Interior Project Manager

Position Summary

At HLW, we are committed to delivering exceptional client service while upholding our firm's interests to foster lasting relationships and repeat business. As an Interior or Architectural Project Manager, you will play a key role in balancing client goals with HLW’s standards, ensuring the successful delivery of profitable, and high-quality projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Business Development: Support responses to RFPs, develop project fees, schedules, and scope language in coordination with the Principal/Partner in Charge and Studio Director. Take a leadership role in client coordination, including contracts, billings, and client communications.
• Maintain and Strengthen Client Relationships: Foster repeat business and contribute to business development and marketing efforts.
• Financial Management: Demonstrate a superior understanding of financial management and project profitability. Oversee project budgets and financial performance in coordination with the HLW Director of Finance and Studio Director.
• Team Leadership & Coordination: Manage project schedules, budgets, and work plans, ensuring cost control and timely completion. Lead internal and external project team meetings, fostering collaboration and efficiency. Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to align project goals and expectations. Ensure project quality control reviews are conducted in coordination with the Studio Technical Director. Guide and mentor junior architects and project team members to support professional growth.
• Project Execution & Oversight: Prepare and deliver presentations to clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies in collaboration with the project team. Manage the day-to-day and long-term activities of the project including client and consultant coordination with our team through documented tracking of ongoing workflows and issues. Conduct site visits, inspections, and progress meetings to monitor project execution and address challenges.

Qualifications

• Education & Certification: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture or a related field. NCIDQ Certified Interior Designer with 8-10 years of experience. LEED accreditation (preferred).
• Technical Skills & Knowledge: Proficiency in architectural design software, including AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Suite. Proficiency in Project Management software including Deltek, Microsoft Project, OneNote, Excel, SharePoint, Microsoft Teams and Newforma. Strong understanding of building codes, permitting, and construction processes. Thorough knowledge and experience with contractual and regulatory issues. Experience working with contractors, engineers, and other consultants.
• Leadership & Management: Significant experience in a senior managerial role across a variety of project types and procurement methods. Proven ability to manage and mentor staff across multiple projects. Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills. Ability to multitask, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines, track and follow-through on issues.
• Financial & Business Development: Experience in budgeting and financial management, including managing income against expenses. Ability and willingness to work in an entrepreneurial manner to expand HLW’s practice.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurances
• Vacation, paid time off
• Flexible spending
• Life insurance, short-and long-term disability insurance
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Reimbursement for professional licensing/certification exam fees
• Continuing education programs
• 401(k)
• Commuter benefits

Pay

The expected salary range for this position is $120,000-$135,000. We will consider relevant experience, qualifications, location, and other job-related factors in determining compensation.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or disability status.