Community Studio Project Manager — Lead Design & Impact

Little; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Little, a design firm in Charleston, SC, is seeking a Project Manager to lead community-centered projects in higher education and K-12. You will guide planning, design, and coordination with architects and engineers, while nurturing a healthy studio culture and collaboration across disciplines.

You will lead with autonomy, manage complex projects, and contribute to the growth and impact of the team. This role offers visible ownership and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Architecture.
• 8+ years of experience in Community projects (Higher Ed, K 12, Civic/Justice), with strong K 12 PM experience.
• Architectural registration.
• Intermediate Revit proficiency.
• A demonstrated commitment to building and sustaining a healthy, inclusive, collaborative studio culture.

Responsibilities

• Join a studio of passionate professionals committed to community-centered design.
• Lead with autonomy. Trusted to guide teams, make decisions, and shape project outcomes.
• Enjoy variety each day in planning, designing, coordinating, problem solving, and inspiring.
• Lead interdisciplinary teams of architects and engineers.
• Steward the entire project journey from concept through construction administration.
• Own outcomes with full support for your professional growth.
• Step into meaningful opportunity for leadership and advancement.

Skills

Strong team leadership

Clear communication

Design sensibility

Sustainability mindset

Community-centered design

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Architecture

Architectural registration

Tools

Revit

Job description

Little, a design firm in Charleston, SC, is seeking a Project Manager to lead community-centered projects in higher education and K-12. You will guide planning, design, and coordination with architects and engineers, while nurturing a healthy studio culture and collaboration across disciplines.

You will lead with autonomy, manage complex projects, and contribute to the growth and impact of the team. This role offers visible ownership and opportunities for advancement.