Every successful design project needs a project manager. From overseeing the design and construction process to site preparation, an architectural project manager must not only have the technical design skills but ability to lead an entire project operation. Below are 10 firms throughout the US, from San Francisco to Newark, looking for highly qualified architects who have a passion for project planning and leadership.

Cunningham Group Architecture, Inc. seeks a Project Manager
Location: Las Vegas, NV
The Project Manager will play a key role in helping build our Hospitality and Workplace business through project leadership and Client management.  As the primary point of contact, the Project Manager shall be responsible for coordination of the project between Cuningham Group and its clients and consultants.  The Project Manager will be responsible for coordination of the design and technical efforts of the project team members and the integration of architecture, engineering, interiors and landscape disciplines. Candidate should have a bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in architecture or a related field. A minimum of five years of experience managing Hospitality, Workplace and Mixed-Use projects for a design firm is ideal. 

RG - Architecture, Inc. seeks an Architectural Project Manager
Location: San Francisco, CA
Successful candidates will have the opportunity to manage a team and to assume responsibility for scheduling, coordinating and administration of projects from start to finish. As an integral part of a team of 7-10 people, candidates must have excellent design, communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work independently. We are located in an open office of our own design on South Van Ness just blocks from the 16th Street BART station and the Mission neighborhood.

Ana Williamson Architect seeks a Project Manager
Location: Menlo Park, CA
The ideal candidate will be in charge of management of custom residential projects including collaborating with project team on design and acting as the lead on project communications with clients, contractors and consultants. Collaborate on design direction for projects and check quality assurance for all project deliverables. They will development of project schedules and budgets, managing deadlines for the internal team and consultants. The candidate will also manage AWA staff in the production of as-builts, presentation drawings, plans, 3-D models (sketch-up or BIM models and physical models), schematic plans and permit/construction drawings to name a few.

Ware Malcomb seeks a Senior Project Manager
Location: Newark, NJ
Senior Project Managers are responsible for the successful management of multiple architecture projects whilst leading and mentoring assigned staff. Project Managers lead the consultants and internal resources, oversee the development of contract documents, adhere to budgets, facilitate contracts, construction site representation and are a primary client contact throughout the life of a project. They must have 10+ years of experience in the field of Architecture working on commercial and / or industrial projects and a bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or related field.

Stride Resourcing seeks a Junior Project Manager
Location: New York, NY
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ overall experience with previous Project management responsibility. Minimum degree in Bachelor of Architecture/Interior Design. Be a capable designer and project manager as you will fulfill a dual role. Previous experience in very high-end residential projects; ideally ground-up and interior renovations. The candidate must be proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe CS and experience in Rhino is a major plus.

Populous seeks a Project Manager
Location: Norman, OK
The preferred candidate will have an interest in working in a dynamic and collaborative global design environment with a diverse range of public assembly building types; including the design of sports venues, convention centers, community buildings and transportation facilities. The project manager will manage project budget, work plans, consultants and schedule. Communicate key deliverable dates to project team. Track fees and costs for conformance to contract. Participate in the preparation and execution of subcontracts for consultants and participate in select marketing and business development opportunities just to name a few. 

Jill Neubauer Architects seeks an Architectural Project Manager
Location: Falmouth, MA
Some responsibilities include coordinating all phases and aspects of multiple small to large-scale custom residential projects.Prepares strategic plans for project success working with Principal on design direction. Responsible for coordination of all project efforts, administrative and technical to ensure the most efficient execution of assigned projects. Responsible for interpreting, organizing, executing and coordinating assignments; finished plans and specifications; and materials. Serves as the liaison to Principal, staff, client, and builder to bring the schedule, budgets, and scope of work to completion and to the client’s satisfaction.

Steering House Design and Development seeks a Project Manager
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Qualified candidates will be comfortable in a fast-paced, high pressure work environment to oversee roughly 30,000 square feet of new and existing construction spread over a few job sites at any given time. Some responsibilities include define and manage project goals, budgets and schedules and ensure deadlines are being met. Review plans for completeness and generate RFI’s where necessary. Produce RFP’s, negotiate contracts to our advantage, manage vendors and contracts with sub-contractors

KCBA Architects seeks a Project Manager
Location: Hatfield, PA
The right candidate is a detail-oriented multi-tasker with excellent management and communication skills and experience in all phases of the project development process from conceptual planning through construction administration. Architectural registration and LEED accreditation are desired but not required. Experience with Sketchup, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite is preferred.

JCJ Architecture seeks a Senior Project Manager
Location: Hartford, CT
The Sr. Project Manager is expected to provide day-to-day leadership of the project team, and is expected to reinforce the authority of the Design Leader and Document Team Leader on assigned projects to achieve the project goals. Report regularly to Managing Director to maintain up-to-date information upon which to make decisions. Other responsibilities include project planning, project execution, and develop billing projections to name a few.