Executive Project Director, Commercial & Multifamily

LVI Associates; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates seeks an accomplished Project Director to provide executive-level leadership for complex architectural programs in commercial, office, and multifamily sectors. The role emphasizes client relationship stewardship, strategic growth, and robust financial governance across a portfolio of high-value projects.

The candidate will bring 20–30+ years of experience, hold an architectural license, and demonstrate a track record of guiding teams from pursuit through occupancy, ensuring design

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed architect with extensive leadership experience.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale commercial/office/multifamily projects.
• Strong client relationship management and business development skills.
• Experience negotiating contracts and managing project risk.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for complex architectural projects and strategic client accounts.
• Oversee project delivery, budgets, schedules, and quality across multiple projects.
• Mentor Project Managers and senior staff; develop leadership within the team.
• Maintain and grow client relationships to generate repeat business opportunities.
• Lead negotiations of owner and consultant contracts and manage risk.

Skills

Executive leadership

Client relationship management

Financial acumen

Contract negotiation

Team development

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

Architectural Registration

Tools

BIM (Revit)

PM software

Job description

LVI Associates seeks an accomplished Project Director to provide executive-level leadership for complex architectural programs in commercial, office, and multifamily sectors. The role emphasizes client relationship stewardship, strategic growth, and robust financial governance across a portfolio of high-value projects.

The candidate will bring 20–30+ years of experience, hold an architectural license, and demonstrate a track record of guiding teams from pursuit through occupancy, ensuring design