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We are seeking a detail‑oriented and highly organized professional to support our Finance and HR team with responsibilities spanning billing, contract management, payables, and compliance. This role is essential in maintaining accurate project financials, ensuring timely invoicing, and managing consultant documentation, all while contributing to firmwide financial and operational processes.

ESa (Earl Swensson Associates, Inc.) provides design services in architecture, interior architecture, master planning and space planning for healthcare facilities, senior living communities, hospitality venues, educational campuses,
corporate office clients, residential, arts and community clients across the country. The 65-year-old firm is based in
Nashville, TN.

Position: Full time with benefits
Base Salary: Based on experience/expertise

RESPONSIBILITIES

Billing & Invoicing:
Ensure all monthly invoices are prepared, reviewed, and submitted with accuracy, completeness, and adherence to contract terms.
Partner with internal billers each month to review draft invoices, and resolve items related to time, expenses, markup, and reimbursables.
Monitor accounts receivable aging and proactively follow up with PMs regarding past-due invoices. Escalate unresolved AR issues appropriately.
Manage client invoices, following their specific workflows, rules, and documentation requirements to maintain compliance and avoid billing delays.
Troubleshoot billing discrepancies and ensuring invoices are set up properly from project initiation through close‑out.
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Consultant Payables:
Enter consultant invoices accurately, with the correct project, phase, and GL coding, ensuring compliance with contract terms.
Verify that consultant submissions include all required backup documentation such as timesheets, expense breakdowns, and approved rates before processing.
Monitor consultant insurance requirements, including general liability, professional liability, auto insurance, and workers’ compensation. This includes confirming expiration dates, tracking renewals, and documenting compliance.
Act as an early-warning system by notifying the appropriate team member whenever a new consultant is engaged and needs an agreement, or when an existing consultant requires updated contracts.
Ensure all consultant activity aligns with firm contract policies, risk‑management standards, and procurement expectations.

Accounts Payable Support:
Act as a backup for accounts payable functions such as invoice entry, vendor verification, payment runs, or communication with vendors.

Contract Management:
Manage the Work Under Contract (WUC) report by updating project statuses, fee values, contract dates, and any scope changes.
Monitor potential, pending, and active projects to ensure accurate representation of upcoming revenue and resource needs.
Communicate consistently with Principals to gather updates on project pursuits, awarded projects, and anticipated changes so that the WUC remains accurate and current.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required
7+ years of experience in billing, accounting, finance, or project administrative support.
High attention to detail with the ability to manage large volumes of data.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for cross‑department collaboration.
Proficiency with accounting software (Deltek Vantagepoint preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel).

Preferred Skills
Experience in the A/E/C (architecture, engineering, construction) industry.
Understanding of project‑based billing and consultant administration.

Earl Swensson Associates, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws

Kline Swinney Associates (KSA) is an architectural design firm in Nashville, Tennessee. KSA has evolved from a firm founded in 1956. Projects include various types from federal, state, and municipal government work to retail malls and centers, from schools, daycares, multi-level condominiums, and main corporate offices to performing arts centers and laboratories. Project sizes range from small individual buildings to $400,000,000 complexes.

We seek to add to our team to keep up with demand and prepare for the future. This person will lead an architectural team of 3-4 project managers/architectural interns under the supervision of both principals.

KSA is highly interested in hard-working, creative, and productive individuals who wish to develop into a future partnership position.

We are interested in talking with you if you are looking for a demanding yet laid-back environment with great benefits.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior architect level experience and leadership to an architectural team.
• Provide mentorship to team members.
• Oversee and assist project managers with all aspects of their projects to develop continuity and professional growth in accordance with KSA standards. This includes reviewing key milestone checkset documents and accompanying project managers in consultant coordination and construction progress meetings.
• Occasional use of design software tools such as Revit and Twin Motion (optional).
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and team members to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
• Oversee project scheduling, construction management, and quality control to meet design specifications.
• Prepare and review contracts, estimates, and project documentation to ensure compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications to include:

• Degree in Architecture
• Architecture Licensure is preferred
• Ability to adapt to office standards
• Ability to occasionally travel to project locations up to 2 hours of drivetime each way.
• 10+ years of experience in the Architecture field with a history of leading complicated projects
• Prepare programming, schematics, design development construction documents, specifications, and construction administration
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) in the English language
• Ability to effectively interact with clients, consultants and contractors
• Must exhibit initiative, responsibility, flexibility, and leadership
• Strong in architectural design and coordination
• Ability to create and maintain Gantt chart schedules
• BIM/Revit background is preferred
• Desirable skills include Revit (BIM), Bluebeam Revu, AutoCAD, 3D modeling; SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and rendering capabilities
• Experience writing specifications
• Experience with Construction Administration

Kline Swinney Associates is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Kline Swinney Associates offers competitive rates.

Location: Nashville, TN (In-Person)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $95,000 – $120,000 annually, commensurate with experience
Experience Level: 10+ years

About Carlton Edwards

Carlton Edwards is an award-winning architecture and design firm with studios in Asheville, Nashville, and Memphis. We create custom homes, refined interiors, and memorable spaces for discerning clients throughout the Southeast and beyond.

Our approach is built on listening and observing—understanding each client's unique ambitions and each site's distinct character before putting pencil to paper. We believe in innovative yet timeless design, impeccable craftsmanship, and the seamless integration of architecture, interiors, and landscape. Our work has been recognized by AIA, featured in national publications, and most importantly, cherished by the families who live in the spaces we create.

The Nashville studio focuses on interior architecture and furnishings, collaborating closely with builders and participating in design-build projects. We maintain strong relationships with Nashville's finest custom home builders and deliver interiors that match the quality and intention of the architecture they complement.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Project Architect / Project Manager to join our Nashville team—someone who can lead projects with confidence while protecting and advancing design excellence at every phase.

This is a role for someone who understands that great design doesn't happen by accident. It requires thoughtful management of budgets, schedules, client expectations, and team resources. It demands clear communication with builders and consultants. And it takes the kind of proactive leadership that anticipates problems before they become crises.

But here's what makes this opportunity different: we believe project management should liberate creativity, not suffocate it.

We're actively investing in technology, automation, and smarter workflows—not to replace the human elements of design, but to free our team from administrative burden so we can focus on what matters: craft, detail, and the quality of the spaces we create. This is a journey we're on together, and we're looking for someone who shares our enthusiasm for building a more efficient, more creative practice.

You'll work on high-end residential and boutique hospitality interiors—the kind of projects where material choices matter, where details are celebrated, and where clients expect exceptional design delivered with professionalism and care.

What You'll Do

Lead Project Delivery

• Manage multiple interior architecture projects from concept through installation
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and workplans
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication and trust throughout the project lifecycle
• Coordinate with architects, builders, and consultants to ensure design intent is preserved through construction
• Oversee documentation quality, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and constructability
• Manage FF&E specification, procurement tracking, and installation coordination

Protect Design Excellence

• Collaborate with design leadership to ensure project goals and creative vision remain intact under real-world constraints
• Lead design reviews, providing constructive feedback that elevates the work
• Make informed decisions that balance design aspirations with budget and schedule realities—without defaulting to compromise
• Foster a culture where great design and disciplined delivery reinforce each other

Build Team Capability

• Mentor junior team members, helping them develop both technical skills and design judgment
• Delegate effectively, empowering others while maintaining accountability for outcomes
• Contribute to evolving our documentation standards and project management processes
• Collaborate across studios (Nashville, Asheville, Memphis) on integrated projects

Embrace Technology & Innovation

• Leverage Revit, SketchUp, and other tools to enhance project coordination and efficiency
• Engage with emerging technologies—including AI-assisted tools and workflow automation—as opportunities to reduce administrative tasks and amplify creative output
• Contribute ideas for how we work, not just what we design; help us build a practice where efficiency enables excellence

What We're Looking For

Required:

• Professional degree in Architecture or Interior Architecture
• 10+ years of experience in architecture, interior architecture, or a related design field
• Licensed architect, or a clear plan to complete licensure within 90 days of hire
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, and client relationships
• Strong portfolio showing involvement in high-quality residential or hospitality projects
• Proficiency in Revit and SketchUp; comfort with Bluebeam and documentation tools
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to work in-person at our Nashville studio

Preferred:

• Experience in boutique residential or hospitality interiors
• Familiarity with FF&E specification and procurement processes
• Background working with custom home builders or design-build teams
• Experience mentoring or managing design staff
• Interest in sustainable design principles
• Curiosity about technology, automation, and process improvement

Personal Attributes:

• Design-minded—you care deeply about the quality of the work, even when you're managing the process
• Proactive and organized; you anticipate issues and address them before they escalate
• Collaborative by nature; you build trust with clients, consultants, and team members
• A clear communicator who can translate between design vision and practical execution
• Detail-oriented with high standards for documentation and deliverables
• Curious and adaptable; excited to learn new tools and approaches alongside the team
• Interested in growing with the firm—contributing to our evolution, not just filling a role

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $95,000 – $120,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications

Paid Time Off:

• 128 hours PTO annually (increasing to 168 hours after 3 years)
• 8 paid holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day
• Paid bereavement leave (up to 3 days for immediate family)
• Paid parental leave program with tenure-based compensation

Health & Wellness:

• Health insurance (employer-subsidized)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial Benefits:

• Safe Harbor 401(k) retirement plan
• Performance-based bonus program
• Workers' compensation coverage

Professional Development:

• AIA dues reimbursement
• Professional organization membership support
• Training and continuing education opportunities

Additional Perks:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement for business travel (IRS standard rate)
• Flexible work arrangements available with manager approval

Work Environment:

• Creative, collaborative studio culture in Nashville's downtown/Gulch area
• Business casual dress code
• Cross-studio collaboration with Asheville and Memphis teams
• Opportunity to work on award-winning, design-forward projects
• Path for professional growth and leadership within the firm

Why Carlton Edwards

We're a firm where design matters—not as a marketing line, but as a daily practice. Our projects are published not because we chase press, but because the work speaks for itself. We're small enough that your contributions will be visible and valued, and ambitious enough that you'll be challenged to do your best work.

We're also a firm that's evolving. We believe the future of practice lies in working smarter—using technology and thoughtful systems to spend less time on administrative tasks and more time on design. We're not looking for someone to simply execute the way things have always been done. We want a collaborator who's excited to help us build better workflows, embrace new tools, and create a practice where project management enables creativity rather than competing with it.

The Nashville studio is growing, and this role offers real opportunity to shape what we become. If you're looking for a place where your project leadership skills and your design values can coexist—where efficiency and excellence go hand in hand—we'd like to meet you.

Tinker Ma is looking for an experienced and talented Project Architect who is comfortable working in a fast-paced studio environment and who enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team. Applicants must possess the curiosity and critical thinking skills needed to explore unique design solutions at all scales. Candidates should have a strong architectural portfolio, the ability to lead the production of design and construction documents, coordinate the work of consultant teams, and demonstrate strong communication skills. Tinker Ma focuses on design-driven and often technically challenging projects ranging from small installations to substantially large public and private sector endeavors.

Job Description:
Develops solutions and creates project designs and plans. Initiates and creates project designs and plans of all phases of multiple projects and has responsibility for leading the development of construction drawings. Coordinates all trades and agencies related to building design while monitoring and producing drawings using Autodesk Revit and BIM 360. May serve as Project Manager for small projects, and/or work collaboratively with a Project Manager for medium to large projects. May serve as primary or secondary client point of contact.

Responsibilities
• Initiate and lead the development of project designs.
• Coordinate and manage design and production efforts with the internal team and project consultants.
• Monitor and contribute to the development of project deliverables.
• Use the Autodesk BIM 360 user interface to Publish and Share the Revit model and associated sheets to be used by the internal team and external project consultants.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s in Architecture from an accredited university with minimum of 5+ years of professional work experience. Experience should include all phases of design.
• Active professional licensure preferred. If not licensed, must be actively pursuing or on a defined path toward licensure.
• Well organized, with strong verbal communication skills, including experience communicating with clients and consultant teams.
• Exceptional architectural portfolio with demonstrated ability to ensure delivery of design intent via exceptional construction documents.
• Detail oriented with a working understanding of materials, technical detailing, and building systems.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects.
• Proficiency is required in Autodesk Revit, Autodesk BIM 360, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office. Proficiency in Rhino, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred.

Benefits:
• Salary is commensurate with experience.
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance.
• Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Matching 401K contributions.
• Opportunities for growth.
• 10 paid holidays, including your birthday!

Tinker Ma is looking for an experienced and talented Healthcare Architect who is comfortable working in a fast-paced studio environment and who enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team. This position offers an exciting opportunity to design innovative medical facilities that improve patient outcomes, enhance operational efficiency, and advance the future of healthcare delivery. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in architectural design, a deep understanding of healthcare environments, and excellent collaborative skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

The Healthcare Architect will be responsible for managing and contributing to the production of small to medium-sized projects from concept through completion, ensuring that all designs meet stringent healthcare regulations, optimize functionality, and create healing environments for patients and staff. This role requires a balance of creative design thinking, technical proficiency, and strong project management capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Planning

• Work closely with healthcare professionals, administrators, and clinical staff to identify and address the functional, clinical, and operational requirements of medical facilities

• Create comprehensive architectural designs that comply with healthcare industry regulations, safety standards, and infection prevention protocols

• Plan spatial arrangements that enhance patient circulation, staff productivity, and emergency response capabilities

• Choose materials and surface treatments that promote cleanliness, longevity, and patient well-being

• Assist in creating innovative solutions such as modular and adaptable healthcare spaces for future readiness

Technical Coordination

• Partner with MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of building systems tailored for medical environments

• Apply Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology to develop accurate three-dimensional representations and simulations

• Perform site evaluations and feasibility analyses, including zoning compliance and environmental impact reviews

• Complete and file documentation necessary for regulatory permissions, licenses, and compliance inspections

Project Management

• Adhere to project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure successful delivery

• Take responsibility for projects of small to medium size from inception through completion

• Participate in the development of and/or mark-up of technical drawings and specifications

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with Tinker Ma’s Director of Sustainability to implement eco-friendly design strategies that enhance energy performance and minimize environmental impact

• Convey design concepts effectively to both technical professionals and non-technical audiences

• Demonstrate strong communication skills and positive teamwork capabilities across all project phases

• Coordinate with Tinker Ma’s CA team to oversee construction phases, ensuring design intent is maintained and addressing any on-site challenges.

Qualifications:
• Bachelors and/or Master’s in Architecture from an accredited university with minimum of 10 years of professional experience and 5+ years of professional healthcare work experience.
• Active professional licensure in Tennessee or ability to be a registered Architect in the state of Tennessee.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of FGI guidelines.
• EDAC Certification preferred.
• Ability to cultivate client relationships and project opportunities.
• Confident and effective interpersonal and time management skills
• Ability to review and assure documentation accuracy for client/consultant and project team.
• Proficiency is required in Autodesk Revit, Autodesk BIM 360, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office. Proficiency in Rhino, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred.
• Creativity and passion for great design
• Professional and positive attitude with strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Work independently and as part of a team without direct daily supervision
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED/WELL AP (desired but not required)
• Willingness to learn new processes and explore new concepts
• Comfortable working within live clinical settings related to project development

Benefits:
• Salary is commensurate with experience.
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance.
• Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Matching 401K contributions.
• Opportunities for growth.
• 10 paid holidays, including your birthday!

Tinker Ma, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Kline Swinney Associates (KSA) is an architectural design firm in Nashville, Tennessee. KSA has evolved from a firm founded in 1956. Projects include various types from federal, state, and municipal government work to retail malls and centers, from schools, daycares, multi-level condominiums, and main corporate offices to performing arts centers and laboratories. Project sizes range from small individual buildings to $400,000,000 complexes.
We seek to add to our team to keep up with demand and prepare for the future. This person will lead an architectural team of 3-4 project managers/architectural interns under the supervision of both principals.  
KSA is highly interested in hard-working, creative, and productive individuals who wish to develop into a future partnership position.
We are interested in talking with you if you are looking for a demanding yet laid-back environment with great benefits.

Responsibilities
• Provide senior architect level experience and leadership to an architectural team.
• Provide mentorship to team members.
• Oversee and assist project managers with all aspects of their projects to develop continuity and professional growth in accordance with KSA standards.  This includes reviewing key milestone checkset documents and accompanying project managers in consultant coordination and construction progress meetings.
• Occasional use of design software tools such as Revit and Twin Motion (optional).
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and team members to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
• Oversee project scheduling, construction management, and quality control to meet design specifications.
• Prepare and review contracts, estimates, and project documentation to ensure compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications to include:
• Degree in Architecture
• Architecture Licensure is preferred
• Ability to adapt to office standards
• Ability to occasionally travel to project locations up to 2 hours of drivetime each way.
• 10+ years of experience in the Architecture field with a history of leading complicated projects
• Prepare programming, schematics, design development construction documents, specifications, and construction administration
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) in the English language
• Ability to effectively interact with clients, consultants and contractors
• Must exhibit initiative, responsibility, flexibility, and leadership
• Strong in architectural design and coordination
• Ability to create and maintain Gantt chart schedules
• BIM/Revit background is preferred
• Desirable skills include Revit (BIM), Bluebeam Revu, AutoCAD, 3D modeling; SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and rendering capabilities
• Experience writing specifications
• Experience with Construction Administration

Kline Swinney Associates is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Kline Swinney Associates offers competitive rates.

906 Studio is currently seeking a Design Professional for our Multi-Family Studio with a minimum of three years’ multi-family experience and the desire to be part of a young and growing team. At 906 Studio we are Community Builders. Architecture is a journey of discovery learning how people interact with each other and create architecture that positively supports those activities. By constantly striving to create a community of special places we can make a real difference. Come join our team as we pursue community building through single-family, multi-family, hospitality and commercial architectural design.

We are looking for Design Professionals who bring a desire for excellence in all they do, a drive to get better everyday and a motivation to work on projects that we will all be proud of for many years to come.

Our ideal candidate comes to us with:

• Bachelor of Architecture degree (5 year or 4 + 2 year) or beyond

• Minimum three years of experience in an architecture firm (multi-family experience a plus)

• Is self-motivated/strong autonomous worker and quality/success driven

• Is skilled in Revit (Sketchup a Plus),

• Has excellent communication skills

• Brings strong skills in photoshop and InDesign.

• Love of learning and desire for collaboration.

906 Studio is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, and disability as protected by law. All candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

The Project Special Projects Division is a new division within the Metro Planning Department. The division is tasked with actively engaging with Metro departments and Nashville’s neighborhoods to anticipate and prioritize public property needs for Metro facilities, affordable housing, transportation infrastructure, and rights-of-way. Additionally, the division is responsible for advancing major projects on Metro-owned land, ensuring that use cases decisions are made early in the process and that projects are delivered to meet their intended purpose.

The Project Manager will:

• Reports to the City Architect for the support in the development and implementation of the Special Projects Committee, Infill Housing Strategy, “Choose How You Move” projects and subsequent development as required. Choose How You Move (CHYM) is Metro Nashville’s comprehensive transportation improvement program. It represents the city's largest infrastructure initiative to date, aiming to modernize and enhance mobility across Nashville and Davidson County.
• Lead for multiple aspects of projects including contracts (scope documents, negotiation, management, schedule, budget, design/document review, and construction strategy). The Property Special Projects team will manage all feasibility, concept and pre-construction; however, in most cases, construction is transitioned to another Metro entity.
• Provide full administrative support for the Property Special Projects Division initiatives.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Full review and strong familiarity with Special Projects, Infill Housing Strategy and CHYM program documents including timelines, budget, funding resources, zoning/entitlement schedule.
• Provides project management and feedback for financial analysis of the above list including regular status update reports of schedule, current issues, risks, and budget.
• Manages all pertinent consultants to ensure schedule and scope delivery in keeping with the overall plan and project objectives.
• Coordinates and evaluates, with project management team, professional planning projects through contracts with consultant teams, including outside consultant scope and tasks.
• Assists with scoping work, defining deliverables, identifying tasks and process, developing work methods, and identifying resource needs.
• Assists in ensuring work meets management and elected officials’ expectations and completed within specified budget and time frame.
• Consults and coordinates closely with other Metro agencies and departments, and with partner agencies and organizations at the local, state, and federal levels, to identify needs and goals and resolve technical issues
• Assists in the identification of stakeholders and the development of a dynamic and inclusive community engagement strategy for planning and implementation projects.
• Reviews professional planning work and deliverables for compliance with agreed upon goals, outcomes, and conditions.
• Generates status reports that include information, findings, and recommendations to appropriate parties.
• Performs various administrative duties such as writing correspondence, processing paperwork, shepherding contract approvals, assisting in the preparations of materials for the Metropolitan Planning Commission, and attends or speaks to the public at meetings.
• Serves as a project team leader as needed coordinating activities, assisting team members, and providing progress updates to management.
• Generates a Monthly Status Report in collaboration with management and the broader team.
• Supports the drafting and generation of the RFQ/RFP documents along with full selection criteria, bid process, subsequent negotiations, approvals and contract execution.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of urban planning, land use, zoning, and entitlement processes, particularly as they relate to public property and infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with infill housing strategies, affordable housing development, and transportation planning initiatives, including large-scale programs such as "Choose How You Move" (CHYM).
• Strong understanding of project management principles, including project scoping, budgeting, scheduling, and performance tracking across all project phases.
• Experience with public sector procurement processes, including the development and administration of Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs).
• Working knowledge of capital planning, public finance, and financial modeling to support project feasibility and implementation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including financial modeling and budget tracking; familiarity with GIS, Tableau, or other data visualization tools is strongly preferred.
• Experience managing consultant contracts, including IDIQ task orders, and overseeing scope, schedule, and deliverable compliance.
• Familiarity with municipal and intergovernmental coordination processes, including collaboration with local, state, and federal agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders across government, community, and private sectors.
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and outreach, with a focus on full community engagement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Proven leadership and coordination abilities, including task prioritization, team guidance, negotiation, and progress tracking.
• Ability to value and respect cultural differences, balance diverse perspectives, and actively support full community involvement in project processes.

Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university and six (6) years of relevant experience, with progressively responsible experience in construction management, pre-construction, financial analysis, economic development, capital planning, or related project management in the public or private sector.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Salary range begins at $100,000.

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We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

The Planning Department does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, or disability in admission to, access to, or operations of its programs, services, or activities. Discrimination against any person in recruitment, examination, appointment, training, promotion, retention, discipline, or any other employment practices because of non-merit factors shall be prohibited. For ADA inquiries, contact Randi Semrick, ADA Compliance Coordinator, at (615) 862-7230 or e-mail her at randi.semrick@nashville.gov. For Title VI inquiries, contact Human Relations at (615) 880-3370. For all employment-related inquiries, contact Human Resources at (615) 862-6640.

Development Project Planning Manager: Economic & Financial Analysis | Property Special Projects

The Special Projects Division is a new division within the Metro Planning Department. The division is tasked with actively engaging with Metro departments and Nashville’s neighborhoods to anticipate and prioritize public property needs for Metro facilities, affordable housing, transportation infrastructure, and rights-of-way. Additionally, advancing major projects on Metro-owned land, ensuring that use decisions are made early in the process and that projects are delivered to meet their intended purpose all fall within the work of the division.

The Development Project Planning Manager will:

• Provide full financial and financial administrative support for the Property Special Projects Division initiatives.
• Reports to the Real Property division lead and works directly with the Property Special Projects project management team and other planning divisions as warranted.
• Responsible for budget creation, reporting and all cost-related activities.
• Serves as a team member and lead for the Infill Land Strategy and “Choose How You Move” (CHYM) transit corridor initiatives. Choose How You Move (CHYM) is Metro Nashville’s comprehensive transportation improvement program. It represents the city's largest infrastructure initiative to date, aiming to modernize and enhance mobility across Nashville and Davidson County.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Based on the Special Projects Committee initiatives and Special Projects Project Pipeline, this position will create a comprehensive schedule, which will include consultant and resource budgets as well as review and approval process with key stakeholders.
• Primary liaison with all parties regarding Metro’s Capital Improvement Budget and Capital Spending Plan process including but not limited to:
  o Analysis of any funding approved to date.
  o Analysis of all costs and commitments to date against approved.
  o Full integration and cooperation with established cost reporting, including the Capital Project Management Software (CPMS) – Oracle Primavera and Oracle Unifier.
• Key team member responsibilities to review/analyze all third-party responses to the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process, including proposed financing/capital stack, projected budgets, cash flow & cost estimates.
• Full review of CHYM program documents including timelines, budget, funding resources, zoning/entitlement schedule.
• Track Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and evaluate the return on investment (ROI) for public investments in development projects.
• Training and competency with CPMS. Migrate all existing cost and schedule data to the new, standard Metro cost accounting & project management program.
• Full support of CHYM parcel acquisitions and related activity, including management of appraisal process, cost reporting and coordination with Metro Departments, such as General Services and Finance.
• Attends regularly scheduled meetings with core team including Design Studio, Planning/Community Plans, consultants, third party brokers, Nashville Department of Transportation (NDOT), WeGo and CHYM.
• Contract required services through the RFP/RFQ process in accordance with Metro procurement standards. Examples of procured consultant services are site testing, financial analysis, cost estimating, market analysis and public engagement.
• Retain and manage consultants for finance related services including cost estimating, operating expenses, project proformas, etc. as part of overall financial analysis.
• Oversee financial pro form generation including ongoing updates based on estimated costs, leasing absorption, program changes and construction costs.
• Software/programs – Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling; familiarity with GIS, Tableau, Oracle Primavera, Oracle Unifier or similar tools is a plus.
  Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and trends in community, urban planning and real estate.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to community development and capital improvements, including knowledge of public finance tools such as tax increment funding (TIF), bond funding, infrastructure grants and economic impact analysis.
• Ability to develop, implement, and/or modify policies and procedures.
• Ability to conduct studies, analyze findings, and determine trends and/or make recommendations.
• Ability to examine and modify the flow of work to increase productivity.
• Knowledge of legal principles of land development and zoning.
• Thorough knowledge of supervisory and management principles and practices, including supervising the work of others and examining and modifying the flow of work to increase productivity and work quality.
• Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness, and creativity in helping to solve complex problems.
• Understanding of how to leverage 3D spatial design/urban design capabilities and graphic representation techniques to support and communicate projects and ideas.
• Strong prioritization and negotiation skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to successfully work with and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to present technical information to lay persons in ways they can understand, including communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to value and respect cultural differences, balance different perspectives, and to be intentional about expanding opportunities for all persons.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university and eight (8) years of relevant experience, with progressively responsible experience in financial analysis, economic development, capital planning, or related project management in the public or private sector.
OR
Master's Degree from an accredited college or university and six (6) years of relevant work experience.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Salary range is $120,000 to $130,000 depending on experience.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
The Planning Department does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, or disability in admission to, access to, or operations of its programs, services, or activities. Discrimination against any person in recruitment, examination, appointment, training, promotion, retention, discipline, or any other employment practices because of non-merit factors shall be prohibited. For ADA inquiries, contact Randi Semrick, ADA Compliance Coordinator, at (615) 862-7230 or e-mail her at randi.semrick@nashville.gov. For Title VI inquiries, contact Human Relations at (615) 880-3370. For all employment-related inquiries, contact Human Resources at (615) 862-6640.

Comma Designworks is a small collective interested in all facets of design and development. We are a full-service, Nashville based architectural design firm established in 2020 with a simple goal: take a fresh look at the services architects provide through the lens of modern technology, construction techniques, and processes, and recalibrate an architectural practice to the modern world. Comma has experience in a variety of project types, including but not limited to: Mixed-Use Multifamily, Hospitality, Office (shell/build-out), and Retail. We work through the entire design process, from design conception to project completion. We are a small firm geared for expansion, looking for the right candidate to add to our studio.

The newest team member can expect a great potential for growth relative to industry standards. With that opportunity comes a greater amount of responsibility than a typical Architect position. The ideal candidate should be a highly motivated self-starter, problem solver, and interested in taking on substantial responsibility quickly. Team members work on project documentation ranging from conceptual design to construction documents, in-the-field construction oversight (Construction Administration), and generating detailed drawings using Revit and other design software for planning, design, and construction of projects. The candidate will work both individually and as part of a team to assist in the coordination and preparation of construction documents and details.

Our team members perform work in an open studio environment and will be immediately included in collaborative, design-focused meetings, both internal and with the consultant/owner team. You may coordinate with team members in other disciplines to work on various projects for clients. In this position, you report directly to the Director of Architecture. The candidate should be motivated to take on new and challenging tasks and will ultimately manage project design and schedules, and will have the opportunity to manage team members in the future. The candidate must have a desire to attend trainings and professional meetings to keep informed on new design criteria and policies. The position may require occasional travel to project site locations or to various client offices. On-site work may include walking the project to verify construction progress, taking construction progress photos, and completing field reports.