Project Manager – Public Safety (Westchester, IL)

FGM Architects • Westchester, FL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Project Manager – Public Safety Location: Westchester, IL We Build Community FGMA is looking for a Project Manager who is inspired by work that makes a real impact. Our Public Safety team designs mission critical facilities for police, fire, EMS, and emergency operations organizations. These spaces support the people who protect our communities, and we take that responsibility seriously. This is an opportunity to lead meaningful work that directly strengthens community safety and resilience. If you want to design buildings that support first responders and enhance the wellbeing of the communities they serve, this role is a great fit. Why This Role Matters Our Public Safety practice is one of FGMA’s most established and respected practice areas. As a Project Manager, you will guide clients through planning, design, and construction of facilities that help first responders operate efficiently and return home safely. These projects are deeply technical, highly collaborative, and rooted in service to others. What You Will Do Lead Projects From Concept Through Completion Manage all phases of public safety projects including design, documentation, and construction Prepare and monitor project budgets, schedules, and staffing Provide clear direction to project teams and ensure timely, high quality deliverables Shape Design That Supports Critical Operations Lead programming and planning discussions Guide technical and operational decisions throughout the project Review documents for quality, accuracy, and alignment with client needs Build Lasting Client Relationships Serve as the day to day point of contact for police, fire, and municipal leaders Support informed decision making through clear communication and strong presentations Represent FGMA in client meetings, interviews, and community sessions Collaborate Across Disciplines Coordinate architecture, engineering, technology, and specialty systems partners Facilitate communication across multidisciplinary teams Ensure alignment on project priorities, standards, and goals Develop and Mentor the Team Support the development of project architects and emerging professionals Provide coaching, feedback, and growth opportunities Help build strong internal teams rooted in collaboration and trust What You Bring Licensed Architect preferred Experience managing complex civic or public safety projects Skill in leading teams, coordinating consultants, and guiding clients Strong communication and relationship building skills A commitment to quality work and a collaborative culture Who You Are You care deeply about work that serves a greater purpose. You enjoy guiding teams, solving complex problems, and partnering with clients who are passionate about public safety. You thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork and shared purpose matter. Why FGMA At FGMA, we build community in everything we do. We are an employee owned firm that values service, integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. People love working here because we take care of our teams while giving them meaningful opportunities to grow. What We Offer: Competitive compensation and an employee-owned structure Medical, dental, and vision benefits Flexible Friday program Paid parental leave for all parents PTO and bereavement leave 401k match and ESOP retirement contributions Professional development support, licensure reimbursement, and career growth opportunities A culture that values trust, flexibility, and doing work that matters To learn more about us, visit https://www.fgmarchitects.com/expertise/public-safety/ . If you want your work to make a difference and your career to thrive in a supportive, mission driven environment, we would love to talk with you. FGMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Requirements

• Licensed Architect preferred
• Experience managing complex civic or public safety projects
• Skill in leading teams, coordinating consultants, and guiding clients
• Strong communication and relationship building skills
• A commitment to quality work and a collaborative culture

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Architect

Responsibilities

• Lead Projects From Concept Through Completion
• Manage all phases of public safety projects including design, documentation, and construction
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, schedules, and staffing
• Provide clear direction to project teams and ensure timely, high quality deliverables
• Shape Design That Supports Critical Operations
• Lead programming and planning discussions
• Guide technical and operational decisions throughout the project
• Review documents for quality, accuracy, and alignment with client needs
• Build Lasting Client Relationships
• Serve as the day to day point of contact for police, fire, and municipal leaders
• Support informed decision making through clear communication and strong presentations
• Represent FGMA in client meetings, interviews, and community sessions
• Collaborate Across Disciplines
• Coordinate architecture, engineering, technology, and specialty systems partners
• Facilitate communication across multidisciplinary teams
• Ensure alignment on project priorities, standards, and goals
• Develop and Mentor the Team
• Support the development of project architects and emerging professionals
• Provide coaching, feedback, and growth opportunities
• Help build strong internal teams rooted in collaboration and trust

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and an employee-owned structure
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Flexible Friday program
• Paid parental leave for all parents
• PTO and bereavement leave
• 401k match and ESOP retirement contributions
• Professional development support, licensure reimbursement, and career growth opportunities
• A culture that values trust, flexibility, and doing work that matters

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed