Architectural Project Manager

CWG Architecture + Interiors; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentorship & Continued education

Community projects

Volunteer days

Summer hours

Historic Helena office

Job summary

CWG Architecture + Interiors seeks an Architectural Project Manager to guide projects from client conversations through construction completion in Helena, MT. You’ll balance design quality, technical delivery, and client satisfaction while managing scope, budgets, schedules, and team coordination.

Join a collaborative, people-first culture with mentorship and long-term client relationships. This role emphasizes leadership, sustainability, and delivering high-quality architecture across projects.

Qualifications

• Accredited professional degree in architecture (NAAB-accredited).
• 5+ years of professional architecture experience in the United States.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage architectural projects from initiation to construction completion.
• Serve as primary client liaison throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop designs, specifications, estimates, and schedules.
• Coordinate with engineers, consultants, and contractors.
• Produce construction drawings and 3D visualizations.
• Lead contract negotiations and manage documentation.
• Monitor code compliance and sustainability across deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Client liaison

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor of Architecture

Master of Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Enscape

MS Office

Job description

CWG Architecture + Interiors – Helena, MT (On-site)

We’re looking for an Architectural Project Manager to guide projects from initial client conversations through construction completion. You’ll lead work ranging from small community builds to complex facilities, balancing design quality, technical delivery, and client satisfaction. This role involves managing scope, budgets, schedules, and team coordination while building strong client relationships. At CWG, architecture is both challenging and rewarding—you’ll take on complex projects within a supportive, collaborative culture that values people as much as design.

Responsibilities

• Manage small to large architectural projects from start to finish


• Serve as primary client liaison throughout the project lifecycle


• Develop and present designs, specifications, estimates, and schedules


• Integrate engineering and building systems into project plans


• Produce detailed construction drawings and 3D/interactive visualizations


• Lead contract negotiations and documentation with consultants and contractors


• Coordinate with builders during construction to ensure design intent and quality


• Ensure sustainability and code compliance across all deliverables


• Mentor staff and Architect(s)-in-Training, setting clear professional goals


• Contribute to CWG’s collaborative culture and long-term client relationships

Qualifications

Accredited professional degree accredited by an architectural board, such as a NAAB accredited 5-year Bachelor of Architecture or a Master of Architecture

5+ years of professional experience in the United States

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Proficiency in:

• Autodesk Revit


• Autodesk AutoCAD


• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)


• Enscape


• Microsoft Office Suite

Bonus Skills (Preferred)

Licensed Architect (Montana or eligible for reciprocity)

Familiarity with architectural costs, billing, and budgets

Understanding of billable rates and scheduling

Knowledge of BIM coordination tools (model management, clash detection)

3D modeling with SketchUp or Rhino

Advanced rendering tools (Lumion, Enscape, Twinmotion, or D5 Render)

Experience with VR or immersive visualization

About Us

Since 1957, CWG Architecture + Interiors has been Montana’s second-longest standing architecture firm and a trusted partner across the region. From meticulous hand drafting to complex and parametric BIM modeling and analysis, some things never changed: our commitment to authentic relationships, great design, and collaboration. Our mission is to create inspiring connections between clients and design by treating people right, finding better solutions together, and consistently going beyond what’s expected. Backed by a people-first leadership team, CWG blends decades of experience with a forward-thinking mindset.

Why CWG?

At CWG, you’ll do more than manage projects, you’ll shape places that matter to communities. You’ll work in a collaborative, people-first culture where your professional growth is supported, your leadership is valued, and your exposure to diverse projects expands your expertise. We’re deeply rooted in Montana but always looking forward.

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package


• Supportive, collaborative culture with mentorship and continued education


• Opportunities to work on meaningful, community-shaping projects


• Volunteer days, birthday celebrations, and community events


• Summer hours, paid holidays, family-friendly policies, and occasional office perks


• Historic downtown Helena office in a positive, team-oriented environment

Location Advantage

Living and working in Helena means access to world-class outdoor activities—mountain biking, hiking, fishing, and camping—just minutes away. As Montana’s capital, Helena also offers a vibrant brewery scene, strong appreciation for the arts, a charming downtown, and a high quality of life in a pristine environment.