Architecture/Building Engineering Project Manager - Federal Programs

Larson Design Group•Jacksonville, 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 for defense and federal civilian agencies, across 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. Applying the PMI Competency Framework and AEC best practices, the Project Manager oversees multidisciplinary teams, manages budgets exceeding $1 million, and ensures projects meet scope, schedule, and federal standards. The position is a client-facing leadership role balancing technical coordination, risk management, and quality to achieve strong project outcomes and client satisfaction. Larson Design Group is a full-service planning, architecture, engineering, and consulting firm serving federal, state, municipal, commercial, and institutional clients. It uses a multidisciplinary approach spanning planning, architecture, landscape architecture, building engineering, and project management. LDG describes itself as a 100% employee-owned company and offers a flexible work environment, paid training for required licensure, competitive benefits, bonus plans, and a company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
At least four years of job-related experience; A/E industry experience is preferred.
Federal Design-Build project experience.
Professional Engineer (PE), Registered Architect (RA), or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams, project budgets, scope, schedules, quality, risk, and client relationships in federal project settings.
Demonstrated business development or marketing experience, including proposal management and technical response proposals.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Desire to expand knowledge and take on new responsibilities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and with MS Project or Primavera.
Familiarity with technical specifications software such as SpecsIntact or MasterSpec, Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), and building codes.
Familiarity with BIM and Autodesk Revit Architecture or AutoCAD, including project implementation.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ability to interact professionally with clients, project teams, vendors, and external groups.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage project management plans aligned with federal agency requirements, organizational objectives, and industry best practices.
Coordinate architecture, engineering, consultant teams, and Design-Build partners; serve as a primary contact for federal clients and stakeholders.
Lead project lifecycle phases from initiation through closeout in accordance with PMI and federal project delivery standards.
Define and control project scope using formal change management, documenting cost, schedule, and risk impacts.
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.
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, modification approvals, 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.
Coordinate with technical and discipline managers on staffing, resource allocation, and workload balance.
Develop and execute communication plans for federal clients, consultants, Design-Build partners, and internal stakeholders.
Prepare and present project status reports covering progress, financial performance, risks, and key issues.
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks; maintain risk registers and implement mitigation strategies.
Support federal procurement, including consultant selection, Design-Build procurement and proposals, contract coordination, and issue resolution.
Build and maintain federal client relationships, address concerns, and support repeat work.
Lead project teams with professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
Mentor and develop associate project managers and other team members.
Keep current with PMI standards, federal project delivery requirements, Design-Build best 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.