Project Manager (Retail)

Lawrence Group People • St. Louis, MO

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Lawrence Group is a building design, development, and project delivery firm headquartered in St. Louis with offices in Austin, Florida, and New York. With 170+ employees, Lawrence Group offers architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, furniture procurement, and graphic design services to a wide variety of clients, including housing, hospitality, healthcare, academic, and retail. This position will adhere to Lawrence Group’s core values: Legendary: We strive to be legendary, from the service we provide to our impact on the community. Innovation: We’re driven by ideas and creativity. We take calculated risks and embrace opportunities. Growth: We seek sustainable growth for our clients, our organization, and our employees. Heart: We lead with heart. We celebrate, appreciate and care for each other. Trust: We rely on trust to pursue excellence. We speak honestly, act transparently and honor our commitments. Position Summary: Lawrence Group’s St. Louis office is seeking an experienced Project Manager with 6-10 years of architectural design experience in a professional office environment to join our Retail Design Studio. This position will have the opportunity to contribute to diverse architectural projects across our retail market contributing to all phases of project development, from conceptualization to construction administration, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative and high-quality design solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or related field from an accredited institution.
• 6-10 years of experience in architectural interior design or architectural design, with a portfolio demonstrating involvement in a variety of project types and phases.
• Basic level of Project Management skills meeting project schedules & deadlines, engineer & consultant coordination, building department correspondence, issuing permit drawing sets and client interaction.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup, and InDesign graphic software.
• Strong graphic and visualization skills, with the ability to effectively communicate design ideas through drawings, renderings, and presentations.
• Solid understanding of architectural principles, building materials, building codes, and construction techniques.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and time management skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment, with rapid project turnaround and timelines typically measured in weeks rather than months.
• Familiarity with building codes, regulations, and standards applicable to various project types and locations.

Nice To Haves

• Membership in professional organizations related to interior design or architecture (e.g. AIA) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support project managers in the execution of interior architecture projects across all phases, including planning, design, construction, and close-out.
• Assist with tracking project objectives and helping ensure alignment with client goals.
• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules by tracking milestones, deliverables, and deadlines.
• Help coordinate timelines and resources to support timely progress from design through construction.
• Support budget management by tracking project expenses, assisting with cost control documentation, and monitoring budget updates under the guidance of senior project managers.
• Assist with contract administration by helping maintain project documentation such as contracts, change orders, proposals, and agreements.
• Ensure filings are accurate, organized, and aligned with company standards.
• Support quality control efforts by assisting with document reviews, tracking quality-related items, and participating in site reviews to observe progress and help document issues or follow-ups.
• Provide day-to-day support to project teams, including designers and architects, by assisting with task coordination, sharing updates, and helping keep work aligned with project expectations.
• Assist project managers with client communication by preparing meeting materials, documenting meeting notes, and supporting follow-up actions to ensure clear communication and alignment.
• Help identify, log, and track potential project risks or issues that may impact schedules, budgets, or quality.
• Assist senior staff with monitoring issue resolution and contingency planning.
• Maintain organized project files, track invoices and reports, prepare agendas and meeting minutes, and support compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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