Senior Level Architect Project Manager Jobs
Senior level architect project manager jobs place experienced professionals in charge of project strategy, design accountability, and the cross-functional teams that deliver complex builds from schematic design through construction close-out. Most openings are on-site or hybrid across Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Staffing & Recruiting, with employers like Gensler, Jacobs, and DLR hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Pittsburgh office of SmithGroup is looking for a Project Architect to join our Healthcare team.
Working with us, you will:
- Lead a team of architects to complete technical documents for projects of complex nature (healthcare, science and technology, higher education, commercial).
- Prepare, coordinate, and complete construction documents packages.
- Lead day-to-day construction administration activities including coordination with the contractor, owner, and consultants to maintain project progress.
- Mentor, provide oversight, and monitor the work performed by junior staff.
- Establish and execute project work plan and staffing requirements.
- Develop trusted relationships with clients.
- Participate in recruiting and performance management of staff.
- Meet with owners and user groups to determine program and planning requirements.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
An ideal candidate has:
- A bachelor’s degree in Architecture or equivalent.
- Minimum 10 years of professional experience working on healthcare projects.
- LEED AP preferred. Architectural Registration required.
- Working knowledge of engineering systems; can successfully engage with professionals in a multi-disciplinary environment.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with clients and build client relationships and trust.
- Strong mentoring, written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
- High proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
- Experience leading other architects and project teams.
- Demonstrated understanding of code implementation and jurisdiction review.
- Demonstrated understanding of construction practices and methodologies.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
At SmithGroup, we are committed to helping our staff thrive with great projects and time to unwind. We offer flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, plus 15 extra Fridays off! Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellbeing resources, paid parental leave, a flex spending account and voluntary insurance options. We invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching, tuition reimbursement program, one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities. While we may ultimately pay more or less than a posted salary range, at the time of posting the anticipated salary range for this position is $89,000 to $115,000 annually and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus each year.
LOCATION
Pittsburgh, PA
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to careers@smithgroup.com.
INTRODUCTION
SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Pittsburgh office of SmithGroup is looking for a Project Architect to join our Healthcare team.
Working with us, you will:
- Lead a team of architects to complete technical documents for projects of complex nature (healthcare, science and technology, higher education, commercial).
- Prepare, coordinate, and complete construction documents packages.
- Lead day-to-day construction administration activities including coordination with the contractor, owner, and consultants to maintain project progress.
- Mentor, provide oversight, and monitor the work performed by junior staff.
- Establish and execute project work plan and staffing requirements.
- Develop trusted relationships with clients.
- Participate in recruiting and performance management of staff.
- Meet with owners and user groups to determine program and planning requirements.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
An ideal candidate has:
- A bachelor’s degree in Architecture or equivalent.
- Minimum 10 years of professional experience working on healthcare projects.
- LEED AP preferred. Architectural Registration required.
- Working knowledge of engineering systems; can successfully engage with professionals in a multi-disciplinary environment.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate with clients and build client relationships and trust.
- Strong mentoring, written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
- High proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
- Experience leading other architects and project teams.
- Demonstrated understanding of code implementation and jurisdiction review.
- Demonstrated understanding of construction practices and methodologies.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
At SmithGroup, we are committed to helping our staff thrive with great projects and time to unwind. We offer flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, plus 15 extra Fridays off! Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellbeing resources, paid parental leave, a flex spending account and voluntary insurance options. We invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching, tuition reimbursement program, one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities. While we may ultimately pay more or less than a posted salary range, at the time of posting the anticipated salary range for this position is $89,000 to $115,000 annually and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus each year.
LOCATION
Pittsburgh, PA
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to careers@smithgroup.com.
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Senior Level Architect Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level architect project manager job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for candidates who have led full project lifecycles, managed consultants and contractors, and owned client relationships independently. A strong portfolio of delivered projects, demonstrated experience with contracts and budgets, and the ability to mentor junior staff all signal readiness. Certifications like PMP or licensure as a registered architect strengthen your candidacy significantly at this stage.
Which companies hire senior level architect project managers?
Companies hiring senior level architect project managers right now include Gensler, Jacobs, and DLR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from large architecture and engineering firms, real estate developers, healthcare systems, and institutional owners who manage ongoing capital programs.
Are there remote senior level architect project manager jobs?
Yes, though site presence is still common at this level given the hands-on oversight these roles require. About 34% of senior level architect project manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements most typical for roles that balance design coordination with periodic field visits.
What makes a architect project manager role senior level?
Senior level architect project manager roles are defined by the scope of accountability rather than task execution. Candidates are expected to own project budgets, lead consultant teams, manage owner relationships, and make binding design and schedule decisions. Mentoring mid-level staff and contributing to business development or firm standards are also common expectations that distinguish these positions from mid-level roles.
Which industries hire the most senior level architect project managers?
Senior Level architect project manager roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they sustain large capital project pipelines that require experienced professionals to manage design delivery, regulatory compliance, and construction coordination simultaneously.