Architectural Project Manager

Job Summary

The client is seeking an Architectural Project Manager to join our in-house design team, managing tenant improvement projects from initial design through construction administration. This role bridges design and field execution owning drawings, permitting, and code compliance while staying closely engaged with our field team through construction.

Key Responsibilities

Lead architectural scope from schematic design through construction documents and construction administration

Coordinate with clients, internal design team, field/construction staff, subcontractors, and consultants

Manage entitlements, permitting, and code compliance across a variety of project types

Conduct site visits and construction observation

Serve as a responsive point of contact for the field team's design and drawing questions during construction

Track project scope, schedule, and any design-related change orders

Client-facing communication and progress reporting as needed

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in architecture

10+ years of experience in architectural project management, including design-build project delivery

Working knowledge of building codes, zoning, and permitting processes

Experience reviewing shop drawings/submittals and managing construction documents

Proficiency in Revit

Strong communication skills as this role bridges design, field teams, clients, and inspectors

Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects across different sectors and scales

Preferred Qualifications

Tenant improvement (TI) experience, specifically working with existing building conditions and shell buildings

Licensed Architect (RA) or actively pursuing licensure

Experience across a range of project types (office, retail, food and beverage, light industrial)

Familiarity with local AHJ processes and relationships with local plan reviewers