Project Manager (Higher Education)

Driven by global thinking and local impact, Hanbury is an architecture firm that designs environments for people.  With practical optimism, we push the boundaries of what's possible while staying rooted in what's indispensable. We design experiences that naturally draw people in – ones that are curated, aspirational, and a refreshing departure from the ordinary.  Through acting with empathy, planning adaptably, and designing holistically, we deliver ideas with stretch.  Learn more about Hanbury here.

We’re looking for a dynamic and experienced Project Manager who is a firmwide leader responsible for guiding the design, delivery, and execution of complex architecture projects in the Higher Education market from inception through completion. This role is accountable for ensuring design excellence, financial performance, client satisfaction, and project progress. Working closely with Managing Principals, Principal Client Leaders, clients, and project team members, the Project Manager leads multidisciplinary teams, strengthens client relationships, and the team’s development across multiple offices and sectors.

Job Responsibilities

Project Leadership Execution

• Collaborates continuously with Design Principal and Market Leaders to win work and deliver services for projects in the Higher Education market
• Direct and provide expert direction throughout all phases of design and construction for architecture and planning projects
• Oversee and lead project teams in the delivery of work that aligns with client goals, the firm’s design standards, and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with project leaders to establish and manage project budget, schedules, and project’s progress
• Provide leadership to staff by identifying team members’ roles and responsibilities, leveraging their strengths, providing stretch opportunities, and offering mentorship

Client Engagement Communication

• Serve as a point of contact for clients, developing trust-based relationships through proactive communication, effective problem-solving, and design advocacy
• Guide client conversations to define project vision, goals, programmatic needs, budget, and schedule
• Lead project meetings, deliver presentations, and manage expectations throughout the design and construction process

Project Planning Financial Management

• Develop and manage project work plans, schedules, and staffing strategies to align resources with project goals
• Proactively apply subject-matter expertise in codes, building systems, and modeling to identify potential problems/solutions
• Direct and review activities of architects, designers and other staff providing services for the firm
• Prepare fee proposals and negotiate contracts with clients and consultants in coordination with project leaders
• Maintain accurate project financials using Deltek Vantagepoint, including budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, and consultant payments

Construction Administration

• Oversee the construction phase, including submittal review, site observation, payment certification, and resolution of field conditions
• Advise the client and contractor on interpretation of documents and support issue resolution in a timely and professional manner
• Determine substantial and final completion in collaboration with all stakeholders