Project Manager - Education Architectural Design
$105k - $137.5kLuxus
Project Manager – Education Architectural Design
Company Name: O'Connell Robertson
Location: San Antonio, TX
Industry Focus: K–12 Education, Higher Education, Institutional, & Community-Focused Architecture
Work Setting: Full-Time | Collaborative Studio Environment
Base Salary: $105,000 – $137,500 annually (DOE)
Total Compensation Package: $120,000 – $150,000+ including benefits, retirement, and performance incentives
Recruited Exclusively By: Luxus | AEC Talent Partners
Position Overview
This is an opportunity for an architect who wants to lead projects that directly shape schools, campuses, and communities across Texas. As a Project Manager – Education Architectural Design, you will oversee the planning, coordination, and delivery of K–12 and educational facility projects from early programming through construction administration. You’ll serve as both a project leader and trusted client advisor, guiding multidisciplinary teams while ensuring projects meet design, budget, schedule, and community-impact goals.
The firm is known for its collaborative culture and mission-driven approach to educational architecture. This role is ideal for someone who values teamwork, long-term client relationships, and meaningful project work that extends beyond aesthetics. You’ll work alongside experienced architects, planners, and consultants in an environment focused on mentorship, professional growth, and delivering lasting value to schools and institutions throughout the region.
Core Responsibilities
- Lead K–12 and educational architecture projects through all phases of development, from programming and conceptual design through construction administration
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective verbal, written, and graphic communication
- Manage and coordinate internal architectural teams and external consultants to ensure integrated project delivery
- Oversee project schedules, budgets, staffing, and technical quality standards
- Guide design development efforts while maintaining alignment with educational programming, operational goals, and project vision
- Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and ownership groups throughout the project lifecycle
- Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, educational facility standards, and project requirements
- Support construction administration activities including RFIs, submittals, site observations, and technical coordination
- Mentor junior architects and design staff while supporting team collaboration and professional development
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously across varying stages of development and delivery
Required Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum 8 years of architectural experience, including at least 4 years focused on K–12 educational facility design
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture from an accredited program
- Licensure: Texas Registered Architect preferred; strong candidates pursuing licensure or with transferable experience will also be considered
- Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of educational facility planning, building systems coordination, project delivery, and construction documentation
- Software: Proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam, Newforma, and Microsoft Office Suite preferred
- Project Management: Experience managing project budgets, schedules, staffing, and consultant coordination
- Communication: Strong client-facing communication and leadership skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with higher education, healthcare, institutional, or commercial project types
- Knowledge of sustainability standards and educational facility best practices
- Construction administration and field coordination experience
- Strong presentation, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Demonstrated leadership and mentoring capabilities within architectural teams
Why Join the Firm
- Inspiring and collaborative studio environment
- Above-market compensation and performance incentives
- Comprehensive benefits and retirement package
- Flexible scheduling supporting work-life balance
- Strong commitment to professional growth and advancement opportunities
- Meaningful projects that positively impact communities and future generations
About O'Connell Robertson
O'Connell Robertson is a Texas-based architecture and engineering firm recognized for its commitment to educational, healthcare, and community-focused design. The firm combines technical excellence with a collaborative, people-first culture that emphasizes long-term relationships, thoughtful planning, and impactful project delivery. Through multidisciplinary expertise and a strong regional presence, O'Connell Robertson creates environments that support learning, wellness, and community growth across Texas.
About Luxus | AEC Talent Partners
Luxus is an exclusive AEC recruiting firm managing this search on behalf of O'Connell Robertson. We partner with the most prestigious structural, civil, and architectural firms in the country to connect top-tier talent with legacy-building opportunities. Not the perfect fit for this role? We still want to hear from you. Our network is constantly expanding with exclusive, unlisted positions across the AEC sector. Connect with us today to discuss your career trajectory.
Keywords
Project Manager Architecture, Education Architecture, K-12 Design, Educational Facilities, Registered Architect, Revit, Bluebeam, Newforma, Construction Administration, School Design, Higher Education Architecture, Institutional Design, Architectural Project Manager, San Antonio Architecture Jobs, Texas Architect
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