Project Manager

LMN Architects; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid Time Off (PTO) 3 weeks

9 holidays (incl. 2 floating)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Long-term Disability

Group Term Life Insurance

Job summary

LMN Architects in Seattle seeks a Project Manager to lead the design and delivery of architectural projects. The ideal candidate brings a strong design sensibility, excels at team leadership, and values a collaborative project environment.

In this salaried role, you will manage budgets, schedules, staffing, consultant coordination, and contracts; mentor team members; and support marketing and client presentations to help LMN deliver high‑quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture is required.
• 10+ years of professional experience across a range of architectural project types.
• Proven ability to build relationships and lead teams.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, staffing, and financial performance.
• Strong organizational skills with understanding of design and construction processes.
• Advanced knowledge of sustainability practices, integrated design, and LEED.
• Experience with alternative project delivery methods preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint and Microsoft Project is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and foster a collaborative working relationship across the project team, clients, and consultants
• Develop and manage project fee proposals, including detailed scopes and work plans
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, staffing, and consultant coordination
• Lead contract negotiation and administration
• Ensure clear, consistent communication across all project stakeholders
• Maintain quality control and ensure project documentation meets firm standards
• Support marketing and business development efforts, including proposal development and client presentations
• Mentor and support the professional development of team members
• Perform other duties as needed to support project and firm success

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Scheduling

Client relations

Contract administration

Team mentoring

MS Office (Excel)

Communication

Cross‑functional collaboration

Sustainability & LEED

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

LMN is seeking a Project Manager to lead the design and delivery of architectural projects. The ideal candidate brings a strong design sensibility, excels at team leadership, and values a collaborative project environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and foster a collaborative working relationship across the project team, clients, and consultants
• Develop and manage project fee proposals, including detailed scopes and work plans
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, staffing, and consultant coordination
• Lead contract negotiation and administration
• Ensure clear, consistent communication across all project stakeholders
• Maintain quality control and ensure project documentation meets firm standards
• Support marketing and business development efforts, including proposal development and client presentations
• Mentor and support the professional development of team members
• Perform other duties as needed to support project and firm success

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture required
• 10+ years of professional experience across a range of architectural project types
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and lead teams effectively
• Proven experience managing project budgets, schedules, staffing, and financial performance
• Strong organizational skills and thorough understanding of design and construction processes
• Advanced knowledge of sustainability practices, integrated design, and LEED
• Experience with alternative project delivery methods preferred
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, required
• Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint and Microsoft Project preferred

Office & Hybrid Hours

LMN’s standard work schedule is 40 hours per week. Employees collaborate in the office on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, while Fridays are hybrid workdays that allow employees to work in the office, from home, or another location of their choice. Core work hours are 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., providing flexibility for employees to structure their schedules around personal commitments and commuting.

Compensation

This is a salaried position with a pay range of $105,000 - $140,000. Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

LMN offers medical, dental, and vision insurance to employees and their families, along with an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Depending on the employee’s choice of health insurance coverage, a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and a Health Savings Account (HSA) are available, as well as a Dependent Care FSA for employees with eligible dependents. Employees are also covered by long-term disability insurance and group term life insurance. After meeting eligibility requirements, employees may enroll in the LMN 401(k) plan, which includes discretionary matching and profit-sharing contributions. Employees accrue a minimum of 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO) during their first year and observe 9 holidays, including 2 floating holidays.

About LMN

Located in downtown Seattle, LMN has dedicated our practice to the health and vitality of communities of all scales. We are a single office of talented professionals who are passionate about design and dedicated to collaboration. Working across a diversity of project typologies, LMN is internationally recognized for the planning and design of environments that elevate the social experience. In recognition of the quality of our work and professional leadership, LMN was the recipient of the 2016 AIA Architecture Firm Award, the highest national honor bestowed upon an architectural practice. More information on LMN is available on our website at www.lmnarchitects.com.

LMN expects all employees to support its equal employment opportunity policy and is committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can work in a productive, respectful, and professional environment. LMN does not tolerate discrimination against its employees on the basis of their race, sex/gender, religion/creed, political ideology, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, national origin, genetics/genetic markers, military or Veterans status, sexual orientation, actual or perceived status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.