What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architectural Project Manager - Federal Studio position at Frankfurt Short Bruza?
Welcome to FSB's Federal Studio, where complex challenges meet purposeful design. Our work supports critical missions, high-performance environments, and facilities that serve those who serve. In this studio, excellence isn't optional-it's expected. We navigate complexity, uphold the highest standards, and deliver solutions that are thoughtful, resilient, and built to last.
We're seeking a Project Manager with experience leading complex federal projects to support our growing Federal Market. The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for leading, managing, and overseeing all activities on assigned projects. The PM serves as the primary advocate and point of contact for the client, ensuring successful delivery aligned with scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
We take pride in delivering work that performs under pressure and stands the test of time. Just as important, we do it together. Our teams collaborate closely, bringing diverse expertise and perspectives to solve challenges, support one another, and deliver meaningful results.
Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership and oversight of assigned projects, ensuring alignment with client goals, federal requirements, and firm standards
- Lead planning and execution of projects across all phases, including development and implementation of Project Strategic Plans
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, leading communication, meetings, and coordination with stakeholders, consultants, and internal teams
- Manage project financial performance, including development and oversight of budgets, schedules, forecasts, and consultant agreements
- Ensure adherence to firm QA/QC standards and project execution protocols, coordinating with technical leadership to maintain quality outcomes
- Monitor project progress, staffing, and workload, proactively identifying risks and implementing solutions to maintain scope, schedule, and budget alignment
Leadership
- Lead by example and model FSB Guiding Principles
- Support delivery of high-quality work on time and within budget
- Build and maintain strong client relationships
- Coach and mentor staff in communication, problem solving, and initiative
- Communicate performance or workload concerns to leadership to support accountability and resolution
Marketing and Business Development
- Support proposal development, interviews, and marketing efforts
- Prepare preliminary scopes, fees, and schedules in collaboration with leadership
- Support negotiation of scope and fees with clients
- Contribute to securing repeat work through strong client service
Project Role
- Lead day-to-day project oversight, ensuring effective coordination between the client, project team, and internal leadership
- Facilitate clear and consistent communication across all stakeholders, including leading project meetings and maintaining alignment on expectations and deliverables
- Drive project planning efforts by coordinating task assignments, staffing, and deliverables in collaboration with the Project Team Leader
- Proactively identify, communicate, and resolve project issues, including scope, schedule, and fee changes, supporting formal change management processes
- Maintain accountability for project performance, ensuring deliverables meet established quality standards, timelines, and budget expectations
- Build and sustain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle, supporting long-term partnerships and repeat work
Required Skills
- Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Proficiency in interpreting drawings, specifications, and scope documents
- Experience managing project financial performance
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools
- Experience with Deltek Vantagepoint preferred
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction, or closely related field
- Licensed Architect or Licensed Engineer required. PMP preferred.
- Federal Project Management experience preferred
At FSB, we take pride in delivering thoughtful, high-quality work that stands the test of time. If you're a proactive leader who enjoys solving complex challenges and building strong client relationships, you'll find a great fit here.
Frankfurt-Short-Bruza Associates, P.C. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Frankfurt-Short-Bruza Associates, P.C. provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.