Senior Architectural Project Manager

Weston & Sampson; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship opportunities

Flexible workplace

Growth opportunities

Ownership mindset

Job summary

Weston & Sampson seeks an Architectural Senior Project Manager for their Raleigh office, requiring 18+ years of experience. The role involves managing architectural design projects and leading teams from planning through construction.

Applicants must have strong technical and Revit skills, communication abilities, and an architectural license in North Carolina. The position offers a salary between $140,000 and $160,000 based on experience, along with meaningful benefits and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of substantial experience as a productive member of a project design team.
• Ability to function comfortably and deal effectively with a wide range of individuals.
• Proven ability in all phases of project development from schematic design to contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage architectural design projects and lead multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Conduct business development and meet with clients.
• Guide the development of junior staff and collaborate with internal teams.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Revit skills

Communication skills

Project management

Construction experience

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

Architectural License in North Carolina

Tools

REVIT/BIM

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Position

Weston and Sampson is seeking an Architectural Senior Project Manager with 18+ years of experience for our Apex or Raleigh, North Carolina office.

Responsibilities

• Manage architectural design projects for the Facility group’s clients, supporting the company’s other engineering discipline groups, and contributing to the expansion of the Facility group’s growing project base.
• Lead and support multi-disciplinary project teams in the planning and design of new and renovated facilities from programming and conceptual planning through construction document preparation and construction administration.
• Network with new and existing clients by responding to direct requests and/or proposals.
• Conduct business development, including writing proposals, meeting with clients, and preparing detailed scopes of work.
• Work directly with clients to establish project and programming needs.
• Support projects through budgeting and permitting processes, collaborating with estimators to prepare construction and project costs, leading the project through permitting agencies and committees, and assisting the client in acquiring funding through public hearings and meetings.
• Participate in professional organizations and internal committees and/or groups.
• Collaborate and build strong working relationships with internal multi-disciplinary teams.
• Mentor and guide the development of junior staff and contribute to the growth of the Architectural practice in the North Carolina region.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of substantial experience as a productive member of a project design team with strong technical and Revit skills.
• Ability to function comfortably, gain trust, confidence and deal effectively with a wide range of individuals including consultants, contractors and facilities project team members.
• Proven ability to function in all phases of project development from schematic design through contract administration.
• REVIT/BIM fluency mandatory; experience with AutoCAD desirable.
• Strong construction experience and knowledge of architectural technical detailing.
• Thorough knowledge of building codes.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to lead a project team and guide production of construction documents, including coordination with internal and external engineering disciplines.
• Professional degree required.
• Architectural License in North Carolina.
• Valid driver’s license.

Salary

$140,000 – $160,000 based on experience.

Benefits

• Meaningful work: Contribute to projects that protect and enhance the natural and built environments.
• Ownership mindset: As an employee-owner, your work directly contributes to our shared success.
• Growth opportunities: Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways.
• Flexible workplace: Work in a way that supports your life and not the other way around.
• Strong culture: Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition.

Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA)

We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. Weston & Sampson is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively support IDEA principles across our organization and in our daily work.