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# Senior Project Manager, Architecture

- **Company:** Stantec
- **Location:** Austin, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Autodesk Revit, Project Management Software, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/99C4462BD7C44B25A9173755B082065E/job/

## About the Role

* Demonstrated success managing large, complex architectural projects through all phases of design and construction.
 * Proven ability to develop and maintain long-term client relationships while supporting business development and pursuit efforts.
 * Strong understanding of project financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, resource planning, invoicing, and profitability.
 * Comprehensive knowledge of building systems, construction methods, accessibility requirements, life safety codes, and applicable building codes.
 * Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
 * Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities while maintaining exceptional quality and client service.
 * Collaborative leadership style with the ability to inspire and motivate multidisciplinary project teams.
 * Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities with sound professional judgment.
 * Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Newforma; experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and project management software is preferred.

Education and Experience

 * Bachelor's degree in Architecture required; Master's degree preferred.
 * Registered Architect (RA) required.
 * 10+ years of progressively responsible architectural experience, including leadership of complex building projects.
 * Demonstrated project management experience across multiple project phases and building types.
 * Experience with higher education, civic, public, healthcare, workplace, science and technology, or other complex institutional projects is preferred.
 * Experience leading multidisciplinary consultant teams and construction administration is highly desirable.
 * LEED Green Associate or LEED AP is preferred.

## Description

As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead multidisciplinary teams through every phase of project delivery while serving as a trusted advisor to clients. You will collaborate closely with Principals-in-Charge to cultivate client relationships, support strategic pursuits, mentor emerging leaders, and contribute to the continued growth of our practice.

We're looking for a collaborative leader who combines strong technical expertise with exceptional communication, sound business judgment, and a passion for delivering design excellence.

Your Key Responsibilities

 * Lead multiple large, complex architectural projects through all phases of design and construction.
 * Serve as the primary day-to-day client contact, fostering strong relationships built on trust, responsiveness, and technical excellence.
 * Collaborate with Principals-in-Charge on business development activities, client positioning, proposal preparation, interviews, and project pursuits.
 * Develop and manage project work plans, schedules, budgets, staffing plans, and financial performance.
 * Lead multidisciplinary project teams, coordinating architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and owner representatives.
 * Monitor project scope, schedule, and budget while proactively identifying and mitigating project risks.
 * Ensure projects meet client goals for program, budget, schedule, quality, and design intent.
 * Facilitate project meetings, owner meetings, consultant coordination meetings, and construction progress meetings.
 * Manage contract administration, including change orders, additional services, applications for payment, and project documentation.
 * Ensure compliance with Stantec's Project Management Framework and quality management processes.
 * Work closely with Operations and Practice Leadership to forecast staffing needs and allocate project resources.
 * Mentor Assistant Project Managers and emerging professionals while fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
 * Keep the Principal-in-Charge informed of project status, key decisions, financial performance, and client issues throughout the project lifecycle.
 * Lead project closeout activities, ensuring successful project delivery and client satisfaction.