Senior Project Manager

Green Key Resources; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager for a well-established Boston architecture firm. The role focuses on leading projects, managing client relationships, and overseeing multidisciplinary teams, taking ownership from planning through construction.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of post-graduate architectural experience and a Registered Architect license is preferred. Public safety and municipal project experience is highly valued, with strong leadership and Revit proficiency a plus.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of post-graduate architectural experience.
• Registered Architect preferred; licensure actively pursued may be considered.
• Strong experience with public safety and municipal projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall management and delivery of architectural projects from planning through construction administration.
• Serve as primary client contact, maintaining relationships and ensuring project goals and expectations are met.
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, staffing, and deliverables to keep projects on track and within scope.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams including internal staff and external engineering consultants.
• Provide leadership throughout all phases of design and construction, ensuring successful project execution.
• Oversee project documentation, quality control, and compliance with codes and standards.
• Work with Project Architects and design teams to ensure technical execution aligns with requirements.
• Lead project meetings, client presentations, and stakeholder coordination.
• Support Construction Administration with RFIs, submittals, and field issues.
• Mentor junior staff and foster a collaborative studio environment.
• Assist with project planning, resource allocation, and maintaining strong client relationships for ongoing work.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Leadership

Multidisciplinary team leadership

Public sector experience

Revit proficiency

Education

Registered Architect

Tools

Revit

Job description

A well-established architecture firm in Boston is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced architectural professional who enjoys leading projects, managing client relationships, and overseeing multidisciplinary teams while taking ownership of project delivery from initial planning through construction.

The firm has been practicing throughout New England for more than 50 years and has a strong portfolio of public, municipal, civic, and public safety projects. The environment is highly collaborative, with an emphasis on mentorship, professional development, and long-term growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall management and delivery of architectural projects from initial planning and design through construction administration
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring project goals and expectations are met
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, staffing, and deliverables, ensuring projects remain on track and within scope
• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, including internal architectural staff and external engineering consultants
• Provide leadership throughout all phases of design and construction, ensuring successful project execution
• Oversee project documentation, quality control, and compliance with applicable codes and standards
• Work closely with Project Architects and design teams to ensure technical execution aligns with project requirements
• Lead project meetings, client presentations, and coordination efforts with stakeholders
• Support projects through Construction Administration, including contractor coordination, RFIs, submittals, and construction-phase issues
• Mentor and support junior staff while contributing to a collaborative and supportive studio environment
• Assist with project planning, resource allocation, and maintaining strong client relationships for ongoing work

Qualifications

• 10+ years of post-graduate architectural experience, including significant project management responsibilities
• Registered Architect preferred; candidates actively pursuing licensure may also be considered
• Strong experience with public safety and/or municipal projects required, including police stations, fire stations, municipal buildings, or similar public-sector facilities
• Demonstrated experience managing architectural projects from design through construction
• Strong understanding of project budgets, schedules, contracts, staffing, and overall project delivery
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and coordinating engineering consultants
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and communicate effectively with project stakeholders
• Experience overseeing technical documentation, construction administration, and quality control
• Revit proficiency preferred, along with familiarity with architectural project management tools
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining project quality and client satisfaction

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join an established Boston firm with 50+ years of experience throughout New England
• Lead meaningful public safety, municipal, civic, and other public-sector projects
• Opportunity to take ownership of projects and serve as a key leader within the firm
• Strong, consistent pipeline of public-sector work
• Collaborative environment with accessible leadership and an emphasis on mentorship and professional development
• Opportunity to focus on project management and delivery without the expectation of handling everything from business development through execution
• Hybrid schedule with 3 days per week in the office
• Competitive compensation and year-end bonus
• Supportive team environment with an emphasis on work-life balance and long-term employee growth