Senior Architecture Project Manager - Education, Science, Sport

HDR; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Atlanta to lead and coordinate high‑complex, multi‑discipline projects in our Higher Education, Science, and Sport Architecture Practice. You will collaborate with design teams, clients, and contractors across the United States to deliver sustainable facilities and enhanced quality of life in communities.

You will manage academic buildings, research labs, student life facilities, and athletic venues, ensuring on‑time, within‑budget delivery while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture and Registered Architect credential.
• 10 years related experience with minimum 5 years PM experience.
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams on complex projects.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project).

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate work of single or multi-discipline teams through project lifecycle.
• Take responsibility for large multidiscipline projects with high technical complexity.
• Produce and coordinate multiple projects concurrently.
• Establish and maintain client relations and participate in meetings.
• Conduct work sessions for deliverable development with staff and stakeholders.
• Coordinate staffing, workload, and ensure deliverables meet schedules.
• Track financials and adjust effort to meet budget and schedule.
• Support QA/QC procedures and mentor junior PMs.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client relations

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Registered Architect

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe architecture is more than designing buildings, it’s about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them. We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.

HDR is looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our Higher Education, Science, and Sport Architecture Practice in Atlanta. In this role, you will contribute to projects that are vital to communities, spanning a variety of facility types including academic buildings, research and laboratory environments, student life and recreation facilities, and athletic and performance venues. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary design teams, clients, and contractors across the United States to create facilities that address climate and resource challenges, deliver sustainable solutions, and enhance quality of life in the communities we serve. On a day-to-day basis, we’ll count on you to:

• Direct and coordinate work of single or multidiscipline teams throughout the project's lifecycle (from development & initiation to close-out).
• Take responsibility for all aspects of large multidiscipline projects or medium-sized projects with high degree of technical complexity, involving a large project staff.
• Produce and coordinate several projects concurrently.
• Establish and maintain client relations, and be involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings.
• Conduct work sessions for deliverable development in conjunction with other staff and stakeholders.
• Coordinate staffing and workload through entire project life cycle and ensure completion of deliverables on schedule.
• Track financial aspects of projects, and coordinate / adjust work efforts with team to ensure that work is completed within parameters of agreed-to budget and schedule.
• Work with the Accounting, Operational and Business leadership for periodic project reviews.
• Implement QA/QC procedures.
• Supervise large project staffs and act as mentor for less-experienced Project Managers.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP certification
• 5 years’ experience of working on higher education, science/research, academic, or athletic facilities architecture projects
• LEED Accreditation with experience and/or interest in sustainable and regenerative design practices, including low-carbon and healthy materials, LEED, SDGs, and the Living Building Challenge (LBC)
• Familiarity with wellness and design excellence frameworks, such as Fitwel, WELL, and the AIA Framework for Design Excellence
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively in a team environment
• Local candidates are preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture
• 10 years related experience
• A minimum 5 years project management experience
• Registered Architect
• Must be able to lead a team on projects
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
• Knowledge and experience within the local and regional market
• Good planning and mentoring skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States-Georgia-Atlanta Industry: Architecture Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: EdSciSport ARC Job Posting: Aug 5, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmentary Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.