Career Opportunities: Architectural Project Manager (11487)

Career Opportunities: Architectural Project Manager (11487)

Requisition ID 11487 - Posted - SmithGroup, Inc. - N/A - Washington, DC

SmithGroup is an award-winning, integrated design firm that blends research, data and technology with innovation 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 move us closer to a carbon-free future. Care to join us?

The Washington, DC office of SmithGroup is looking for a Architectural Project Manager to join our team.

The Project Manager will be responsible for management of the internal design team on multiple Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts, as well as client communication/coordination, consultant coordination, and project contract administration. IDIQ contracts range from local to international presence. The successful Project Manager will serve as the point of contact on IDIQ projects at the overall contract level as well as task order level.

Working with us, you will:

• Manage one or more IDIQ projects by negotiating task order scope, fees, job production and quality, fee management and collection, monitoring project accounts as well as establishing and executing project work plans. Manage whole or portions of large-sized projects.
• Develop and manage positive client relationships and work as the client’s advocate by identifying and balancing client expectations within the context of contractual obligations, corporate goals, and client satisfaction.
• Communicate with all project participants, internal staff, consultants, clients, owners, contractors and jurisdictions in an effective and collaborative manner.
• Develop and define project schedule to meet contractual obligations and to match team size and skill. Establish and update project staffing requirements, on an ongoing basis, consistent with contractual obligations.
• Provide technical and administrative supervision of the multi-disciplinary project staff assuring the technical, administrative and schedule targets are met within the framework of corporate policy and in accordance with applicable professional and corporate standards. Take responsibility for overall client satisfaction, service, quality and financial performance.
• Manage project communiques, delivery and deliverables to ensure the highest quality of documentation and professionalism.
• Participate in business development efforts through learning/understanding the Federal market, participating in professional organizations and supporting proposal development and interviews.

An ideal candidate has/is:

• Minimum 10 years of project management experience leading medium to large-scale projects of varying types and complexity.
• Licensed Architect or Engineer preferred. Experience and ability are major contributors in lieu of licensure.
• Resides locally within the Washington, DC / Maryland / Virginia area.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in working in a multi-disciplinary team setting, collaborating, mentoring and client satisfaction.
• Thorough knowledge of the entire project delivery process and ability to lead design efforts through all project stages, including leadership with the client, contractors, and internal team.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Cloud Suite. Experience using Deltek Vision for financial management, reporting and resource planning preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for day-to-day correspondence and presentations.
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally.
• Ability to obtain and/or maintain various federal security clearances.

SmithGroup's competitive compensation and benefit package is designed to meet the needs of a diverse staff. The anticipated salary range for this position is $114,000 to $143,000 annually, at the time of posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the anticipated salary range for this position. Additionally, an employee in this position is eligible for a performance-based bonus on an annual basis. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible spending account options and voluntary insurances. We provide an opportunity to invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching and a continuing education reimbursement. We offer 3 weeks of paid time off within the first year of employment, with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, and parental leave benefits. SmithGroup also promotes a healthy work/life balance for our staff which includes an alternative work schedule that provides employees with an additional 15 days off per year (usually Fridays), as well as hybrid work options that give our team the flexibility to work within our vibrant office culture or remotely, as needed.

If you are not sure that you meet all of the suggested qualifications described above, please don’t leave this page. Your talents and attributes could be just what we’re looking for – and we strongly encourage you to apply. If you need additional accommodations to complete the application process, please contact

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

SmithGroup is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or arrest/conviction records.