Senior Architectural Project Manager - Healthcare
Jacksonville, Florida | Full-Time | $115,000-$130,000 per year
Lead complex healthcare projects from early planning through construction while guiding multidisciplinary teams, strengthening client relationships, and delivering thoughtful, technically sound design solutions.
We are seeking a licensed Senior Architectural Project Manager with 10+ years of architectural experience and a strong background in healthcare design. This role is ideal for an experienced leader who can balance design excellence, technical execution, client service, team development, and project profitability.
What You'll Do
- Lead healthcare architecture projects through programming, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, permitting, and construction administration.
- Manage project scope, fees, budgets, schedules, staffing, consultants, contracts, and additional services.
- Serve as the primary client contact and maintain clear, timely communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Coordinate architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and regulatory agencies.
- Lead client meetings, project presentations, design workshops, and consultant coordination sessions.
- Translate client goals, operational needs, and technical requirements into effective architectural solutions.
- Consult with clients to determine functional and project-specific requirements related to design, specifications, materials, colors, equipment, estimated costs, and construction schedules.
- Oversee project documentation to ensure alignment with design intent, contractual requirements, applicable building codes, accessibility standards, and quality requirements.
- Develop and maintain project work plans, including scope, budget, schedule, consultant responsibilities, fees, costs, and additional services.
- Manage project performance and financial reporting using Deltek Vantagepoint or comparable project-management software.
- Maintain accountability for project profitability, schedule performance, and successful delivery.
- Implement and manage quality assurance and quality control processes throughout the project lifecycle.
- Anticipate project risks, resolve design and coordination issues, and make timely, well-informed decisions.
- Mentor project architects, designers, and emerging professionals while supporting professional development and team accountability.
- Participate in business development, client interviews, proposal preparation, fee development, and relationship-building activities.
- Identify opportunities for additional services, repeat work, and new projects.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, vendors, and applicable agencies.
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- 10+ years of architectural practice, including significant project-management responsibility.
- Demonstrated experience delivering healthcare architecture projects through all phases of design and construction.
- Strong knowledge of healthcare design requirements, architectural building systems, building and accessibility codes, construction methods, material applications, specifications, and sustainable design.
- Experience managing multidisciplinary teams, consultants, project budgets, schedules, contracts, and client relationships.
- Proficiency in Revit, Newforma, and Microsoft Office.
- Excellent written, verbal, presentation, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and team-development abilities.
- Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to make confident, timely decisions.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain close attention to detail.
- Valid driver's license and the ability to travel locally for client meetings and project-site visits.
- Willingness to use an insured personal vehicle for work-related travel when necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Architecture.
- NCARB certification.
- LEED Green Associate or another recognized sustainability credential.
- Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint.
- Experience with commercial or government projects.
- Experience with design-build delivery methods and developer-led projects.
- Familiarity with Florida building codes, permitting processes, healthcare regulations, and construction practices.
Compensation
The expected salary range for this position is $115,000-$130,000 annually.
Compensation within this range will be based on relevant experience, architectural licensure, healthcare project expertise, technical qualifications, leadership capabilities, and other job-related factors.
Why Join Us
- Lead meaningful healthcare projects that support patients, caregivers, and communities.
- Collaborate with an experienced, multidisciplinary design team.
- Take ownership of complex projects from initial concept through completion.
- Mentor emerging professionals and contribute to a collaborative team culture.
- Build lasting relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and industry partners.
- Grow your leadership responsibilities within a design-focused architectural practice.
How to Apply
Submit your resume and portfolio highlighting relevant experience in healthcare architecture, architectural project management, team leadership, client management, and construction administration.
