Architectural Project Manager

HDR, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking an Architectural Project Manager in the United States (Missouri-Kansas City area) to lead and coordinate multi-discipline project teams from development to close-out.

You will manage complex projects, balance client needs, and drive delivery milestones in a dynamic employee-owned culture. The role requires a registered Architect with at least seven years of related experience and a minimum of two years in project management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture is required.
• 7+ years of related experience.
• Minimum 2 years of project management experience.
• Licensed/Registered Architect is required.
• Ability to lead a project team.
• Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project).
• Strong planning and mentoring skills.
• Active participation in an employee-owned culture is required.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams through the project lifecycle.
• Manage all aspects of complex small to medium projects or large routine projects.
• Produce and coordinate multiple projects concurrently.
• Establish and maintain client relations and participate in marketing, contractual, design and production meetings.
• Conduct work sessions for deliverable development with staff and stakeholders.
• Coordinate staffing and workload across the project life cycle and ensure deliverables meet schedule.
• Track project finances and coordinate work to stay within budget and schedule.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Operations and Leadership for periodic reviews and QA/QC procedures.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe architecture is more than designing buildings, it's about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you'll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them. We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.

In the role of Architectural Project Manager , we'll count on you to:

• Direct and coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project's lifecycle (from development and initiation to close-out)

• Responsible for all aspects of complex small to medium projects or routine large projects

• Produce and coordinate several small to medium projects concurrently

• Establish and maintain client relations, and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings

• Conduct work sessions for deliverable development in conjunction with other staff and stakeholders

• Coordinate staffing and workload through entire project life cycle, and ensure completion of deliverables on schedule

• Track financial aspects of projects, and coordinate and adjust work effort with team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of agreed-to budget and schedule

• Work with the Accounting, Operational and Business leadership for periodic project reviews Implement QA/QC procedures

• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED
• PMP certification

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture
• 7 years related experience
• A minimum 2 years project management
• Registered Architect
• Must be able to lead a team on projects
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
• Good planning and mentoring skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States-Missouri-Kansas City

Industry: Architecture

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Health ARC

Job Posting: Sep 11, 2026