Project Manager / Architect – Higher Education

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager / Architect with a passion for higher education facilities to join our growing practice in Atlanta, GA.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, and delivery of higher education facilities including academic buildings, research facilities, student life spaces, and campus infrastructure.
• Manage projects from programming through construction administration.
• Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Cook up multidisciplinary consultant teams.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to project architects and designers.
• Serve as a primary client contact for higher education clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with campus leadership, facilities teams, and stakeholders.
• Lead presentations, workshops, and design discussions with university leadership and user groups.
• Support strategic growth of the higher education practice.
• Participate in proposal development, interviews, and pursuit strategies.
• Identify new opportunities and strengthen relationships with existing clients.
• Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and campus engagements.
• Contribute to the leadership and culture of the studio.
• Mentor emerging staff and foster professional development.
• Guide project staffing and studio workflow.
• Collaborate with firm leadership on practice strategy and market growth.

Requirements

• 8+ years of relevant healthcare architecture experience
• College graduate with relevant, NAAB accredited degree
• Professional registration
• Physical Demands: Frequently required to sit, stand, and move about the office; frequently moving outdoors may be required; ability to lift and carry large plans or boxes in excess of 10 lbs; frequently operates a computer and other office equipment; ability to coordinate and participate in client meetings; constantly communicates with project team and related parties; ability to maintain standards related to architectural design and production; ability to adhere to timely and consistent attendance.

Qualifications

• A reliable Architectural Project Manager will have the ability to lead all aspects of a project while maintaining owner relationships.
• Set expectations for the owner and the project team, sell Beck, and encourage repeat business from our clients.
• Exhibit a passion to get things done and possess uncompromising authenticity and integrity.
• Desire to be innovative in process improvement and technology.

Skills

• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
• Experience with Integrated Project Delivery methods

Benefits

At Beck, our team member experience goes beyond your day-to-day work activities – we also want to support the rest of your life goals, milestones and challenges. We strive for thrive – we want you to thrive in your wellbeing, finances, and community. Benefits include:

• 401k match and free SmartDollar program for financial wellness
• Free dedicated financial coach
• Personal health & fitness program for tracking activities & earning rewards
• Paid family leave
• Health discounts on medical premiums
• Free comprehensive health screenings
• Free health coach program for weight-loss & hypertension management
• Free Life Coach
• Pet insurance discount
• Organized projects and events to support our communities

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible scheduling to accommodate project needs.