Federal Project Manager

HFG Architecture•Kansas City, MO

3h•Hybrid

About The Position

HFG Architecture is a planning and design firm focused on accessible healthcare. The Federal Project Manager leads federal healthcare projects from planning and design through construction, serving as both project leader and people manager. The role guides multidisciplinary design teams and oversees client communication, consultant coordination, contract administration, schedules, budgets, and quality control to ensure work meets federal agency requirements, project objectives, and HFG’s technical standards. The position manages the full project lifecycle for new and operational renovation projects, coordinates design-build contractors and architecture, design, and engineering teams, and oversees project documentation and construction administration. It also serves as a primary client contact, supports business development and fee proposals, and provides design direction and staff mentorship. The role requires approximately 10–20% travel for project-related site visits, client meetings, and occasional industry events. U.S. citizenship is required due to federal contract and security requirements; sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture, engineering, or a related field.
Minimum 7 years of experience in architecture, with a strong emphasis on federal healthcare projects.
Proven experience as a project manager in an architectural or construction environment, including managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong knowledge of architectural design, construction processes, and project management principles.
Strong knowledge of federal healthcare design codes and regulations, such as FGI Guidelines, ABA, IBC, and UFCs.
Direct experience working with federal agencies, including DOD/DOW, VA, GSA, USACE, IHS, or DHA; experience managing federal design projects; competency across federal design criteria; and understanding of government contracting processes.
Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong leadership, team-building, and problem-solving abilities.
U.S. citizenship required due to federal contract and security requirements; sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Architect licensure is preferred but not required.
Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint project management software.

Responsibilities

Lead federal healthcare projects from conception through completion, including new construction and operational renovations.
Coordinate multidisciplinary design-build teams of contractors, architects, designers, and engineers.
Manage project timelines, design deliverables, resource plans, scope, budgets, and profitability while maintaining compliance with federal standards and project objectives.
Manage multiple projects and competing priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
Lead project documentation and ensure technical accuracy and compliance with building codes, regulations, and healthcare standards.
Develop project budgets with internal teams and clients, and identify and address potential budget concerns.
Assist senior leadership with developing and validating project scope, fees, budgets, scopes of services, and consultant contracts.
Serve as the primary client contact and liaise with client leadership, user groups, contractors, and federal agencies.
Engage clients throughout design and construction by setting expectations, providing updates, and addressing concerns.
Represent the firm in project presentations, community engagement, and client meetings.
Identify potential new business and projects, develop client relationships, and participate in selected marketing and business development opportunities, including fee proposals and modification requests.
Lead multidisciplinary teams and foster collaboration, accountability, and technical excellence while mentoring staff.
Use independent judgment to resolve challenges, mitigate risks, and deliver outcomes aligned with client objectives and organizational goals.
Provide strategic design input and direction throughout all project phases.
Review and approve drawings, specifications, and other documentation for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project goals.
Ensure design work complies with applicable codes, healthcare guidelines including FGI, and client standards.
Oversee construction administration, including reviewing submittals, responding to RFIs, conducting site visits, and addressing field conditions.
Monitor construction progress and work with contractors to resolve issues and maintain design intent.
Travel approximately 10–20% for project-related site visits, client meetings, and occasional industry events.