Architect Project Manager

Senior Project Manager - Federal Architecture

Lead Meaningful Projects. Shape the Built Environment. Grow Your Impact.

Are you ready to lead high-visibility federal projects that make a lasting difference? We're seeking a Senior Project Manager - Federal Architecture to take ownership of complex, multidisciplinary projects-from concept through completion-while shaping environments that serve communities, advance sustainability, and strengthen civic infrastructure.

In this role, you won't just manage projects-you'll lead strategy, influence design, mentor teams, and build lasting client partnerships within a collaborative, employee-owned firm where your voice and expertise truly matter.

Why Join Us?

• Own Your Work: Take the lead on impactful federal projects including civic, research, and government facilities.
• Design with Purpose: Deliver resilient, sustainable solutions that improve communities and the environment.
• Thrive in an Employee-Owned Culture: Your contributions directly influence our success-and your future.
• Grow as a Leader: Mentor rising talent while expanding your own leadership and technical expertise.
• Collaborate with Top Talent: Work alongside architects, planners, and technical experts across a national platform.

What You'll Do

Lead Complex Projects

• Drive the full lifecycle of large, multidisciplinary architectural projects-from early vision through delivery.
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring excellence in quality, schedule, and budget.

Build Strong Client Relationships

• Serve as a trusted advisor to federal clients.
• Participate in client engagement, marketing efforts, and contract discussions.
• Lead design conversations that shape innovative, practical solutions.

Guide and Inspire Teams

• Direct and mentor diverse project teams, providing clear guidance and support.
• Foster collaboration across disciplines to drive successful outcomes.
• Support the growth of less-experienced project managers.

Deliver Results with Impact

• Manage project finances with confidence-tracking performance, identifying risks, and maintaining profitability.
• Implement QA/QC processes to ensure precision and excellence in every deliverable.
• Champion sustainable design and forward-thinking building technologies.

Shape the Future

• Contribute to regional and federal market strategies.
• Bring insight into evolving client needs and regulatory landscapes.
• Help drive innovation across the practice.

What You Bring

Core Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture
• Licensed Architect (required)
• 10+ years of architecture experience, including 5+ years leading projects
• Proven success managing complex, large-scale projects and teams
• Strong financial, organizational, and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities

Technical Expertise

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
• Ability to lead design and production discussions with multidisciplinary teams
• Experience balancing multiple deadlines and priorities

Preferred

• Federal project experience
• LEED or sustainability-focused design experience
• PMP certification
• Revit and AutoCAD proficiency
• Familiarity with innovative and resilient design strategies

What It's Like to Work Here

You'll join a national architecture and engineering firm known for its collaborative, inclusive, and employee-owned culture. Here, your ideas are welcomed, your growth is supported, and your contributions matter.

• Work in a dynamic, team-driven environment
• Engage directly with clients and stakeholders
• Be part of a culture built on trust, respect, and shared success

Note: This role requires eligibility to pass a federal background check. Local candidates are preferred.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're a strategic leader who thrives on complexity, collaboration, and creating meaningful places, we'd love to connect with you.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Charlotte, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $64.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Charlotte,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 2, 2026.

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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.