Architectural Project Manager - Hybrid & Client-Facing Lead

C&S Companies; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

C&S Companies in Buffalo, NY is seeking an Architectural Project Manager to lead projects from programming to closeout, owning the big picture while guiding design and technical decisions. You’ll mentor teams, manage budgets and schedules, and serve as the main client contact.

The role emphasizes ownership, decision-making, and collaboration across a multidisciplinary team in a hybrid work environment, with opportunities for growth and impact.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional architectural experience.
• Strong architectural design and project management experience.
• Experience leading projects from concept through construction.
• Comprehensive understanding of design and construction documentation.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, teams, and consultants.
• Knowledge of building codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams and coordinate multidisciplinary consultants.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, resources, and quality.
• Serve as primary client contact.
• Guide projects through design, documentation, bidding, and construction.
• Protect design intent while balancing budget and schedule.
• Lead project planning, communication, and decision-making.
• Review design and technical documentation for quality.
• Participate in programming, feasibility studies, proposals, and BD.
• Mentor and support architects and designers.

Skills

Architectural experience

Project leadership

Communication skills

Client relationships

Education

Bachelor's or professional degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Job description

C&S Companies in Buffalo, NY is seeking an Architectural Project Manager to lead projects from programming to closeout, owning the big picture while guiding design and technical decisions. You’ll mentor teams, manage budgets and schedules, and serve as the main client contact.

The role emphasizes ownership, decision-making, and collaboration across a multidisciplinary team in a hybrid work environment, with opportunities for growth and impact.