SR. Project Manager - Mission Critical (Architecture)

Job Description

About Us: We are a top-ranked, full-service architectural, master planning, and design firm with a presence and a diverse portfolio spanning retail, hospitality, multifamily, commercial, mission-critical, healthcare, and more exciting and growing sectors. With over four decades of excellence, we're known for innovation, efficiency, and our collaborative studio culture that encourages leadership development and design excellence.

About the Opportunity: We’re seeking a Senior Project Manager with deep expertise in Mission Critical, Data Centers, and Science & Technology (S&T) projects. This is a key strategic hire offering a fast-track path to leadership within a nationally recognized firm. It’s an ideal opportunity for a driven architectural professional ready to make a meaningful impact and grow with a firm that offers uncapped potential and long-term career advancement.

• Position: Senior Project Manager – Architecture (Mission Critical | Data Centers | S&T) -
• Locations (Flexible/Open): NYC | San Diego | Irvine | San Jose | Oakland | Chicago | Boston (East Coast)
• Flexible Schedule: TBD based on experience, location, etc.

Key Responsibilities

• Architectural Project Manager experience; duties, leading projects, managing team, deliverables, design through construction phases, project delivery, team collaboration with staff, leadership, and client management, etc.
• Lead the architectural design and project delivery process across all phases – from conceptual design through construction administration.
• Manage client relationships, ensure project objectives and deadlines are met, and maintain design integrity and quality standards.
• Direct and mentor junior staff, delegating tasks and overseeing documentation, detailing, and coordination with consultants.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants to manage project budgets, timelines, and approvals.
• Serve as a key point of contact for client presentations and jurisdictional reviews.

Qualifications – (What You Need)

• 10+ years of experience in architectural projects as a Project Manager
• BS in Architecture and/or MS in Architecture
• 5+ years of (recent and proven) experience managing projects in the Mission Critical sector (Data Centers S&T)
• Strong technical knowledge of building codes, construction documentation, and permitting processes
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and design software tools
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• CA Registered Architect/NCARB License is nice to have, but not mandatory

What We Offer - (Competitive Full Package + Unique Opportunity)

• Competitive salary: $140-160,000+ starting (DOE)
• Bonus - Performance/Project-based (EOY)
• Full Benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401K
• PTO: 3 weeks
• Paid Holidays
• Clear path with fast-track promotion potential
• Flexible Schedule: Open pending experience, location, etc. (Local to one of our studios/locations)

Interested & Qualified? Apply today to this job ad & email your updated resume/work to ian.kerr@bancroftsp.com for a prompt review and consideration

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