Project Manager- Architect

Calqulate; Topeka (KS); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 140.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Calqulate is seeking a Project Manager to lead architectural initiatives from concept through construction closeout, guiding schedules, budgets, communication, and quality. You will mentor professionals, coordinate multidisciplinary teams including architects, interior designers, and consultants, and ensure the design intent is built as envisioned while maintaining client satisfaction.

Responsibilities include managing scope, risks, permits, QA/QC, and supporting business development while

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field.
• 8+ years of architectural experience.
• At least 2 years leading projects or teams.
• Registered Architect (RA).
• Proficient with MS Project, Excel, Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Photoshop.

Responsabilidades

• Own the project lifecycle from concept through closeout.
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget; forecast fees and address risks and changes.
• Serve as primary client liaison; deliver regular updates and ensure excellent client experience.
• Coordinate architects, interior designers, and consultants to maintain design cohesion and technical accuracy.
• Assist with proposals, negotiate consultant agreements, track contract compliance, and support business development.
• Oversee QA/QC reviews, code analysis, permitting documentation, and adherence to firm standards.
• Lead construction administration: review submittals, RFIs, COs; conduct site visits and field reports.
• Identify risks early and implement mitigation strategies.
• Maintain organized project files, meeting notes, and decision logs.
• Mentor staff and foster a collaborative, accountable team environment.
• Suggest process improvements and uphold our core values.

Conocimientos

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Time management

Organizational skills

Empathy

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Registered Architect (RA)

Herramientas

MS Project

Excel

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Photoshop

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

As a Project Manager, you’ll be the point person from concept through construction closeout - driving schedules, budgets, communication, and quality. You’ll guide multidisciplinary teams, manage client expectations, coordinate consultants, and ensure our design intent is built as envisioned. You’ll also mentor emerging professionals and champion our culture every step of the way.

What You’ll Do

• Own the project lifecycle: Lead planning, programming, design development, construction documents, bidding/negotiation, construction administration, and closeout.
• Manage scope, schedule, and budget: Develop work plans, track milestones, forecast fees, review invoices, and proactively address risks and changes.
• Serve as primary client liaison: Set expectations, lead presentations, deliver consistent updates, and ensure excellent client experience.
• Coordinate the team: Direct architects, interior designers, and consultants (structural, MEP, civil, etc.) to maintain design cohesion and technical accuracy.
• Handle contracts & proposals: Assist with proposals, negotiate consultant agreements, track contract compliance, and support business development presentations.
• Ensure quality & compliance: Oversee QA/QC reviews, code analysis, permitting documentation, and adherence to firm standards and industry best practices.
• Lead construction administration: Review submittals, respond to RFIs, issue ASIs/PRs/COs, conduct site visits and punch lists, and author field observation reports.
• Risk Management: Work proactively to identify risks in the project and provide project planning and mitigation strategies to eliminate or reduce the potential risk.
• Document rigorously: Maintain organized project files, meeting minutes, decision logs, and status reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentor and manage staff: Delegate tasks, support professional development, and foster a collaborative, accountable team environment.
• Adapt and improve: Embrace evolving priorities, suggest process improvements, and live our core values daily.

What You’ll Bring

Required

• Bachelor’s degree or degree in Architecture
• 8+ years of architectural experience, with at least 2 years leading projects or teams.
• Registered Architect (RA)
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Strong planning, communication, and mentoring skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project) and PDF mark-up tools (e.g., Bluebeam).
• Alignment with our core values: People First, Be Humble–Be Confident, Go Big, Build Excellence, Commit to Ethics.

Skills & Competencies

Soft Skills:

• Team Mentality
• Leadership skills to motivate, mentor, and guide diverse teams.
• Organizational skills
• Ability for Empathy and understanding

Hard Skills:

• Excellent project management skills, including proficiency in tools like MS Project, Excel, Revit, AutoCAD, Sketchup, Photoshop, and similar platforms.
• Financial Acumen and cost control
• Strong speaking abilities to convey information and collaborate effectively
• Time management
• Risk management
• Stakeholder Management
• Project Management Certifications (Desired but Not Required)