WRA is seeking a Project Manager to join our Building Design Group in our Baltimore, MD office. Come join our collaborative team of engineers and architects on a variety of challenging projects, including high-performance buildings, industrial and manufacturing facilities, office environments, mission critical/secure spaces, historic preservation, and higher education. WRA has a strong mentoring culture and a focus on staff development.

Lead multidiscipline A/E teams through concept studies, final design, and construction phase services for clients across a broad range of markets, including DoD, Federal/Local Government and Industrial. Coordinate between disciplines, interface with project stakeholders, and manage quality control processes to ensure each project is successfully completed.

Responsibilities:

• Manage architectural projects through all phases of planning, design, documentation, bidding, and construction administration.
• Serve as the primary liaison between clients, consultants, contractors, and project team members.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, work plans, and staffing plans.
• Lead project meetings and coordinate activities among architects, engineers, planners, and specialty consultants.
• Monitor project performance to ensure quality, profitability, and adherence to client expectations.
• Review design and construction documents for technical accuracy, code compliance, and quality standards.
• Support contract negotiations, scope development, and proposal preparation.
• Assist in identifying and managing project risks and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
• Mentor junior architectural staff and provide technical guidance as needed.
• Participate in client presentations, stakeholder meetings, and project reviews.
• Support business development activities and maintain strong client relationships.

Required:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or Architecture from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 16 years of architectural experience, including project management responsibilities.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects through all phases of design and construction.
• Strong understanding of building codes, permitting processes, and construction practices.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary project teams.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and architectural design software.

Preferred:

• Professional License (PE, AIA, or RA) preferred
• DoD security clearance or ability to obtain clearance preferred.

Benefits:

WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:

• Flexible work schedule options
• Competitive salary
• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• Healthcare benefits
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental and maternity leave benefits

The expected compensation range for this position is $175,000.00 - $210,000.00, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.).
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

*** Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this position***

Position #: 3192