Architecture - Project Manager

General Summary The Project Manager is responsible for comprehensive leadership, management, and execution of architectural projects from initial client engagement through project closeout. This role serves as the primary point of accountability for project performance, including design quality, technical execution, client satisfaction, financial performance, schedule adherence, and team coordination. The Project Manager oversees all phases of the architectural process, including pre‑design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, permitting, bidding, and construction administration.

This position ensures projects are delivered in alignment with client objectives, firm standards, contractual obligations, regulatory requirements, and profitability targets. The Project Manager works closely with management, clients, consultants, and internal team members to ensure seamless coordination, proactive problem‑solving, and successful project outcomes.

The Project Manager oversees the work of architectural staff assigned to projects.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Serve as the project manager responsible for overall project delivery, execution, and performance
• Develop and maintain project work plans, schedules, milestones, and deliverables
• Monitor project scope, budget, schedule, and staffing to ensure alignment with contractual and financial objectives
• Identify potential project risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Lead internal project kickoff meetings and establish project execution plans
• Provide regular project status updates to firm leadership and stakeholders
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring consistent quality and timely delivery

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle
• Establish and maintain strong, professional relationships with clients, developers, and stakeholders
• Lead client meetings, presentations, and design reviews
• Clearly communicate project progress, schedule, scope changes, and budget implications
• Manage client expectations and proactively address concerns
• Support business development efforts, including participation in proposals, interviews, and client presentations

• Lead the development and execution of architectural design concepts aligned with project goals and client vision
• Ensure design solutions meet functional, aesthetic, budgetary, and regulatory requirements
• Provide design direction and technical guidance to project team members
• Review drawings and models to ensure design intent is accurately executed
• Collaborate with interior designers, planners, and technical specialists to ensure cohesive project design

• Oversee the preparation and coordination of architectural drawings and construction documents
• Ensure construction documents are complete, coordinated, and compliant with applicable building codes, zoning ordinances, accessibility requirements, and regulatory standards
• Review drawings and specifications for technical accuracy, constructability, and quality control
• Ensure adherence to drafting and documentation standards
• Facilitate internal and external quality assurance and quality control reviews

• Select, coordinate, and manage external consultants, including structural engineers, mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) engineers, civil engineers, landscape architects, code consultants, and specialty consultants
• Ensure consultant work is fully integrated and coordinated with architectural design
• Review consultant deliverables for consistency, completeness, and alignment with project objectives
• Facilitate coordination meetings and resolve conflicts between disciplines