Senior Project Manager - Architecture & Design Leader

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec’s Austin studio seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex architectural projects and grow our Texas integrated design practice. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and mentor rising leaders while ensuring design excellence and profitability.

You’ll collaborate with Principals-in-Charge on pursuits, maintain program and budget goals, and drive project delivery from concept to closeout in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing large, complex architectural projects through all phases of design and construction.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain long-term client relationships and pursue new business.
• Strong financial management including budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, and profitability.
• Knowledge of building systems, construction methods, accessibility and life safety codes.
• Leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities while maintaining quality.
• LEED credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple large, complex architectural projects through all phases of design and construction.
• Serve as primary day-to-day client contact, fostering strong relationships built on trust and technical excellence.
• Collaborate on business development activities, client positioning, proposals, interviews, and pursuits.
• Develop and manage project work plans, schedules, budgets, staffing, and financial performance.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and owners.

Skills

Large complex projects

Client relationships

Financial management

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling & resources

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Newforma

Revit

Bluebeam

PM software

Job description

Stantec’s Austin studio seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead complex architectural projects and grow our Texas integrated design practice. You will guide multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and mentor rising leaders while ensuring design excellence and profitability.

You’ll collaborate with Principals-in-Charge on pursuits, maintain program and budget goals, and drive project delivery from concept to closeout in a fast-paced environment.