Architectural Project Manager

Salary: $50.04 - $70.41 Hourly
Location : City of Las Vegas, NV
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 26MAY2081 O
Department: Public Works Department
Opening Date: 05/27/2026
Closing Date: 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Bargaining Unit: SCEA


About the Position
Career Opportunity

The city of Las Vegas is accepting applications for Architectural Project Manager. This position coordinates and administers various city architectural programs and projects; prepares and administers the city's on-site five-year capital improvement program; coordinates programs and projects with other city departments and outside agencies; provides highly responsible staff assistance to the assigned division manager or section supervisor.
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Supervision Received And Exercised

Receives general direction from a higher level management staff.

Acts as a formal supervisor, exercising direct supervision, including selecting new employees, monitoring and formally evaluating employee performance, and participating in the discipline and termination of employees.
Examination Process A civil service examination will be conducted in accordance with the Civil Service Rules of the city of Las Vegas. The supplemental questions are the examination. Falsification of information may result in disqualification from a recruitment or removal from a City position. Additional information will not be accepted after the closing date. The supplemental questions are weighted 100% for placement on an eligible list, and must be worked on individually by the applicant only. The supplemental questions of all qualified applicants will be reviewed for placement on an eligible list.

Eligible List
You must score 70% or higher on the examination to be placed on the eligible list.The eligible list will remain in effect for a period of 6 months from the date of certification and may be extended for a period of up to 2 years.


Selection Process Final candidate selection will include list placement and may include hiring interview (if applicable). Any individual offered employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test, complete background check, and may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform the physical requirements of the job. Some positions may require preliminary background checks.
Example of Duties
Essential Functions

1. Recommends and assists in the implementation of division goals, objectives, policies and procedures. Assists with the annual development and submission of business plan measures. Prepares and presents monthly performance statistics and reports. Recommends and implements approved policies and procedures.
2. Coordinates and administers various city architectural programs and projects; meets with staff to identify needs and resolve problems; assigns work activities, projects and programs; monitors work flow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods and procedures.
3. Participates in the development and maintenance of city design standards applied to all new and remodeled facilities.
4. Supervises designated project staff, including training, overseeing work, and establishing and evaluating appropriate performance standards in accordance with department objectives. May participate in interviewing and assisting with the selecting of job applicants.
5. Prepares, reviews, and approves project programs, site analysis, project budgets, conceptual designs, architectural plans, environmental documents and reports, specifications, and construction cost estimates; oversees and reviews the production drawings and documents prepared by architectural consultants and in-house designers; ensures that project specifications and deliverables meet applicable rules and regulations.
6. Researches and recommends professional consultants; reviews proposal submissions and firm qualifications; facilitates, negotiates, and prepares contractual agreements; and ensures that contractual obligations are met throughout the project.
7. Identifies opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; reviews with appropriate management staff; and implements improvements.
8. Serves as liaison for assigned projects with other city departments, divisions, public and outside agencies. Represents the division in various committees and work groups. Receives and responds to complex and sensitive issues. Handles inquiries and complaints from start through resolution in an efficient and timely manner.
9. Provides administrative and analytical support to an assigned division or section manager; prepares and present special reports and analyses as required.
10. Oversees and approves assigned project budgets, including monitoring financial transactions, expenditures, and identifying and reporting potential financial overruns and variances at an early stage. Prepares reports on actual and estimated expenditures.

Marginal Functions

1. Produces architectural design drawings, using autocad software.
2. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of architecture.
3. Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Requirements
Experience

One year of increasingly responsible (post license) professional architectural experience.

Training

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in architecture or a closely related field.

License or Certificate
Possession of a valid driver's license on the date of application, and maintenance thereafter.

Possession of an appropriate, valid certificate of registration as a professional architect in any state on the date of application, and acquisition of certification as a professional architect in the state of Nevada within six months of the date of appointment, and maintenance thereafter.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of

Operational characteristics, services and activities of a comprehensive architectural program.
Modern and complex principles and practices of architecture.
Advanced terminology, methods, practices and techniques used in technical architectural report preparation.
Advanced principles of mathematics as applied to architectural work.
Recent developments, current literature and sources of information regarding architecture.
Materials, tools and equipment used in architecture.
Advanced techniques of developing, reviewing and modifying architectural plans, designs and specifications.
Principles of budget preparation and control.
Autocad software and techniques.
Principles and techniques of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment and software.

Skills in

Interpreting and applying pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes, rules and regulations.
Managing and administering a comprehensive capital improvement program.
Managing large and complex architectural projects.
Ensuring project compliance with project specifications, deadlines and budget constraints.
Resolving complex architectural problems.
Resolving regulatory, public relations and systems design questions.
Exercising professional architectural judgment to achieve results consistent with objectives.
Operating computer-based architectural systems.
Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Analyzing complex problems, identifying alternative solutions, anticipating consequences of proposed actions, recommending best options, and implementing approved solution in support of goals.

Competencies

In addition to Core Workforce Competencies

Supervisor Competencies

Professionalism Models core values by being honest, respectful and positive; continuously demonstrates the core values of the city; supervisory actions are collaborative whenever possible and intended to grow the city's capacity at an individual, unit, division and/or department level.

Managing Performance Takes responsibility for own and assigned employees' performance, by setting clear goals and expectations, tracking progress against the goals, ensuring regular feedback, and addressing performance problems and issues promptly.

Decisiveness Willingness to make difficult decisions in a timely manner.

Developing and Empowering Others Willingness to delegate responsibility; coaching assigned employee to develop their capabilities.

Facilitating Partnerships Builds community and partnerships both inside and outside the organization.

Forward Thinking Anticipating the consequences of situations and decisions; taking appropriate action to be prepared for possible changes.

Providing Support Provides the tools and creates a supportive environment that allows others to successfully complete their work.
CITY OF LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
LVCEA Compensation and Benefits - 2026
COMPENSATION

Annual Base Pay Increases

• Negotiated as part of the collective bargaining process.
• Step (Merit) Increase - typically awarded on the anniversary date of hire, up to range maximum.

BENEFITS

Uniform Allowance

• Available for some classifications.

Tool/Equipment Allowance

• Available for some classifications.

Retirement

• Benefit eligible employees participate in the Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada (PERS). PERS, a statewide defined benefit plan, calculates retirement benefits based on 2.25 percent (current percentage for employees hired 7/1/15 and after)for each year of service, applied to the employee's highest consecutive 36-month average salary. PERS also requires that employees share 50 percent of the PERS contribution, which is implemented by reducing the city's salary ranges. The highest consecutive 36-month average salary is increased commensurate with the salary range reductions required by PERS.

Deferred Compensation

• The city offers a 457(b) Plan which is a government deferred compensation plan similar to a 401(k) plan. It offers both pre-tax and after-tax savings and investment options.

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Employees are covered the first of the month following date of employment. Five medical plans, two dental, and two vision plans are available. City pays 100% of employee premium + 50% of dependent premium.

Life and AD&D Insurance

• City provides $20,000 insurance at no cost.
• Additional voluntary life insurance and AD&D insurance available for purchase.

Disability Insurance

• City provides a long term disability policy:
  • LTD: Employees who normally work at least 30 hours/week are eligible. Benefits may begin after 90 days of an approved disability leave. Payment is up to 60% of earnings, up to $11,000/month, and may not be supplemented with sick or vacation.

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

ANNUAL PHYSICAL EXAMS

• Employees covered by a City health plan and their covered spouse and dependents over age 18 are eligible for a comprehensive wellness physical exam annually at no cost to them at ARC Health and Wellness..

VACATION (Hours/Year)

• Year 1-2: 80 hours
• Years 3-7: 120 hours
• Y ears 8-10: 128 hours
• Years 11-15: 180 hours
• Year 16 and over: 200 hours
• Maximum accrual: 250 hours, if hired after 12/3/2014
• Sell-back: Up to 60 hours each year; must leave a balance of 40 hours in leave bank.

HOLIDAYS

• City provides 12 paid holidays plus a birthday holiday.

SICK LEAVE

• Sick Leave: 104 hours per year
• Maximum Accrual: 420 hours, if hired after 12/03/2014
• Sick Leave Bonus: Negotiated sick leave bonus
• Payout at Separation: See contract

RETIREE HEALTH AND LIFE INSURANCE

• Available for purchase - retiree pays full cost of premiums.

NOTE: Benefits subject to change
Revised 12/10/2025
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in DISQUALIFICATION from the selection process.Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• I agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that my responses can be verified from information included within the application.

02


What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• High School/GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctoral Degree
• None

03


Please disclose the discipline of your degree. Type N/A if you do not have a degree.
04


Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

05


Do you have an appropriate, valid certificate of registration as a professional architect in any state?

• Yes
• No

06


What is the status of your certificate of registration as a professional architect in any state?

• Active
• Expired
• None

07


Did you attach a copy of your certificate of registration as a professional architect to your application?

• Yes
• No

08


How many years of increasingly responsible (post license) professional architectural experience do you have?

• None
• 1 Year
• 2 Years
• 3 Years
• 4 Years
• 5 Years
• 6 Years
• 7 Years
• 8 Years or more

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SUPPLEMENTAL EXAMINATION: Questions 11 through 16 below are the examination for this recruitment. Your responses to the following questions will be read and scored by a Subject Matter Expert (SME). While reviewing your responses, the SME will not have access to your application/resume. Although you may have some of this information on your application, you will need to answer the questions completely. In order to give the SME the best opportunity to evaluate your responses, please make sure you read the question carefully and fully answer all the questions asked. This is your only opportunity to provide detailed information. Failure to provide full and complete answers may affect the outcome of your score and placement on the eligibility list. PLEASE DO NOT COPY AND PASTE YOUR RESUME.

• I have read, understand and will comply with the above information.

10


When responding to the supplemental questions below, do not type "see resume." To receive credit for your responses during the examination process, you must provide complete answers based on your own experience. If you do not have experience in a particular area, please enter "N/A."

• I have read, understand and will comply with the above information

11


Describe your professional architectural project management experience. Please include the name of the projects and each employer where your experience was obtained.
12


Describe your professional experience and approach with coordinating architectural projects with clients, stakeholders, municipalities, utility companies, and government agencies.
13


Describe your professional work experience managing multiple design/construction projects with competing deadlines. Please include your experience with project scheduling software.
14


Describe your experience negotiating the scope and fee for a design or construction contract.
15


Describe your experience with cost estimating, quantity takeoffs, and developing bid schedules and bid item descriptions.
16


Describe your experience using Auto CAD, Revit, SketchUp, Bluebeam Revu, and any other software with which you are proficient. Note software version in your write-up.
Required Question