Project Manager, Project & Program Management, Operations Management

Project Manager – Indianapolis, IN

DISHER is excited to partner with a collaborative design studio on a Project Manager based out of their Indianapolis studio. This studio integrates architecture, interiors, and engineering, specializing in the design of learning environments. As a Project Manager, you will be a part of their mission to create smarter places for learning and will lead project teams for K-12 and higher education clients.

What it's like to work here:

Project Managers lead with purpose, overseeing projects from concept through construction while ensuring design excellence, client satisfaction, and financial performance. Working alongside Project Architects, Designers, and consultants, you’ll plan, organize, and manage all phases of development to deliver work that meets schedule, budget, and design intent. This role combines leadership, collaboration, and accountability, fostering a culture of communication, mentorship, and continuous learning within a supportive, community-focused environment.

• Lead projects from kickoff through completion, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget goals are met.
• Plan, organize, and allocate resources; assign responsibilities; and maintain strong communication with clients and internal teams.
• Oversee design development, construction documents, and coordination with consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Monitor project progress and budgets, prepare reports, and adjust plans as needed to ensure successful delivery.
• Provide technical guidance, resolve issues, and support staff to maintain a positive, collaborative work environment.
• Participate in client meetings, marketing efforts, contract negotiations, and field visits as needed.
• Ensure compliance with codes, specifications, and firm standards while supporting continuous professional growth and innovation.
• Adhere to the Human Performance Code of Conduct and contribute to ongoing quality assurance initiatives.

• 10+ years of architectural project management experience
• Experience with k-12 and higher education highly preferred
• High-level client-facing skills, including leading meetings, discussing fees and contracts, and facilitating budget and alignment conversations.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary internal teams and external consultants on medium to large projects
• General building and code knowledge with the ability to interpret plans at a high level.
• Fluency with Deltek Vantagepoint, Bluebeam Revu, and Revitpreferred
• Pre-bond, bond planning, or master planning experience is strongly preferred
• Comfortable having conversations around schedule, scope, and performance
• Willingness to travel up to 25% to client sites