Architectural Project Manager

Abbotsford, BC

Architecture & Design Firm

Salary: $90,000 to $115,000

Lead Projects from Concept to Completion. Build Client Relationships. Guide Teams Through Every Stage of Delivery.

Our client is an established architectural practice based in Abbotsford, BC, with a strong presence in the Fraser Valley. The firm works across a diverse range of projects, including multifamily residential, commercial, industrial, and community developments, providing architectural design, technical documentation, project coordination, and construction administration services.

With a collaborative team and a diverse portfolio of projects, the firm is looking for an experienced Architectural Project Manager who can take ownership of projects, lead client relationships, and guide teams through the full architectural project lifecycle.

This is an opportunity for an experienced architectural professional who enjoys being involved in every stage of a project, from the first client meeting and early design discussions through production, construction, and final occupancy. The firm is looking for someone who can take full ownership of architectural projects, manage client expectations, lead internal teams, and ensure projects are delivered successfully from start to finish.

As Architectural Project Manager, you will serve as the primary point of contact for clients, working closely with them to understand their vision, project requirements, budgets, and timelines. You'll be involved from the earliest stages, helping shape project direction and ensuring those initial conversations translate into practical, well-coordinated designs.

You will then guide projects through design development, construction documentation, permitting, and construction, overseeing the work of architectural and technical staff while coordinating with consultants, contractors, and other project stakeholders.

This is a hands-on leadership position that requires a strong understanding of architectural design, technical production, and construction processes, along with the ability to manage people, solve problems, and maintain strong client relationships.

The firm is open to both Registered Architects and experienced non-registered architectural professionals, provided they bring the necessary project management experience and a demonstrated ability to lead projects through the full lifecycle.

• Manage architectural projects from initial client meetings and conceptual design through design development, construction documentation, construction, and occupancy
• Act as the primary client contact throughout the project, building strong relationships and maintaining clear communication
• Lead early project discussions to understand client objectives, design requirements, budgets, schedules, and overall project expectations
• Oversee multiple projects, managing scope, schedules, budgets, resources, and deliverables
• Lead and coordinate internal project teams, including architects, architectural technologists, designers, and junior staff
• Assign responsibilities, monitor workloads, and provide guidance to ensure project milestones and deadlines are met
• Work closely with design and technical teams to ensure projects progress smoothly from early design into detailed production
• Oversee the preparation and coordination of drawing packages, specifications, permit submissions, and construction documentation
• Coordinate with structural, mechanical, electrical, civil, and other consultants throughout the project lifecycle
• Review project documentation for quality, accuracy, code compliance, and coordination
• Manage municipal submissions, permitting processes, and communication with approving authorities
• Oversee construction…