Senior Project Architect / Project Manager - Federal

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 141,600 - 212,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan with employee stock purchase program

Paid family leave and vacation days

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. is looking for an experienced Senior Architect / Project Manager to lead the Indo-Pacific delivery hub in Seattle, WA. The role involves managing projects ranging from $30 million to over $1 billion, focusing on high-performance outcomes across the regions.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in architecture, US architecture licenses, and 15 years of experience in project management. This position combines leadership, business development, and project execution responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of project management experience in AE Services and Design-Build projects.
• Strong skills in team leadership and motivation.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality project documents and manage project finances.
• Lead project management and execution, ensuring design excellence.
• Mentor and motivate project teams, leading project coordination.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Knowledge of AE projects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture

Licensed United States architect; Washington state licensure preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Project

Autodesk Revit

BIM management

Job description

Stantec’s Federal Buildings group seeks an experienced Senior Architect / Project Manager to lead the growth of our Indo‑Pacific delivery and execution hub in Seattle, WA. The role manages projects ranging from $30 million to over $1 billion in construction value, delivering high-performance, cost‑effective outcomes across the West and Indo‑Pacific regions.

Responsibilities

Project Management and Execution

• Deliver quality project documents.
• Develop project‑specific management plans, execution plans, communications plans, quality control plans, and risk management plans.
• Plan, organize, and direct the work throughout the life of the project to successfully deliver the project to the client.
• Lead project management and execution, promoting design excellence and sustainability.
• Manage project finances using Earned Value Management (EVM). Monitor project spending with budget and schedule adherence.
• Keep the Principal in Charge informed of project expectations, potential issues, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Maintain client relationships; lead stakeholder meetings and maintain all project records.
• Ensure the project design meets the client's budget, schedule, program, and design intent.
• Assist the Principal‑in‑Charge in negotiating and developing project agreements.
• Develop and manage project budget, schedule, and overall work plan to achieve target financial performance.
• Oversee development of building documentation in modeling software such as Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD.
• Mentor Assistant Project Managers and motivate project teams.
• Guarantee timely completion of Project Management Framework tasks and proper documentation.
• Lead project coordination and owner/site meetings with internal team members, external consultants, owners, and contractors.
• Manage and track change orders, contractor payment applications, and other contractual modifications impacting budget and schedule.
• Work with the Operations Manager to determine staffing needs and recommend personnel.
• Direct client invoicing and manage collections.
• Negotiate and develop various contract and project delivery types, including but not limited to design‑build, design‑bid‑build, and progressive design‑build.
• Manage quality control of design, construction documents, and construction administration.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, security, and environmental requirements.

Leadership and Team Development

• Uphold Stantec Core Values: integrity, people‑first focus, collaboration, and shared achievement.
• Keep the Principal informed of project progress, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Mentor, motivate, and manage high‑performing, integrated teams.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across disciplines.

Business Development

• Lead and support pursuit efforts, including strategy, proposal development, presentations, and client interviews.
• Proactively market and cross‑sell company services to acquire new clients and commissions, and develop industry relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture.
• Licensed United States architect; Washington state licensure preferred.
• U.S. citizenship required for project.
• Minimum of 15 years of project management experience in AE Services and Design‑Build projects, including GC construction phases.
• Familiarity with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC).
• DoD project management experience, particularly with NAVFAC and USACE.
• Knowledge of all phases of AE projects and various delivery methods.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities effectively.
• Skilled in facilitating internal and external project team meetings, monitoring, tracking, and resolving issues.
• Team player with a collaborative approach with clients, project teams, and contractors.
• Effective negotiator and communicator.
• Adaptive and strategic thinker.
• Strong skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project; experience with Revit and BIM management preferred.
• Ability to travel regionally.

Pay Range

• Locations in WA, DC & various CA, MA areas: $141,600.00 – $212,400.00 annually.

Benefits Summary

• Medical, dental, and vision plans; wellness program; health savings accounts; flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) plan with employee stock purchase program; life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability plans; emergency travel benefits; tuition reimbursement; professional membership fee coverage.
• Paid family leave; ten paid holidays per calendar year; 10–20 days of accrued vacation per year; paid sick leave (subject to state and local law).
• For temporary/casual employees: 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave in accordance with state and local law.
• Union positions benefit to the extent governed by collective bargaining agreements.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.