Project Lead managing architectural projects from contract through construction for a design-forward firm. Leading a team in a collaborative environment focused on education and community projects.
Responsibilities
Lead architectural projects from contract through construction, acting as the main point of contact for clients and representing the firm’s process and values.
Own project scope, schedule, and fees, including staffing plans and overall project profitability.
Guide and mentor project teams of architects and designers, providing direction while staying close to the work.
Coordinate with engineering and specialty consultants, ensuring alignment between internal teams and external partners.
Oversee construction administration activities, including RFIs, submittals, site visits, and field reports.
Draft and manage professional services agreements and standard AIA contracts.
Facilitate internal and external meetings—setting agendas, documenting decisions, and driving follow-through.
Support and help refine project delivery workflows and tools as the firm continues to grow.
Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture; licensure preferred.
Approximately 8–10+ years of architectural project experience, with at least 5 years in a project management or project lead role.
Experience leading projects through construction administration, ideally in K–12 education and related community-focused sectors; bond work experience is a plus.
Strong understanding of project delivery, A/E fee structures, staffing, and project financials.
Comfortable working with tools like Bluebeam, Google Workspace, and project planning/tracking software (such as Monograph).
Clear, confident communicator who can build trust with clients, internal teams, consultants, and contractors.
Organized, proactive problem-solver who can think on their feet and enjoys being both client-facing and hands-on with the work.
Collaborative, approachable, and energized by working in a close-knit studio environment where culture and relationships matter.
Benefits
Leadership is intentional about planning workloads to avoid chronic overtime
Real voice in how work gets done and how processes evolve
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