Senior Project Manager, Architecture

Stantec•Austin, TX

About The Position

Stantec's Austin studio is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex architectural projects and support the growth of its integrated design practice. The role involves leading multidisciplinary teams through every phase of project delivery and serving as a trusted advisor to clients. The Senior Project Manager will collaborate with Principals-in-Charge to cultivate client relationships, support strategic pursuits, mentor emerging leaders, and contribute to practice growth. Projects may span higher education, civic and cultural, workplace, healthcare, science and technology, aviation, mission critical, commercial mixed-use, and public infrastructure markets.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Architecture.
Registered Architect (RA) credential.
10+ years of progressively responsible architectural experience, including leadership of complex building projects.
Demonstrated success managing large, complex architectural projects through all phases of design and construction.
Demonstrated project management experience across multiple project phases and building types.
Proven ability to develop and maintain long-term client relationships and support business development and pursuit efforts.
Strong understanding of project financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, resource planning, invoicing, and profitability.
Comprehensive knowledge of building systems, construction methods, accessibility requirements, life safety codes, and applicable building codes.
Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities while maintaining quality and client service.
Collaborative leadership style and ability to motivate multidisciplinary project teams.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with sound professional judgment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Newforma.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Architecture.
Experience with Revit, Bluebeam, and project management software.
Experience with higher education, civic, public, healthcare, workplace, science and technology, or other complex institutional projects.
Experience leading multidisciplinary consultant teams and construction administration.
LEED Green Associate or LEED AP credential.

Responsibilities

Lead multiple large, complex architectural projects through all phases of design and construction.
Serve as the primary day-to-day client contact and foster strong client relationships.
Collaborate with Principals-in-Charge on business development, client positioning, proposals, interviews, and project pursuits.
Develop and manage project work plans, schedules, budgets, staffing plans, and financial performance.
Lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinating architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and owner representatives.
Monitor project scope, schedule, and budget, and identify and mitigate project risks.
Ensure projects meet client goals for program, budget, schedule, quality, and design intent.
Facilitate project, owner, consultant coordination, and construction progress meetings.
Manage contract administration, including change orders, additional services, applications for payment, and project documentation.
Ensure compliance with Stantec's Project Management Framework and quality management processes.
Coordinate with Operations and Practice Leadership to forecast staffing needs and allocate project resources.
Mentor Assistant Project Managers and emerging professionals, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
Keep the Principal-in-Charge informed of project status, key decisions, financial performance, and client issues.
Lead project closeout activities to support successful delivery and client satisfaction.