Architectural Project Manager

TalentSphere Staffing Solutions; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Job summary

TalentSphere Staffing Solutions is seeking an Architectural Project Manager in Chicago, focusing on restaurant and hospitality projects. You will oversee design development through construction, coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors, and ensure budgets and schedules are met.

The role requires 4+ years in NA architectural practice, strong code knowledge, Revit and AutoCAD proficiency, and excellent English communication. Hybrid/remote work options available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years in NA architectural industry with 2.5+ years in PM.
• Experience in restaurant/hospitality or franchise projects preferred.
• Ability to develop and monitor detailed work plans across disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and quality control processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design development, CD prep, and construction phase services.
• Coordinate with project team, site visits, and client relationships.
• Manage project financials, budgets, and scheduling to meet timelines.
• Liaise with municipal authorities and consultant teams for approvals.
• Review deliverables for QA/QC and constructability of drawings.
• Collaborate with contractors and sub-consultants to resolve issues.

Skills

Project management

Client relationships

Budgeting & scheduling

Team coordination

English communication

Education

Architect registration (asset)

PMP designation (asset)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Architectural Project Manager

Restaurants / Hospitality Projects - Franchise

Chicago, Illinois, USA

Hybrid / Remote Work Model

Intermediate or Senior

Salary: $80k - 125k depending on experience

Other titles: Architect, Intermediate Project Manager, Intern Architect, Project Coordinator, Assistant Project Manager, PM, Senior Project Manager, Architectural Project Manager, Project Lead

The Company

Our client, a well established Architecture and Design firm, is seeking a skilled Project Manager to manage and coordinate projects and project teams from their Chicago office. This firm emphasize a collaborative and progressive work culture and do a lot of work in the restaurant and hospitality sector.

THE JOB

As a Project Manager, at either an advanced intermediate or senior level, you will oversee project phases through design development, construction documents preparation, and construction period services. The successful candidate will work with project coordination, site visits, project financials, manage client relationships, team communication and liaise with municipal authorities, and you will be responsible for reviewing work, quality control and ensuring projects are delivered to set budget and timelines. Ultimately, you will oversee the successful execution of restaurant and hospitality projects, in collaboration with the senior partners and architects in the firm.

What's Required

• Minimum 4 years’ relevant experience in the North American Architectural Industry, with at least 2.5+ years working with project management
• Registration with an association is an asset
• Multi-disciplinary experience with a variety of mid to large sized project work experience required. Some franchise work like Starbucks or similar would be strongly preferred
• Ability to develop a detailed work plan for all architectural and engineering disciplines, allocate hours to the work plan, and monitor project progress
• PMP Designation an asset
• Good knowledge of the Building code
• Maintain a good understanding of the project scope and when changes to the scope occur, negotiate solutions to ensure outcomes meet client expectations and contractual obligations
• Ability to coordinate architects and engineers in the quality assurance and quality control procedures for all deliverables, specifically the construction drawings and specifications
• Knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD are preferred
• Demonstrated expertise in building technology including wood frame, steel and concrete construction
• Coordinate with contractor, sub-consultants, or relevant building authorities to address and document issues with constructability or owner concerns
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal

What You Get In Return

• Excellent work culture with a focus on work life balance
• Hybrid work model
• Opportunities for professional development
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• 4 or weeks of personal time/vacation
• Excellent and supportive leadership team