two-time 2025 AIA National Honor Award recipient. These recognitions reflect o…
Skills: Architectural Design, Project Delivery, Revit, Construction Documentation, Client Management
We are an award-winning design firm, fueled by ideas and a culture of collaboration. Our purpose-driven approach creates healthy places, strong communities and a resilient environment. That’s where you come in. With lead…
NBBJ is an award-winning design firm recognized as a TIME100 Most Influential Company, a Fast Company Most Innovative Architecture Firm and a two-time 2025 AIA National Honor Award recipient. These recognitions reflect o…
NBBJ is an award-winning design firm recognized as a TIME100 Most Influential Company, a Fast Company Most Innovative Architecture Firm and a two-time 2025 AIA National Honor Award recipient. These recognitions reflect o…
Skills: Architectural Design, Project Delivery, Revit, HCAI/OSHPD 1, Construction Documentation
For more than 75 years, NBBJ has been guided by a vision to design for life. We are an award-winning global design and architecture firm, a creative company fueled by ideas, and a place where everyone is empowered to con…
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Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Professional development opportunities, Volunteer opportunities, Access to leading technology and resources
Posted 7d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Project Manager will lead diverse design teams, oversee project deliverables, and manage client relationships to ensure high-performance, sustainable outcomes. They are responsible for fiscal accountability, contract negotiations, and driving decision-making throughout all phases of the project.
Requirements
Candidates must have 15+ years of professional architecture experience, including at least 5 years in a project management role. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture is preferred, along with proficiency in Revit and BIM project delivery.
NBBJ Shanghai is seeking a Project Manager who can work independently and collaboratively with a team to manage projects and lead work efforts of others, oversee the production of project deliverables, and interpret client needs. The successful candidate will have excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills, and the motivation to engage with the array of NBBJ’s resources in achieving high-performance, sustainable outcomes.
In your new role, you will:
Manage team complexity – plans, organizes, and supervises the work of large diverse design teams
Responsible for accuracy and applicability of documents for entire project(s)
Build and maintain day-to-day working relationship with client(s) and consultants
Lead decision making process with fiscal accountability and responsibility
Develop and execute a management work plan for the overall project(s)
Assist with proposal preparation and participate in client presentations/interviews
Responsible for all correspondence, reports, documentation, and general administration for the overall project(s)
Lead interface with building and health authorities as well as zoning and entitlements
Responsible for execution of project within the boundaries of the design intent
Apply sound and diversified knowledge of architectural principles for all aspects of the project(s)
Drive decision making on architectural problems and methods while collaboratively harnessing the expertise of the team
Solve problems creatively with consultants negotiate and draft/write fee proposals and contracts
Assist with business development and collaborate with other studios, as needed
Develop and leverage existing client relationships for the purpose of winning work.
Assist Practice Leaders in developing markets or client campaigns and interviews to win new work.
Strong bi-lingual Mandarin/English verbal fluency is preferred. Fluent English skills are required to provide long term success in a geographically diverse studio environment.
What you will need to succeed:
15+ years of professional experience in architecture; international work experience is preferred.
At least 5 years of experience as a Project Manager.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture (B.Arch. or M.Arch.) preferred.
Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects through all phases, from pre-design through construction administration, including contract negotiation, work plan development, and coordination across a variety of project delivery methods.
Excellent leadership, verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build strong client relationships and lead diverse, multidisciplinary design teams.
Working knowledge of Revit and BIM project delivery.
Ability to lead and manage multiple projects with competing priorities and deadlines.
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, design-focused, open work environment.
Willingness and ability to travel as required by project needs.
This role requires the individual to be based in the Shanghai, China.
Why choose NBBJ?
We believe that all NBBJ employees should love their work. This means not only loving what you do but having pride in your workplace. We strive to be that irresistible place to work by enhancing your employee experience with customized programs and comprehensive benefits. We offer unique professional development opportunities, volunteer opportunities and access to leading technology and resources to further help you love your work and advance your career.
NBBJ has been named three times by Fast Company as one of the most innovative architecture firms.
Founded in 1943, our first office opened over 75 years ago in Seattle, Washington. We now have over 10 office locations around the globe.
We are a transdisciplinary, cross-practice focused firm with a deep portfolio of Civic & Cultural, Commercial, Corporate, Healthcare, Higher Education, Science and Technology, Sports, and Urban Environment projects. We also have several areas of service expertise including: Architecture, Environmental Graphic Design, Interior Design, Lighting Design, Workplace Consulting and more.
In the past decade, NBBJ has received more than 300 awards from leading global, national and regional award programs across the business, real estate and design communities.
We work with 5 of the top global high-tech companies, 14 of the U.S. News and World Report Top Hospitals, and 4 of the top 10 highest-ranked learning institutions.
Our clients include institutional leaders such as Cambridge University, Google, Samsung, Cleveland Clinic, Tencent, and Stanford University.
NBBJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer.
NBBJ does not accept unsolicited resumes or similar submissions from third party recruiters or employment agencies. Any unsolicited materials received by NBBJ from a source other than an individual candidate will be considered NBBJ property and NBBJ reserves the right to pursue and hire candidates referred to us without any financial obligation to the third party in question. If you are interested in becoming an approved NBBJ external recruiter, please contact a member of the NBBJ Talent Acquisition Team.
Transforming spaces into immersive experiences—part of global design firm NBBJ.
Industry
Design Services
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
1977
Headquarters
New York, NY
LinkedIn followers
16,561
We design moments people remember.
As the experience design studio within global architecture firm NBBJ, ESI transforms buildings into immersive, emotionally resonant environments that spark connection, provoke change and leave a lasting impression.
Whether a hospital that eases anxiety, a workplace that energizes creativity, or an exhibit that inspires wonder, we design for the people who crave experience in all its forms—the changemakers, the enthusiasts, the innovators.
From experiences strategy and visioning through production and fabrication, our end-to-end services flex to match the needs of our clients—which include the White House, Delta, Verizon, Loma Linda University Medical Center and Barclays.
Together, we craft experiences that transform spaces into something more: a platform for connection, storytelling and transformation.
Offices: 111 Fifth Avenue, 12th Floor, New York, NY 10001, US
Transforming spaces into immersive experiences—part of global design firm NBBJ.
Industry
Design Services
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
1977
Headquarters
New York, NY
LinkedIn followers
16,561
We design moments people remember.
As the experience design studio within global architecture firm NBBJ, ESI transforms buildings into immersive, emotionally resonant environments that spark connection, provoke change and leave a lasting impression.
Whether a hospital that eases anxiety, a workplace that energizes creativity, or an exhibit that inspires wonder, we design for the people who crave experience in all its forms—the changemakers, the enthusiasts, the innovators.
From experiences strategy and visioning through production and fabrication, our end-to-end services flex to match the needs of our clients—which include the White House, Delta, Verizon, Loma Linda University Medical Center and Barclays.
Together, we craft experiences that transform spaces into something more: a platform for connection, storytelling and transformation.
Offices: 111 Fifth Avenue, 12th Floor, New York, NY 10001, US