Project Manager/Architect

Schenkel Shultz is an award-winning architecture and interior design studio known for design excellence and a commitment to serving the unique needs of each client. Through thoughtful design, the firm creates places that strengthen communities and connect people to their surroundings. Across three Florida studios, a diverse team of architects, interior designers, graphic designers, marketers, technical production, and construction administrators work collaboratively to deliver impactful projects in civic, educational, aviation, cultural, and commercial sectors throughout Florida, the southeast, and internationally in Puerto Rico, Germany, and Japan.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Project Architect / Project Manager who is strategic, highly organized, and technically proficient, with a strong ability to build and lead productive relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors. This role requires a professional who takes ownership of projects from initial kickoff through construction administration, guiding the design team to deliver work aligned with the Owner’s scope, schedule, budget, and design vision. The ideal candidate is analytical, proactive, and confident in decision-making, with a passion for thoughtful design, quality documentation, and collaborative leadership. This position offers significant responsibility, professional trust, and the opportunity to work on meaningful, complex projects within a supportive studio environment.

Responsibilities

• Project & Team Leadership
  • Take full ownership of projects from schematic design through construction administration, with support from internal team members based on project needs
  • Lead and coordinate architects, consultants, and contractors to maintain project goals and design intent
  • Serve as the primary client contact, managing communication, expectations, and key decisions
• Design & Documentation
  • Lead and actively participate in SD, DD, and CD phases using Revit
  • Produce and oversee high-quality, coordinated construction documents consistent with firm standards
  • Communicate design ideas through Revit (required); SketchUp, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Suite preferred
• Technical Coordination
  • Coordinate major building systems with engineering consultants
  • Apply working knowledge of building codes, building systems, and construction methods to minimize project risk
  • Research materials and products and coordinate specifications in collaboration with the firm's specifications writer
• Construction Administration
  • Efficiently process project documentation throughout construction
  • Administer contract documents and oversee the project ensuring that the construction team adheres to the design intent in the documents
  • Manage exposure to potential financial and professional liabilities
  • Represent the firm in a professional manner, while maintaining core values with clients, consultants, and contractors
  • Review & markup RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, samples, product data, testing, and specialty engineering to ensure material quality and specifications are upheld
  • Track progression of project and review contractor's compliance with the construction schedule
  • Regular site visits, including attending Owner/Architect/Contractor meetings and creation and distribution of field reports of observations
  • Manage project closeout, including construction punch list, O&M manuals, warranties, and record documents
• Mentorship & Collaboration
  • Mentor and collaborate with internal team members
  • Contribute to a positive, organized, and proactive studio culture

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in an architectural office
• Experience in one or more of the following project types is preferred: Education, Aviation, Cultural (Performing Arts Centers), Commercial, Civic, or Sports facilities
• Ability to multi-task on multiple projects and assignments with a sense of urgency
• Comfortable working collaboratively while also managing responsibilities independently
• Strong graphic and technical skills with the ability to translate design concepts into coordinated construction documents, including understanding of drawing standards and code compliance
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in: Revit, MS Office, Outlook & Procore
• Regular travel to project sites is required

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture from an accredited program (preferred)
• Florida architectural licensure preferred; candidates pursuing licensure or reciprocity will be considered
• Proficient in: SketchUp, Bluebeam, Adobe Suite (preferred)

Pay

$100,000–$140,000 annually, based on years of experience, level of expertise, and credentials.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Matching 401(k)
• Insurance options
• Paid time off

Schedule

• Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
• Optional remote work: 1 day a week

Location: Sarasota/Southwest Florida Area