Project Manager - Architecture
Location:
NYC or Rutherford, NJ (Hybrid flexibility available)
Firm:
MANNINO Architecture + Construction
Job Type:
Full-Time
Salary Range: $100,000-$120,000/year (commensurate with experience)
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly organized and design-savvy Project Manager
to lead architectural projects from concept through construction. You will act as the primary point of contact for clients and consultants while managing a team of designers and coordinating closely with our internal construction and millwork divisions. This role is ideal for a candidate who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-oriented, high-end residential environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the lead project architect and client liaison throughout all project phases
- Manage design documentation, scheduling, and consultant coordination (civil, structural, MEP)
- Oversee internal design staff (junior designers, coordinators, and renderers)
- Coordinate seamlessly with RS Mannino's construction and millwork teams during preconstruction and construction phases
- Review construction progress and respond to RFIs and submittals in collaboration with the field team
- Ensure deliverables meet the firm's standards for design excellence, technical accuracy, and client expectations
- Lead zoning/code research and support permit filing in local jurisdictions
- Track project budgets, hours, and milestones using our project management systems
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited institution
- 6+ years of experience in custom residential architecture, preferably high-end or legacy homes
- Registered Architect
- Strong leadership and client management skills
- Proficient in Revit
- Familiarity with NJ/NY permitting and residential construction standards
- Experience collaborating with builders, interior designers, and consultants
- Exceptional written, verbal, and organizational communication skills
- Comfortable juggling multiple projects in various phases
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and health benefits
- Paid time off and holidays
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Professional development support
- Exposure to full design-build lifecycle and artisan-quality construction
- A collaborative team that values creativity, growth, and excellence
