Architecture/Building Engineering Project Manager - Federal Programs

Larson Design Group•Tampa, FL

49d•$101,000 - $152,000

About The Position

The Architecture/Building Engineering Project Manager – Federal Programs leads complex federal architecture and building engineering projects from planning through closeout. The role supports the growth of federal programs serving Defense and Federal Civilian Agencies and involves traditional and alternative delivery methods, including Design-Build. The successful candidate is a licensed Architect or Engineer who understands federal design, procurement, Design-Build delivery, and compliance requirements. Using the PMI Competency Framework and AEC best practices, the Project Manager oversees multidisciplinary teams, manages budgets exceeding $1 million, and ensures projects are delivered within scope, on schedule, and in compliance with federal standards. The position is a client-facing leadership role focused on technical coordination, risk management, quality, project outcomes, and client satisfaction. Larson Design Group is a multidisciplinary planning, architecture, engineering, and consulting firm serving federal, state, municipal, commercial, and institutional clients. The company describes itself as 100% employee-owned and offers a flexible work environment, paid training for required licensure, competitive benefits, bonus plans, and a company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Minimum of four years of job-related experience, preferably in the A/E industry.
Federal Design-Build project experience.
A Professional Engineer (PE), Registered Architect (RA), or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Understanding of federal design, procurement, Design-Build delivery, and compliance requirements.
Demonstrated business development and marketing experience, including proposal management and technical response proposals.
Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Strong oral and written communication skills, with ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to interact professionally with clients, project teams, vendors, and external groups.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Desire to expand knowledge and take on new responsibilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and MS Project or Primavera.
Understanding of technical specifications software such as SpecsIntact and MasterSpec, as well as Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and building codes.
Understanding of Building Information Modeling (BIM), including Autodesk Revit Architecture or AutoCAD, and project implementation.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage comprehensive project management plans aligned with federal agency requirements, organizational objectives, and industry best practices.
Coordinate architectural, engineering, consultant, and Design-Build partner teams, while acting as a primary contact for federal clients and stakeholders.
Lead project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, controlling, and closeout in accordance with PMI and federal project delivery standards.
Define and control project scope through formal change management, documenting impacts to cost, schedule, and risk.
Develop and maintain project schedules, track milestones, and ensure timely completion of deliverables and agency submissions.
Direct cost estimating, budgeting, financial forecasting, and Earned Value Management (EVM).
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and Design-Build partners on cost control and project value and efficiency.
Manage contract administration and performance, including coordination with federal contracting officers and Design-Build partners, approval of modifications, and negotiation support.
Establish and maintain quality standards that meet federal regulations, agency design criteria, and firm QA/QC requirements.
Conduct quality audits, document findings, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Work with technical and discipline managers on staffing, resource allocation, and workload balance.
Develop and execute project communication plans for federal clients, consultants, Design-Build partners, and internal stakeholders.
Prepare and present project status reports on progress, financial performance, risks, and key issues.
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks; maintain risk registers and implement mitigation strategies.
Support federal procurement activities, including consultant selection, Design-Build procurement and proposals, contract coordination, and issue resolution.
Build and maintain federal client relationships, address concerns, support client satisfaction, and encourage repeat work.
Lead project teams with professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
Mentor and develop associate project managers and team members.
Keep current with PMI standards, federal project delivery requirements, Design-Build practices, and AEC industry trends.
Contribute to business development and marketing as a “doer-seller,” including proposal management and technical response proposals for Design-Build pursuits.