Architectural Project Manager – Hybrid​/Greenville, SC

Chord Design Studio is a nationally recognized architecture and interiors firm specializing in hospitality, residential, and mixed‑use environments. We create spaces that connect form, function, and feeling — and we operate with precision, collaboration, and creativity. As we grow into a more system‑driven, scalable practice, we’re looking for a Project Manager who brings clarity, calm confidence, and predictable delivery to every project.

As the newest member of our talented team, you will play a vital role in shaping how projects move through design, documentation, and coordination. You are an emerging leader with 8+ years of architectural experience who thrives at the intersection of design, communication, and technical precision. You bring clarity to complexity, keep teams aligned, and communicate in a way that builds trust — with clients, consultants, and your internal team.

If you’re ready for a role where your steady presence, proactive planning, and accountability elevate every project, let’s talk!

You Value:
Leadership, Predictability, Quality

How you’ll spend your day:

• Leading small and midsize projects while supporting Design Managers on large or multi‑phase efforts
• Serving as the primary day‑to‑day client contact — communicating updates, decisions, and deadlines with consistency and professionalism
• Translating design direction into coordinated, buildable documents that reflect Chord’s standards of excellence
• Preparing and reviewing drawings, specifications, and technical deliverables for quality and accuracy
• Developing and maintaining project schedules, ensuring milestones, responsibilities, and expectations are clear
• Coordinating consultants and internal teams to keep workflow predictable and aligned
• Tracking scope, hours, and budgets — identifying changes early to support billing accuracy and prevent surprises
• Supporting construction administration, including RFIs, submittals, site visits, and field reports
• Modeling calm communication, proactive problem‑solving, and team alignment

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture and 8+ years of professional architectural experience – licensure preferred
• 5+ years leading small to midsize projects or major components of larger projects
• Advanced proficiency in Revit (required) and familiarity with AutoCAD and PM tools
• A communication style that builds trust — clear, consistent, and steady under pressure
• Strong organization and follow‑through, ensuring clients feel informed, and deliverables meet Chord’s standards with fewer revisions
• Ability to identify risks early, manage multiple priorities, and keep teams one step ahead
• A proactive, accountable mindset that inspires confidence from clients, consultants, and Design Managers alike
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills – comfortable presenting design concepts and project updates to clients
• Naturally gifted leadership – you love growing younger professionals through mentorship, coaching, and setting the example for excellence
• Strong project management skills with the ability to work cross‑functionally, assembling architectural deliverables and resolving project issues
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed

What you’ll enjoy when you join us:

• Competitive salary depending on experience
• A nice suite of benefits and Greenville Metro hybrid work arrangement
• Opportunity to gain experience in a variety of project types

Applications welcomed from U.S. Citizens and Green Card holders only.