Architectural Project Manager

PACT Design Studio, LLC; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

PACT Design Studio, LLC seeks a Project Manager to lead complex architectural projects with a focus on higher education throughout Texas. This role thrives in a collaborative studio environment, builds strong client relationships, and guides projects from programming through construction administration.

The studio emphasizes thoughtful design, professional growth, and a hands-on approach where team members work directly with clients and leadership to deliver excellent architecture.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience
• Professional degree in Architecture
• Licensed Architect preferred
• Strong experience managing higher education projects
• Proven ability to lead consultant coordination across multiple trades
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities
• Experience mentoring emerging professionals
• Ability to balance design quality with project execution

Responsibilities

• Lead projects through all phases of design and construction
• Serve as the primary client contact throughout the life of the project
• Coordinate and manage consultants across multiple disciplines
• Mentor and support younger staff within the studio
• Guide project schedules, budgets, and team communication
• Participate in programming, planning, and design strategy discussions
• Help maintain design quality and technical excellence across project delivery
• Work closely with firm leadership in a highly collaborative environment

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

Organizational skills

Education

Architecture degree

Job description

PACT Design Studio is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex architectural projects with a strong focus on higher education work throughout Texas. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative studio environment, enjoys building strong client relationships, and can confidently guide projects from programming through construction administration.

We are a growing, design-focused firm that believes architecture should improve the lives of others, challenge mediocrity, and inspire people through thoughtful design.

What You’ll Do

• Lead projects through all phases of design and construction
• Serve as the primary client contact throughout the life of the project
• Coordinate and manage consultants across multiple disciplines
• Mentor and support younger staff within the studio
• Guide project schedules, budgets, and team communication
• Participate in programming, planning, and design strategy discussions
• Help maintain design quality and technical excellence across project delivery
• Work closely with firm leadership in a highly collaborative environment

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of experience
• Professional degree in Architecture
• Licensed Architect preferred
• Strong experience managing higher education projects
• Proven ability to lead consultant coordination across multiple trades
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities
• Experience mentoring emerging professionals
• Ability to balance design quality with project execution
• Experience in any of the following is a plus: Hospitality, Private Commercial, Interior Architecture, Residential

About Our Studio

The collaborative relationship with the client is at the core of what we do. We take time to understand each client’s unique needs and challenges and believe asking deeper questions leads to better architecture.

• Empathy
• Quality

We are intentionally a smaller firm.

That means our team members have direct involvement with clients, leadership, design conversations, and decision-making. People here are trusted with real responsibility and given room to grow.

If you’re looking for a place where you can lead meaningful work, help shape a growing studio, and work alongside people who genuinely care about design, we’d love to talk.