Project Manager/ Architect - Healthcare Market

Gresham Smith • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

Gresham Smith is seeking a Licensed Architect and Project Manager to join our Healthcare Studio. In this role, you will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver exceptional human experiences in healthcare settings. You should have strong technical skills, the ability to coordinate across multiple disciplines, and strong communication and organization skills. Experience directly with Healthcare projects is a plus. As a Project Manager , you will: Lead a variety of different Healthcare projects at various scales. Serve as the day-to-day client contact, cultivating lasting relationships through exceptional project delivery. Partner with the Project Executive and firm leaders to establish scope, fees, budgets, schedules, and deliverables during proposals and contract negotiations. Participate in client presentations and business development opportunities that strengthen Gresham Smith’s presence in the healthcare market. Direct consultant and technical teams to ensure the successful execution of project design and deliverables. Lead coordination across disciplines, internal teams, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and execution. Mentor and develop team members, fostering professional growth and a collaborative, positive studio culture. Work with the Studio Operations Leader on staffing strategies that balance workloads and support efficiency. Lead the preparation of comprehensive sets of architectural drawings and construction documents, utilizing strong technical knowledge to ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance with project specifications and codes. Ensure that project progress aligns with both the client’s vision and Gresham Smith’s standards of design excellence. Oversee project documentation, including agendas, minutes, reports, and action items, and ensure consistent follow-up. Manage project financials, budgets, staffing, and schedules using Deltek VantagePoint, including forecasting, invoicing, and collections. Identify, communicate, and mitigate risk in partnership with the Project Executive. Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Licensed Architect required.
• 10+ years of experience managing large, complex design projects.
• Strong understanding of all project phases, from planning through construction.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Revit and AutoCAD is required.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Teams, and Deltek VantagePoint.
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple projects, lead diverse teams, and communicate effectively with all stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and presentation skills, with a proactive approach to solving challenges.
• Leads with diplomacy, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.
• Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit—someone who wants to do great work with great people.

Nice To Haves

• Experience directly with Healthcare projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead a variety of different Healthcare projects at various scales.
• Serve as the day-to-day client contact, cultivating lasting relationships through exceptional project delivery.
• Partner with the Project Executive and firm leaders to establish scope, fees, budgets, schedules, and deliverables during proposals and contract negotiations.
• Participate in client presentations and business development opportunities that strengthen Gresham Smith’s presence in the healthcare market.
• Direct consultant and technical teams to ensure the successful execution of project design and deliverables.
• Lead coordination across disciplines, internal teams, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and execution.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering professional growth and a collaborative, positive studio culture.
• Work with the Studio Operations Leader on staffing strategies that balance workloads and support efficiency.
• Lead the preparation of comprehensive sets of architectural drawings and construction documents, utilizing strong technical knowledge to ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance with project specifications and codes.
• Ensure that project progress aligns with both the client’s vision and Gresham Smith’s standards of design excellence.
• Oversee project documentation, including agendas, minutes, reports, and action items, and ensure consistent follow-up.
• Manage project financials, budgets, staffing, and schedules using Deltek VantagePoint, including forecasting, invoicing, and collections.
• Identify, communicate, and mitigate risk in partnership with the Project Executive.

Benefits

• Professional Growth : In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.
• Culture that Cares : 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.
• Competitive Benefits : Flexible Schedules & Generous PTO Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs) 401(k) with Company Match Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance Family Planning and Parental Leave Mass/Public Transit Program Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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