Architectural Project Manager

Metric Geo; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SHM Architects in Dallas, TX seeks an experienced Project Manager – Architecture to lead design development through construction administration, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and maintaining client relationships.

You will oversee schedules, budgets, consultants, and documentation, provide technical guidance, and ensure quality across residential and commercial projects. Join a studio known for timeless, purpose-driven design.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional architectural experience.
• Strong knowledge of project scheduling, budgeting, consultant coordination, and construction documentation.
• Experience leading project teams and coordinating multidisciplinary consultants.
• Excellent communication with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage architectural projects from schematic design through construction administration.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, scope, and key milestones.
• Coordinate project teams, consultants, contractors, and internal staff.
• Serve as the primary client contact, ensuring communication and delivery.
• Lead project meetings, prepare agendas, and maintain documentation.
• Monitor financial performance and identify out-of-scope services.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members.
• Apply advanced architectural principles across various project types.
• Ensure documentation, coordination, and quality standards throughout.

Job description

Project Manager – Architecture (Dallas, TX)

We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead architectural projects from design development through construction administration. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented architectural professional who excels at managing client relationships, project schedules, budgets, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams while delivering thoughtful, high-quality design solutions.

What You'll Do:

• Manage architectural projects from schematic design through construction administration.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, scope, and key milestones.
• Coordinate project teams, consultants, contractors, and internal staff.
• Serve as the primary client contact, ensuring exceptional communication and project delivery.
• Lead project meetings, prepare agendas, and maintain meeting documentation.
• Monitor project financial performance and identify services outside the original scope.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to project team members.
• Apply advanced architectural principles and design expertise across a variety of project types.
• Ensure project documentation, coordination, and quality standards are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.

What We're Looking For:

• 8+ years of professional architectural experience, preferably with residential projects.
• Professional Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) or Master of Architecture (MArch) degree required.
• Architectural licensure preferred but not required.
• Experience managing architectural projects from design through construction administration.
• Strong knowledge of project scheduling, budgeting, consultant coordination, and construction documentation.
• Experience leading project teams and coordinating multidisciplinary consultants.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and technical detailing.
• Strong sketching, visualization, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

Why This Role Is Exciting:

Join SHM Architects, a highly respected Dallas-based architecture, landscape architecture, and interior design firm known for creating timeless, purpose-driven residential and commercial designs. You'll have the opportunity to lead meaningful projects from concept through completion while collaborating with a talented team that values creativity, craftsmanship, and lasting client relationships.

Requirements added by the job poster:

• 8+ years of professional architectural experience (residential preferred)
• BArch or MArch degree required
• Experience leading project teams and managing consultants
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and technical detailing
• Strong project management, budgeting, scheduling, and client communication skills