Architectural Project Manager

Colliers Engineering & Design • Seattle, WA

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About The Position

MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design, is seeking an Architectural Project Manager for its Client Programs Market team in Seattle, Washington. The role leads global and national building programs, providing project and client leadership throughout design and delivery. The manager oversees project execution from contract management, design, documentation, and permitting through construction administration, while managing schedules, staffing, project finances, quality, and client relationships. The role serves as the primary point of contact for project-related communication and upholds MG2’s standards for design excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture or a related field.
• At least 8 years of experience in a professional architecture or design firm.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams through all phases of milestone-based project delivery.
• Basic knowledge of architectural contracts and contract execution procedures.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to use collaboration software such as Bluebeam, Miro, and Microsoft Teams.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for job-related written communications, verbal instructions, and interactions.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a licensed professional.

Responsibilities

• Manage project teams through all project phases, ensuring deliverables align with the contract, schedule, budget, and MG2 quality standards.
• Ensure required contracts are in place before beginning contract deliverables.
• Create and maintain milestone-based project schedules and staffing workplans.
• Create and maintain detailed Project Charters, including comprehensive QA/QC plans.
• Assist with project proposals and RFP responses as requested.
• Monitor project finances and conduct intermediate financial reviews with Team Leads or the Principal-in-Charge.
• Review monthly project invoices and consultant billing.
• Prepare and distribute weekly project updates covering contract deliverables, finances, contracts, and permitting.
• Lead or direct internal and external project team meetings.
• Participate in quality-control procedures, including review of externally distributed deliverables.
• Oversee construction administration activities, including weekly reviews of RFI and submittal logs and attendance at project OAC meetings.
• Review site visit reports and punch lists before they are issued.
• Host internal and external project debrief meetings after construction, identifying opportunities to improve service and results.
• Initiate and complete project close-out in accordance with contractual obligations.
• Manage internal and external resources to maintain consistent quality and project profitability.
• Manage team-member performance and provide accurate, relevant feedback.
• Conduct monthly one-to-one check-ins with internal team members (people managers only).
• Conduct mid-year and year-end performance reviews (people managers only).

Benefits

• Employer-provided employee healthcare plan and reduced-cost premium plans.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Seven paid holidays and three floating holidays.
• Employer-sponsored family planning program.
• Employer-paid parental leave.
• Learning and career development opportunities.
• Employee wellness program.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) program with eligible company match after a waiting period.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior