Project Manager Architecture & Design | Houston
Lead Impactful Design Projects as a Project Manager in Houston
Are you an experienced Project Manager ready to lead high-quality design projects in Houston? This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, design-focused studio where your leadership, technical expertise, and creativity will directly shape meaningful work.
As a Project Manager, you will take ownership of projects from early design development through construction, working closely with leadership, consultants, and contractors across the Houston market. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced design environment and is looking to grow within a respected and expanding team in Houston.
Why This Project Manager Role Stands Out
This Project Manager position offers the chance to influence both project outcomes and studio growth in a dynamic Houston design environment.
- Lead projects from concept through construction with real ownership
- Work in a highly collaborative, design-driven studio culture
- Direct access to firm leadership and decision-making
- Diverse mix of commercial and residential design projects in Houston
- Competitive compensation, performance bonuses, and long-term growth potential
- Opportunity to mentor and develop junior team members
- Strong pipeline of work providing stability and career progression
Position Overview
As a Project Manager, you will manage multiple architectural design projects in Houston, ensuring seamless coordination from design development through construction administration. You will play a key role in leading teams, managing consultants, and maintaining quality across all phases of design and documentation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead projects as a Project Manager from design development through construction
- Manage multiple design projects simultaneously across various phases in Houston
- Coordinate closely with Principal Architects on project management and execution
- Lead and mentor junior staff on construction documents, detailing, and code research
- Oversee consultant coordination and ensure clear communication across teams
- QA/QC drawing sets for accuracy, completeness, and design intent
- Manage internal project budgets and support financial tracking
- Coordinate with contractors on pricing, scheduling, and execution in Houston
- Conduct site visits, field reports, and assist with construction administration
- Resolve field issues in collaboration with contractors and project teams
Qualifications
- Professional degree in Architecture required
- 7+ years of experience as a Project Manager in architectural design firm environment
- Licensed Architect preferred
- Proven experience managing projects in Houston or similar markets
- Strong background in commercial and residential design
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams and consultants
- Experience with building envelope detailing and QA/QC processes
- Strong knowledge of building codes and design standards
- Expertise in Autodesk Revit and construction documentation
- Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities
What Youll Gain
- A leadership role as a Project Manager with real impact on design outcomes
- Opportunity to work on diverse, high-quality projects across Houston
- A collaborative, growth-oriented culture that values innovation in design
- Clear path to senior leadership and long-term career advancement
- Stability, strong project pipeline, and supportive team environment
Apply Today
If youre a Project Manager passionate about design and ready to take the next step in your career in Houston, this is your opportunity to join a firm where your expertise and leadership will be valued.