Project Manager / Architect – Higher Education

HCBeck, LTD.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Free dedicated financial coach

Paid family leave

Health discounts on medical premiums

Free health screenings

Job summary

HCBeck, LTD. is seeking an experienced Project Manager / Architect to join our practice in Atlanta, specializing in higher education facilities. This individual will lead complex campus projects, manage client relationships, and contribute to our higher education studio's growth.

We expect candidates to have a passion for project delivery, excellent communication skills, and a minimum of 8 years of experience in healthcare architecture. The role offers competitive benefits, including a 401k match and paid family leave.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant healthcare architecture experience.
• College graduate with relevant NAAB accredited degree.
• Professional registration required.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, and delivery of higher education facilities.
• Serve as primary client contact for higher education clients.
• Support strategic growth of higher education practice.

Skills

Healthcare architecture experience

Client engagement skills

Project leadership

Business development

Mentoring

Education

NAAB accredited degree

Job description

Who We Are

The Beck Group, the largest and most innovative integrated building firm in the country, is focused on delivering design and construction excellence on a broad range of project types. Headquartered in downtown Dallas, with offices in Atlanta, Austin, Charlotte, Denver, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Worth, Mexico City, and Tampa, we believe a better process and outcome results from working together. At Beck, you will find yourself surrounded by passionate colleagues who have a collaborative mindset and care about each other.

What You Bring To The Table

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager / Architect with a passion for higher education facilities to join our growing practice in Atlanta, GA. This individual will play a key role in leading complex campus projects, managing client relationships, and helping grow our higher education studio.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership

• Lead planning, design, and delivery of higher education facilities including academic buildings, research facilities, student life spaces, and campus infrastructure.
• Manage projects from programming through construction administration.
• Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary consultant teams.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to project architects and designers.

Client Engagement

• Serve as a primary client contact for higher education clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with campus leadership, facilities teams, and stakeholders.
• Lead presentations, workshops, and design discussions with university leadership and user groups.

Business Development

• Support strategic growth of the higher education practice.
• Participate in proposal development, interviews, and pursuit strategies.
• Identify new opportunities and strengthen relationships with existing clients.
• Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and campus engagements.

Studio Leadership

• Contribute to the leadership and culture of the studio.
• Mentor emerging staff and foster professional development.
• Help guide project staffing and studio workflow.
• Collaborate with firm leadership on practice strategy and market growth.

Who We Think Will Be A Great Fit

A reliable Architectural Project Manager will have the ability to lead all aspects of a project while maintaining owner relationships, setting expectations for the owner and the project team, selling Beck, and encouraging repeat business from our clients.

They exhibit a passion to get things done and possess uncompromising authenticity and integrity. If you are an individual with an interest in the Integrated Project Delivery method with a desire to be innovative in process improvement and technology, you will be an ideal fit for this position.

Requirements

• 8+ years of relevant healthcare architecture experience
• College graduate with relevant, NAAB accredited degree
• Professional registration

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to sit, stand, and move about the office; frequently moving outdoors may be required.
• Ability to lift and carry large plans or boxes in excess of 10 lbs.
• Frequently operates a computer and other office equipment; ability to coordinate and participate in client meetings; constantly communicates with project team and related parties; ability to maintain standards related to architectural design and production.
• Ability to adhere to timely and consistent attendance.
• May require travel or co/location.

Beck’s Benefits

In addition to robust coverage for medical, dental, vision, life & disability benefits, Beck is pleased to offer its team members:

• 401k match and free SmartDollar program for financial wellness
• Free dedicated financial coach
• Personal health & fitness program for tracking activities & earning rewards
• Paid family leave
• Health discounts on medical premiums
• Free comprehensive health screenings
• Free health coach program for weight‑loss & hypertension management
• Financial & behavioral support for family forming journeys (ex. fertility, adoption, pregnancy, and parenthood)
• Free life coach
• Pet insurance discount
• Organized projects and events to support our communities

The Beck Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.