Architectural Project Manager – Buildings Leader

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid holidays and vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Stantec’s Austin studio is seeking a Project Manager to lead architectural projects from planning through construction, coordinating architects, engineers and designers to deliver quality design solutions in Texas. You will manage scope, schedule, budget and client communications across complex higher education, civic, healthcare and workplace projects.

Join a collaborative team that values leadership, clarity, and proactive problem-solving as you mentor junior staff and support business

Qualifications

Demonstrated experience managing architectural projects through multiple phases of design and construction.
Strong understanding of project budgeting, scheduling, resource planning, and financial management.
Excellent knowledge of building systems, construction methods, accessibility requirements, life safety codes, and applicable building codes.
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary consultant teams and complex project deliverables.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Collaborative leadership style with the ability to motivate and coordinate diverse project teams.
Sound judgment, problem-solving skills, and the ability to proactively resolve project issues.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Newforma. Experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and project management software is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage architectural projects through all phases of design, documentation, construction administration, and project closeout.
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including architects, engineers, interior designers, specialty consultants, contractors, and owner representatives.
Develop and manage project work plans, schedules, budgets, staffing plans, and project financial performance.
Maintain regular communication with clients to ensure project goals, expectations, and deliverables are achieved.
Collaborate with Principals-in-Charge in project planning, client presentations, proposal development, and interview preparation.
Lead project coordination meetings, consultant meetings, owner meetings, and construction progress meetings.
Monitor project scope, schedule, and budget while proactively identifying and resolving project challenges.
Manage project contracts, additional services, change orders, requests for information (RFIs), submittals, applications for payment, and other construction administration activities.
Review project documents for technical accuracy and participate in QA/QC reviews.
Ensure compliance with Stantec's Project Management Framework, quality standards, and project documentation requirements.
Coordinate staffing needs with Practice Leadership and Operations to support successful project delivery.
Mentor Assistant Project Managers and emerging professionals by providing guidance, coaching, and technical leadership.
Keep the Principal-in-Charge informed of project progress, financial performance, client feedback, and project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
Support business development efforts by participating in client meetings, proposal preparation, interviews, and relationship-building activities.