Architectural Project Manager

Cushing Terrell; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushing Terrell in Missoula, MT is seeking an Architectural Project Manager to lead a portfolio of commercial and residential projects from initiation through closeout, providing leadership, client service, and strategic direction.

You will manage budgets, schedules, and team resources, work with Principals and engineers, ensure on-time, on-budget delivery, and build long-term client relationships across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Construction Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of job-related experience in architectural project management.
• Experience managing commercial or residential projects, or both.
• Current license/registration, PM certification, or equivalent in-house training.
• Strong working knowledge of Revit, Project Management Software, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and Outlook.
• Strong understanding of project budgeting, scheduling, contracts, and financial management.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fee proposals, develop and negotiate contracts, and identify scope changes to prepare additional fee services agreements.
• Collaborate with design leaders and other disciplines to produce and manage project budgets.
• Ensure project profitability targets of 20% or higher are met or exceeded.
• Review and reassess projects weekly to maintain earned value and ensure resources are properly utilized.
• Initiate and maintain projects and opportunities in Deltek Vantagepoint.
• Develop project budgets and work plans in collaboration with Project Coordinators.
• Coordinate project billing with client accounting procedures, aligning with client needs in timing and format.
• Manage accounts receivable and support collections efforts to meet the firm's goal of payment within 30 days of deadlines.
• Plan, communicate, and execute project deliverables and milestones with the team.
• Regularly assess client goals and ensure the team executes the project to match that vision.
• Identify and communicate to clients additional services Cushing Terrell can provide.
• Strategically allocate team effort and reorganize resources when necessary to maintain project performance.
• Manage QA/QC processes from inception through completion, including quality management, research, and follow-up.
• Schedule regular reviews with the Principal in Charge and PM leadership.
• Manage project closeout activities and lead lessons-learned discussions.
• Develop and maintain internal and external client relationships.
• Identify and develop market opportunities and may lead project interviews.
• May have supervisory responsibilities including training, assigning and directing work, reviewing performance, rewarding and disciplining team members, addressing complaints, and resolving problems
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Client service

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture/Construction Administration

Tools

Revit

Deltek Vantagepoint

Project Management Software

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Outlook

Job description

Position Description

Cushing Terrell is seeking an Architectural Project Manager to join our Missoula office. In this role, you will provide a high level of leadership, management, and client service across a portfolio of commercial and residential projects. You will function as a trusted advisor to clients and team members, taking day-to-day responsibility for the firm's most significant projects from initiation through closeout.

Working closely with Principals, Project Architects, Engineers, and Consultants, you will lead project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and client communication while ensuring every project is delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with Cushing Terrell's quality standards. You will bring both strategic thinking and hands-on execution to the role, helping teams perform at their best while building long-term client relationships.

Position Salary Range*

The expected salary range for this position is $85,000 to $115,000 annually.

Required Qualifications**

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Construction Administration, or a related field
• 10+ years of job-related experience in architectural project management
• Experience managing commercial or residential projects, or both
• Current license/registration, PM certification, or equivalent in-house training
• Strong working knowledge of Revit, Project Management Software, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and Outlook
• Strong understanding of project budgeting, scheduling, contracts, and financial management
• Working knowledge of building codes, construction practices, and design processes
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with team members and clients

Preferred Qualifications**

• Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint or similar project management software
• Demonstrated track record of leading project interviews and supporting business development

Position Responsibilities***

• Prepare fee proposals, develop and negotiate contracts, and identify scope changes to prepare additional fee services agreements
• Collaborate with design leaders and other disciplines to produce and manage project budgets
• Ensure project profitability targets of 20% or higher are met or exceeded
• Review and reassess projects weekly to maintain earned value and ensure resources are properly utilized
• Initiate and maintain projects and opportunities in Deltek Vantagepoint
• Develop project budgets and work plans in collaboration with Project Coordinators
• Coordinate project billing with client accounting procedures, aligning with client needs in timing and format
• Manage accounts receivable and support collections efforts to meet the firm's goal of payment within 30 days of deadlines
• Plan, communicate, and execute project deliverables and milestones with the team
• Regularly assess client goals and ensure the team executes the project to match that vision
• Identify and communicate to clients additional services Cushing Terrell can provide
• Strategically allocate team effort and reorganize resources when necessary to maintain project performance
• Manage QA/QC processes from inception through completion, including quality management, research, and follow-up
• Schedule regular reviews with the Principal in Charge and PM leadership
• Manage project closeout activities and lead lessons-learned discussions
• Develop and maintain internal and external client relationships
• Identify and develop market opportunities and may lead project interviews
• May have supervisory responsibilities including training, assigning and directing work, reviewing performance, rewarding and disciplining team members, addressing complaints, and resolving problems
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws
• Other duties as assigned

Working at Cushing Terrell

Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.

Why Cushing Terrell

At Cushing Terrell, we empower creative designers to discover imaginative, responsible, first-of-their-kind environments. But more than that, we support a strong, cohesive team, from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, placing people at the center of our practice, thus our tagline, "design meets you." Together, we find joy in uncovering imaginative solutions for the people who work here, the people we work for, and the planet as a whole. We offer a competitive benefits package, work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets, and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team. View our Employee Benefits Guide: https://cushingterrell.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/CushingTerrell_BenefitsGuide_2026_rev.pdf

Things to Note

• Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate's years of experience, licensure status, location, level of proficiency, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
• The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach.

Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.

Note to recruitment agencies: Cushing Terrell does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Cushing Terrell without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Cushing Terrell.