Higher Education Architecture Project Leader

Carnegie; Westford (MA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Carnegie is seeking a Project Manager to lead architectural projects for higher education clients from campus planning through construction. You will serve as the primary liaison with clients, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery while coordinating internal teams and external consultants.

The role balances project architect responsibilities with technical leadership, offering opportunities to shape the student experience through design within a collaborative, small-firm environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from a NAAB-accredited program.
• 10+ years of experience on commercial projects in the United States; higher education experience required.
• Registered U.S. Architect; NCARB certification; LEED® AP desired.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license for travel; travel within the United States ~30–50%.

Responsibilities

• Leads architectural projects for higher education clients across the country from planning to construction.
• Acts as primary liaison with clients to ensure satisfaction, timely delivery, and budget alignment.
• Prepares and manages project proposals and AIA contracts; develops preliminary budgets.
• Coordinates consultants and internal teams; oversees design through construction.
• Executes QA/QC, BIM standards, and design documentation per project.
• Mentors staff and fosters a collaborative studio culture in various work environments.

Skills

Architectural knowledge

Project management

Client liaison

Team leadership

Budget & scheduling

Education

NAAB-accredited degree in Architecture

Tools

REVIT

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Bluebeam

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Carnegie is seeking a Project Manager to lead architectural projects for higher education clients from campus planning through construction. You will serve as the primary liaison with clients, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery while coordinating internal teams and external consultants.

The role balances project architect responsibilities with technical leadership, offering opportunities to shape the student experience through design within a collaborative, small-firm environment.