Project Expediter

We are seeking a design-forward Project Manager in our Seattle office who is ready to lead complex PK–12 projects and support strong, collaborative teams and meaningful project outcomes.

This role is a good fit for someone who brings a high level of ownership, sound judgment, and leadership, and who is motivated to advocate for design and project excellence while guiding projects from early visioning through construction and building trusted relationships with clients, teams, and stakeholders. You will play a key role in aligning project goals, design intent, and delivery, while contributing to the consistency and strength of our practice.

A confident project leader ; leads with clarity and accountability, guiding scope, schedule, budget, and quality across complex projects

A design-minded collaborator ; partners closely with design teams to support thoughtful, well‑crafted solutions that align with project goals and community impact

A trusted client partner ; builds strong relationships, communicates clearly, and helps align expectations and outcomes

supports, mentors, and creates clarity for team members across levels, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment

Project Managers lead projects across all phases, working closely with internal teams, clients, and consultants to deliver cohesive, well‑executed work. Leading multiple K–12 projects with responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, and quality

Aligning project outcomes with client goals, user needs, and community impact

Guiding projects from early concept through construction administration

Serving as the main point of contact, leading client meetings, presentations, and stakeholder engagement efforts

Collaborating with design teams to ensure design intent, technical execution, and project constraints remain aligned

Coordinating internal teams and external project partners to support integrated project delivery

Supporting the development and coordination of design and construction documentation

Providing direction, mentorship, performance reviews, and support to design staff across levels.

Supporting staffing coordination, project planning, timely project invoicing, and overall team alignment

Sharing knowledge and supporting consistent tools, processes, and standards across teams

12+ years of professional experience in architecture, with at least 3 years of Project Manager experience leading PK-12

Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects and multidisciplinary teams

Strong understanding of project delivery, construction documentation, and construction processes

Proficiency in Revit and standard project management tools

Experience balancing big‑picture thinking with attention to detail in project execution

Mahlum has a culture committed to sustainability, justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. As an organization focused on projects that benefit our communities, we strive to hire a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and to foster a supportive environment where people can learn, contribute, and grow.

Starting salary is based on the experience stated in your resume and application as part of our pay equity analysis. Mahlum employees are eligible for annual discretionary bonus compensation in addition to their salary.

Mahlum provides comprehensive benefits, including 100% employer‑paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a 401 (k) plan with immediate employer matching; We support staff through paid community service time, charitable donation matching, and financial assistance for commuting by public transit, bicycle, on foot, or carpooling. Mahlum is committed to an ongoing hybrid flexible work environment and participates in the JUST Label transparency program.

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