Senior Architectural Project Manager - Civic
Overview
You will lead complex Civic + Community projects from planning through construction at an award-winning, employee-owned architecture practice. You will act as the primary client contact, managing multidisciplinary teams, consultants, schedules, and budgets on 8+ figure projects. This role offers a hybrid schedule, performance bonuses, and a clear path to Principal. You will own project delivery, mentor emerging PMs, and drive business development for high-impact community work.
What You'll Do8
- 1Own Civic + Community projects from programming through construction administration, delivering on scope, schedule, and budget.
- 2Build trusted client relationships as the day-to-day contact, advising on project strategy and decisions.
- 3Drive multidisciplinary teams including architecture, interiors, engineering, and specialty consultants to meet design and technical standards.
- 4Coordinate complex planning and technical requirements with Revit, Bluebeam, and project management platforms.
- 5Control project financial performance, staffing utilization, and profitability, identifying risks and implementing mitigations.
- 6Lead client presentations, consultant coordination, and internal meetings to align stakeholders.
- 7Mentor Project Architects and emerging Project Managers, advancing their technical and leadership skills.
- 8Support proposals, interviews, and business development to secure new Civic and Community work.
Requirements8
- 18+ years of architectural project management experience, with senior candidates bringing additional leadership.
- 2Strong background in Civic or Community architecture projects, including arts, culture, or healthcare.
- 3Proven ability to manage project teams, consultants, schedules, budgets, and client relationships.
- 4Experience with complex renovation, expansion, or new construction projects.
- 5Deep understanding of project delivery from programming through construction administration.
- 6Proficiency with Revit and modern project management/documentation platforms.
- 7Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or related field.
- 8California architectural license strongly preferred; LEED, DBIA, or WELL credentials a plus.
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$130 - $160k per year
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