Senior Project Manager Architecture in Vancouver

Job DescriptionJob Description

Senior Project Manager – Architecture

Role

As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead architectural projects from concept through construction while building trusted client relationships and driving business success. This role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and a commitment to design excellence.

• Build and maintain client trust through responsiveness, clear communication, and delivery on commitments
• Represent PM Design with professionalism, integrity, and adherence to the company’s values, ethics, and standards
• Lead projects with a structured, organized, and results‐driven approach
• Manage project schedules with realistic milestones and proactive reporting
• Ensure project profitability
• Meet or exceed QA/QC quality standards, reducing project risk
• Support business development efforts, including pursuing new work and expanding services with existing clients
• Lead, mentor, and develop project teams through feedback, training, and recognition
• Continuously expand technical and leadership knowledge through professional development

Core Competencies

• Construction methodology and documentation
• , state, and local building codes (including accessibility)
• Proposal development, change orders, and scope management
• Project financial management, invoicing, and forecasting
• Risk identification and mitigation
• Staff training, mentoring, and delegation
• Project scheduling and resource planning
• Business development and client relationship management

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership

• Serve as the primary client contact, defining scope, objectives, and expectations
• Lead proposal development, including scope, fees, QA/QC, and client presentations
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules and deliverables
• Lead project kick‐off meetings and coordinate internal and external teams
• Oversee design development, entitlement, permitting, and approvals
• Monitor project budgets, schedules, and resource forecasts, taking corrective action as needed
• Ensure compliance with PMDI standards, CAD requirements, and documentation protocols
• Review construction documents and consultant coordination
• Guide teams through building code compliance, specifications, and life‐safety requirements
• Oversee QA/QC reviews and ensure resolution of all comments
• Lead construction administration activities, including RFIs, submittals, site visits, and punch lists

Client & Team Engagement

• Maintain proactive, professional client communication
• Lead or participate in project and company meetings
• Mentor team members and support career growth
• Act as a technical and professional resource for PM Design staff

Business Development

• Support marketing and business development initiatives
• Expand relationships with existing clients and identify new opportunities
• Represent PM Design Inc. as a trusted industry partner

Requirements

• Architectural Degree, License but not required
• 7-10 years of experience as a Senior Architectural Professional
• Proficient and knowledgeable in REVIT and AutoCAD
• Commercial , retail , restaurant , grocery store experience
• Team management experience required ( Coaching, mentoring and training)

Company DescriptionPM Design Inc is a Nationwide A/E firm with 14 offices, 160+ professionals, and industry‐leading retail, commercial and restaurant clients. Competitive pay, strong benefits, and a people‐first culture.
We’re a collaborative, client‐focused architecture and engineering firm that values partnership, innovation, and accountability. Our teams work together across disciplines and regions to deliver thoughtful, high‐quality design solutions nationwide—while supporting professional growth and a positive, inclusive workplace.

*Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply.Company DescriptionPM Design Inc is a Nationwide A/E firm with 14 offices, 160+ professionals, and industry‐leading retail, commercial and restaurant clients. Competitive pay, strong benefits, and a people‐first culture.\r\nWe’re a collaborative, client‐focused architecture and engineering firm that values partnership, innovation, and accountability. Our teams work together across disciplines and regions to deliver thoughtful, high‐quality design solutions nationwide—while supporting professional growth and a positive, inclusive workplace.\r\n\r\n*Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled are encouraged to apply.