Project Manager (Retail)

Lawrence Group People•Tampa, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Lawrence Group is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join its Retail Design Studio in the St. Louis office. The role contributes to architectural projects across the retail market and supports project development from conceptualization through construction administration, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, high-quality design solutions. The position supports project managers and project teams across planning, design, construction, and close-out. Work includes helping coordinate schedules, budgets, contracts and documentation, quality control, client communications, risk tracking, and project administration. The role adheres to Lawrence Group’s core values of Legendary, Innovation, Growth, Heart, and Trust. It has no supervisory responsibility, operates in a professional office environment with hybrid schedule capability, and involves moderate travel. Typical hours are Monday through Friday.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Architecture or a 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 project management skills, including meeting schedules and deadlines, coordinating engineers and consultants, communicating with building departments, issuing permit drawing sets, and interacting with clients.
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp, and InDesign.
Strong graphic and visualization skills, including the ability to 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, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment with rapid 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, such as AIA.

Responsibilities

Support execution of interior architecture projects across planning, design, construction, and close-out, and help track project objectives and alignment with client goals.
Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules by tracking milestones, deliverables, deadlines, timelines, and resources.
Support budget management by tracking expenses, assisting with cost-control documentation, and monitoring budget updates under senior project managers’ guidance.
Assist with contract administration and maintain accurate, organized project documentation, including contracts, change orders, proposals, and agreements.
Assist with quality control through document reviews, tracking quality-related items, and participating in site reviews to document issues and follow-ups.
Provide day-to-day coordination support to designers, architects, and project teams, share updates, and help align work with project expectations.
Support client communication by preparing meeting materials, documenting meeting notes, and assisting with follow-up actions.
Help identify, log, and track project risks or issues that could affect schedules, budgets, or quality, and assist senior staff with 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.
Perform all other duties as assigned.