Senior Project Manager

Description

At Grace Design Studios, we believe that great people design places that matter. Our work is grounded in strengthening the communities we serve, and we are committed to creating an environment where our people feel supported, valued, and empowered to do great work.

As we continue to grow, we are expanding our presence in Central Texas and are seeking a Senior Project Manager who is excited to play a key role in establishing and growing our footprint along the I-35 corridor. This role is ideal for a proven leader who brings strong client relationships and a track record of generating and securing work in the region.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of project execution, from initial planning and design through construction and closeout, ensuring alignment with client goals and firm standards.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve project success, maintaining efficiency and cost-effectiveness throughout the process.
• Oversee administrative and technical coordination, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget compliance across multiple disciplines.
• Serve as the primary client liaison, maintaining strong communication, managing expectations, and fostering long-term relationships.
• Prepare proposals, contracts, and fee estimates for large-scale and complex projects, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
• Actively manage project budgets, schedules, and programs to ensure profitability and timely delivery.
• Lead, mentor, and support project teams and less experienced project managers, promoting professional growth and high performance.
• Coordinate with consultants and internal teams to integrate design, technical, and construction requirements effectively.
• Oversee project documentation, reporting, and communications to ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance with firm standards.
• Conduct regular project reviews to evaluate progress, quality, and client satisfaction, and proactively address issues to maintain success.
  
  

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture from an accredited program; licensure required.
• 20 years of professional experience managing complex architectural projects across all phases.
• Demonstrated success in business development, including generating work and maintaining key client relationships.
  
  

Benefits

• Employer-paid health insurance, effective the 1st of the month after date of hire
• Profit sharing bonuses
• 401(k) plan with an employer match
• Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life and AD&D insurance
• Other voluntary benefits including vision, dental, accident insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and supplemental life insurance are available
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
  
  

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to be part of something bigger—helping to build and shape a growing presence in Central Texas while working alongside a team that is passionate about meaningful design.

At Grace, you’ll have the support, flexibility, and opportunity to grow your career while contributing to work that makes a real impact.

Architecture