Dewberry

Architectural Project Manager

Dewberry • $110K — $158K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited university required.
  • Must be a licensed architect with the ability for reciprocal licensure in other states.
  • At least 10 years of relevant post-graduate experience required.
  • Proven leadership skills in managing teams, clients, and contractors.
  • In-depth knowledge of local building codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with clients to discern their needs and drive projects to successful outcomes.
  • Lead the creation and coordination of construction documents and specifications.
  • Ensure a balance between technical quality, design integrity, and project specifications.
  • Take ownership of projects and lead them with minimal supervision.
  • Collaborate with a dynamic team to yield innovative design solutions.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance available for the right candidate.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and impact within the organization.
  • A supportive team environment that encourages collaboration and idea sharing.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Dewberry's Architecture Team is seeking a energetic Project Manager with well-rounded experience to join our Richmond, VA office. Experience in Federal, State and Local Governments, Community Facilities, Civic and Justice building types is desirable. Must have a professional degree, Bachelor of Architecture or Master of Architecture degree from an accredited university and have a minimum of 10-years post graduate work experience and must be licensed.

Dewberry's Architecture Practice has an exciting opening for the right individual to leverage their business development, client management, project management, and design skills to be an integral piece for the office's opportunity and growth. This is a tremendous opportunity for someone who wants to apply a varied skills set and is ready to take on the challenges of growing our practice. This position also offers growth opportunities to a candidate able to expand existing client relationships within this region.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who understands the significance of design intention, building codes and project schedules while applying all to both small and large projects in a team atmosphere. Elements for the position include being a self-starter, good communicator and someone that is inquisitive.

Don't wait any longer to take your career to that next level, that time is now!

Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

We're looking for a motivated and experienced professional who thrives on collaboration, takes initiative, and enjoys building strong client relationships.

The ideal candidate is confident engaging with clients to understand their goals and deliver solutions that exceed expectations.

You'll work closely with multidisciplinary teams to transform ideas into successful projects, applying your technical expertise to develop innovative, well-coordinated design solutions while preserving the project's vision and intent. We're seeking someone who is passionate about architecture, brings fresh ideas to the table, and is committed to delivering high-quality results.

In this role, you'll:
  • Partner with clients to understand their needs and guide projects to successful outcomes.
  • Lead the development and coordination of construction documents, including drawings and specifications.
  • Balance technical excellence, design quality, and project requirements to deliver exceptional work.
  • Take ownership of projects and project components, confidently moving them forward with minimal direction.
  • Collaborate with talented professionals in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

If you're a proactive problem-solver who enjoys taking initiative, leading projects, and contributing to meaningful work, you'll find excellent opportunities to grow and make an impact at Dewberry.

Required Skills & Required Experience

  • Professional Architecture degree from an accredited University is required.
  • Licensed Architect required, with ability for reciprocal licensure in additional states.
  • Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience is required.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead project teams, clients, consultants, and contractors.
  • Collaborative approach to all aspects of the practice.
  • Expert knowledge of local code requirements and ability to efficiently interface with agencies having jurisdiction, as required.
  • Responsible for developing project scope, fees and managing project budget, client/consultant invoices, agreements, and contracts.
  • Comfortable and experienced to participate in Business Development and marketing activities.
  • Responsible for managing project team resources; advises Office Operations Director of schedules and staffing resource needs.
  • Develops proposals with assistance of PIC and/or Office Director; takes part in client interviews and development of marketing pursuits.
  • Reviews and confirms document accuracy for client(s), consultant(s) and project team(s).
  • Responsible for projects compliance with Dewberry QMS processes; evaluates and assures review recommendations are implemented; pledges that "lessons learned" are communicated to all staff.
  • A design portfolio demonstrating experience will be required.

The projected range for this position is $110,000-$158,000 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.

Must have a valid driver's license, good driving record and ability to pass a driving record background check.

Don't meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for our employee's. So, if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

About Dewberry

Dewberry is a professional services firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental sciences, and planning services. The company was founded in 1956 and is headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia. Dewberry has over 50 locations throughout the United States and employs over 2,000 professionals. The company provides services to a variety of industries, including transportation, water, energy, and government. Dewberry has been recognized for its work on a number of high-profile projects, including the World Trade Center Memorial in New York City and the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C.
Learn more about Dewberry
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1956

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Dewberry

More Real Estate & Construction Jobs

Find similar Architectural Project Manager jobs: