Architectural Project Manager

Job Title: Architectural Project ManagerJob DescriptionThis role leads commercial architectural projects from initial concept through construction completion, serving as a primary client contact while coordinating internal design teams, consultants, project documentation, schedules, budgets, and construction administration activities. The Architectural Project Manager oversees design, production, and construction administration services throughout the entire project lifecycle and plays a key role in maintaining strong client relationships and project financial performance.Responsibilities

• Manage architectural projects from initial programming and conceptual design through construction documents, permitting, construction administration, and project closeout.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, consultants, and internal project teams throughout all phases of the project.
• Develop, coordinate, and review architectural drawings, specifications, details, and complete construction-document packages.
• Lead and coordinate internal project staff and external structural, MEP, civil, and specialty consultants to ensure cohesive and coordinated project delivery.
• Manage project schedules, deliverables, budgets, staffing needs, and overall project financial performance to meet client and firm expectations.
• Review drawings and documentation for quality, constructability, and code compliance, ensuring that all documents meet applicable standards and regulations.
• Oversee construction administration activities, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals and shop drawings, conducting field observations, processing change documentation, and preparing punch lists.
• Communicate regularly with contractors during construction to resolve field issues promptly while maintaining the projects design intent.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting aggressive client schedules and delivering consistent, high-quality work.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships by providing responsive service and helping support a national portfolio of architectural projects.
• Perform design, drafting, and construction administration tasks while effectively managing client expectations and project priorities.

Essential Skills

• Bachelors degree in Architecture; Masters degree in Architecture preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working on commercial or retail architecture projects.
• Proficiency in Revit for architectural design, documentation, and coordination.
• Ability to design and produce drawings in both AutoCAD and Revit.
• Experience in architectural project management, including coordination of design teams and consultants.
• Strong construction administration experience, including RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, field observations, and punch lists.
• Demonstrated ability to produce construction documents and detailed architectural drawings.
• Capability to balance design, drafting, and construction administration responsibilities while managing client expectations.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with clients, contractors, consultants, and internal teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Masters degree in Architecture is preferred.
• Professional registration in Ohio is a plus.
• 5 or more years of retail architecture experience is highly desirable.
• Experience working on a national portfolio of commercial or retail projects is beneficial.
• Interest in professional growth and stepping from a design-focused or junior role into a project management position.
• Ability to build long-term client relationships and contribute to a strong, collaborative team culture.

Work EnvironmentThis position is based in an office environment with in-office work required and the option of one work-from-home day per month. The role involves close collaboration with project directors and project teams, offering strong employee culture and clear growth opportunities, including the chance for emerging architects to step into a project management role. Daily work relies on design and production technologies such as Revit and AutoCAD, as well as standard office and collaboration tools. The environment emphasizes teamwork, professional development, and direct interaction with clients and consultants throughout the project lifecycle. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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