Senior Architectural Project Lead — Remote (Chicago)

ESPO Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Group Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k after waiting periods

Job summary

ESPO Corporation seeks a Senior Architectural Project Manager for a remote-capable role. Local to the Chicago area, you will lead complex architectural projects, coordinate with clients and team members, review drawings, and provide hands-on detailing support to meet critical deadlines.

You should have 10+ years in architecture, strong project management skills, and proficiency with AutoCAD, COMCheck, and building codes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in architecture preferred.
• Experience in project management; manage time and expectations for self and team.
• Clear communication and coordination with internal and external team members.
• Professionally represent the firm to clients and contractors.
• Review drawings and specifications for accuracy and quality.
• Provide hands-on detailing support to meet deadlines.
• Mentor junior staff and stay current with industry trends.
• Strong understanding of building science and applying codes.
• Experience with COMCheck and permitting processes.
• Willingness to travel for overnight site visits.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural projects from concept through completion.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and contractors to meet deadlines.
• Review and annotate drawings and specifications for accuracy.
• Provide detailing support and mentorship to junior staff.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Team coordination

Mentoring

Problem solving

Adaptability

Client coordination

Attention to detail

Building science understanding

Reading drawings and specs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

COMCheck

Building codes (energy codes)

Permitting workflows

Life safety & ADA compliance

Job description

ESPO Corporation seeks a Senior Architectural Project Manager for a remote-capable role. Local to the Chicago area, you will lead complex architectural projects, coordinate with clients and team members, review drawings, and provide hands-on detailing support to meet critical deadlines.

You should have 10+ years in architecture, strong project management skills, and proficiency with AutoCAD, COMCheck, and building codes.