Senior Architect & Project Manager - Flexible/Remote

Dakota DesignStaff, Inc.; Woburn (MA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

Dakota DesignStaff, Inc. is seeking a Senior Architect | Project Manager to lead design-driven projects in Boston, MA.

You will guide projects from programming through construction, coordinating with clients, consultants, and an experienced architectural team to deliver thoughtful, sustainable design. The role emphasizes project management and project architecture, requiring strong leadership, communication, and technical skills, plus a commitment to building code compliance and high-quality

Qualifications

• 10 to 15+ years of professional architectural experience.
• Licensed Architect (RA) preferred.
• Experience leading projects through all phases of design and construction.
• Experience with educational, municipal, institutional, or other public-sector projects.
• Strong understanding of building codes, construction methods, and public bidding processes.
• Proficiency with ArchiCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects through programming, design, documentation, bidding, and construction.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and consultant coordination.
• Maintain design continuity while ensuring successful project delivery.
• Serve as the primary contact for clients, municipalities, and school districts.
• Lead presentations, public meetings, and stakeholder discussions.
• Build consensus among user groups and community partners.
• Guide design solutions that balance functionality, sustainability, and long-term value.
• Oversee construction documents and technical quality.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and construction standards.
• Develop creative, client-focused architectural solutions.
• Construction Administration
• Mentor junior architects and project staff

Skills

Project management

Client liaison

Construction documentation

Leadership

Public presentations

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

ArchiCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Dakota DesignStaff, Inc. is seeking a Senior Architect | Project Manager to lead design-driven projects in Boston, MA.

You will guide projects from programming through construction, coordinating with clients, consultants, and an experienced architectural team to deliver thoughtful, sustainable design. The role emphasizes project management and project architecture, requiring strong leadership, communication, and technical skills, plus a commitment to building code compliance and high-quality