Architectural Project Manager

Job Title: Architectural Project Manager

Job Description

This role is ideal for a design- and technically minded architectural leader with broad project experience, particularly in Commercial and K12 sectors. The Architectural Project Manager operates with a high degree of autonomy, leading complex projects from concept through construction while mentoring emerging talent and collaborating closely with leadership. You will drive design excellence, ensure technical rigor, and maintain strong client relationships, contributing to the overall quality and innovation of the practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead design direction, technical strategy, and project documentation for complex architectural projects, ensuring alignment with client goals and firm standards.
• Create, develop, and manage architectural models in Revit for Commercial and/or K12 projects across all phases, including schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration.
• Guide, mentor, and support interdisciplinary project teams, elevating skills, collaboration, and overall project quality throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams to maintain clear alignment on project goals, design vision, scope, schedule, and deliverable expectations.
• Oversee project standards, workflows, and quality assurance processes from concept design through construction administration, including review of drawings and specifications.
• Participate in client-facing meetings, presentations, and stakeholder engagements, clearly communicating project vision, design intent, and technical solutions.
• Manage project execution and day-to-day delivery, including planning, tracking progress, and proactively addressing design, technical, and coordination issues.
• Support broader firmwide initiatives related to design excellence, technical standards, and best practices, contributing to continuous improvement across the practice.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to emerging professionals, fostering a collaborative, learning-focused environment and promoting professional growth.
• Ensure that all project work complies with applicable codes, standards, and best practices, and support construction administration activities such as RFIs, submittals, and site visits.

Essential Qualificiations

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Architecture (required).
• 10+ years of professional architectural experience with demonstrated leadership across multiple project phases.
• Strong proficiency in Revit (required), including creating and carrying architectural models through schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration.
• Proven experience leading complex architectural projects, preferably in Commercial and/or K12 sectors.
• Experience with construction administration, including coordination with contractors and review of RFIs and submittals.
• Strong architectural design skills with the ability to translate conceptual ideas into clear, buildable solutions.
• Excellent verbal, visual, and written communication skills, including comfort presenting to clients and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor others, lead teams, and uphold design and technical standards.
• Self-directed and collaborative working style, with the ability to manage complex project demands with professionalism and autonomy.
• Architectural licensure preferred but not required.

Other Skills & Qualifications Needed

• Experience in K12 design strongly preferred, with an openness to candidates from varied backgrounds who demonstrate interest or aptitude in this sector.
• Familiarity with SketchUp for 3D visualization and design exploration.
• Familiarity with Bluebeam for document review and markups.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite for presentations and visual communication.
• Exposure to BIM coordination tools and workflows is a plus.
• Ability to participate in and contribute to firmwide initiatives related to design excellence and technical best practices.
• Interest in ongoing professional development, including continuing education and industry engagement.
• Comfort working in a client-facing role, including leading presentations and facilitating stakeholder discussions.

Work Environment

This is an in-office role, Monday through Friday, with some site visits as required by project needs. The position follows a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off, with flexibility to align schedules around holidays for extended four-day weekends. The work environment is collaborative and professional, with opportunities to engage in continuing education and professional development.

This is a Permanent position based out of Salt Lake City, UT.

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $115000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

VCBO BENEFITS: Medical, Dental & Vision Maternity and Parental Leave Life Insurance Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account CEU Lunches Professional Development Parking TRAX transportation passes Flexible Schedule

This is a fully onsite position in Salt Lake City,UT.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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