Senior Project Architect​/Project Manager - Federal

Stantec’s Federal Buildings group seeks an experienced Senior Architect / Project Manager to lead the growth of our Indo‑Pacific delivery and execution hub in Seattle, WA. The role manages projects ranging from $30 million to over $1 billion in construction value, delivering high-performance, cost‑effective outcomes across the West and Indo‑Pacific regions.

• Deliver quality project documents.
• Develop project‑specific management plans, execution plans, communications plans, quality control plans, and risk management plans.
• Plan, organize, and direct the work throughout the life of the project to successfully deliver the project to the client.
• Lead project management and execution, promoting design excellence and sustainability.
• Manage project finances using Earned Value Management (EVM). Monitor project spending with budget and schedule adherence.
• Keep the Principal in Charge informed of project expectations, potential issues, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Maintain client relationships; lead stakeholder meetings and maintain all project records.
• Ensure the project design meets the client's budget, schedule, program, and design intent.
• Assist the Principal‑in‑Charge in negotiating and developing project agreements.
• Develop and manage project budget, schedule, and overall work plan to achieve target financial performance.
• Oversee development of building documentation in modeling software such as Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD.
• Mentor Assistant Project Managers and motivate project teams.
• Guarantee timely completion of Project Management Framework tasks and proper documentation.
• Lead project coordination and owner/site meetings with internal team members, external consultants, owners, and contractors.
• Manage and track change orders, contractor payment applications, and other contractual modifications impacting budget and schedule.
• Work with the Operations Manager to determine staffing needs and recommend personnel.
• Direct client invoicing and manage collections.
• Negotiate and develop various contract and project delivery types, including but not limited to design‑build, design‑bid‑build, and progressive design‑build.
• Manage quality control of design, construction documents, and construction administration.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, security, and environmental requirements.

• Uphold Stantec Core Values: integrity, people‑first focus, collaboration, and shared achievement.
• Keep the Principal informed of project progress, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Mentor, motivate, and manage high‑performing, integrated teams.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across disciplines.

• Lead and support pursuit efforts, including strategy, proposal development, presentations, and client interviews.
• Proactively market and cross‑sell company services to acquire new clients and commissions, and develop industry relationships.

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture.
• Licensed United States architect;
  Washington state licensure preferred.
• U.S. citizenship required for project.
• Minimum of 15 years of project management experience in AE Services and Design‑Build projects, including GC construction phases.
• Familiarity with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC).
• DoD project management experience, particularly with NAVFAC and USACE.
• Knowledge of all phases of AE projects and various delivery methods.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities effectively.
• Skilled in facilitating internal and external project team meetings, monitoring, tracking, and resolving issues.
• Team player with a collaborative approach with clients, project teams, and contractors.
• Effective negotiator and communicator.
• Adaptive and strategic thinker.
• Strong skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project; experience with Revit and BIM management preferred.
• Ability to travel regionally.

• Locations in WA, DC & various CA, MA areas: $ – $ annually.

• Medical, dental, and vision plans; wellness program; health savings…