Project Manager – Education

Arcadis

Project Manager leading architectural projects at Arcadis, ensuring quality and client satisfaction in education facilities. Managing multidisciplinary teams and overseeing project deliverables.

Posted 8/1/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $88,000 - $133,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architectural project management, including planning, execution, and client liaison, while ensuring compliance with quality standards and budget constraints. Proficient in leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex projects within the educational architecture sector.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Architectural Project ManagementClient LiaisonBuilding Codes KnowledgeRevit ProficiencyLeadership and Mentorship

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Hard Skills

Architectural DesignConstruction DocumentationProject Financial ManagementQuality AssuranceBuilding Construction KnowledgePermittingSpecifications DevelopmentTechnical CoordinationScope ManagementContract Administration

Soft Skills

Client ServiceProblem-SolvingDecision-MakingWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

RevitBluebeamMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

Architectural License in OregonBachelor’s Degree in ArchitectureMaster’s Degree in Architecture

Industry Keywords

Educational ArchitectureK–12 ProjectsConstruction AdministrationArchitectural DetailingMultidisciplinary Teams

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of multiple architectural projects while maintaining alignment with client expectations, contractual requirements, quality standards, budget, and schedule
Manage projects through programming, concept design, design development, construction documentation, permitting, construction administration, and closeout
Serve as the primary client liaison; define objectives, confirm scope, communicate progress, and maintain client satisfaction
Develop and manage project work plans, staffing, schedules, fees, budgets, milestones, and deliverables
Monitor project financial performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to support profitable delivery
Coordinate project teams, clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies to support timely decisions and project delivery
Lead architectural design and technical coordination, including code compliance, constructability, specifications, and integration of consultant work
Direct the preparation of accurate, coordinated construction documents in accordance with established standards and quality procedures
Plan and support quality assurance and quality control reviews
Administer owner and consultant agreements; manage scope changes and support preparation of proposals, fee estimates, and contracts
Lead construction-phase services, including site observations, RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, substitutions, change documentation, contractor pricing review, and project closeout
Resolve design, technical, contractual, and delivery issues within the project scope and escalate matters when appropriate
Lead, mentor, and develop project team members; assign work, establish expectations, and support accountability and professional growth
Prepare and deliver client, stakeholder, community, and public presentations, including school board presentations when required
Support marketing, business development, and client relationship initiatives as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture
Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in an architectural design practice, including management of complex projects and multidisciplinary teams
Architectural license in Oregon preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of building construction, architectural detailing, building codes, permitting, construction documents, specifications, and construction administration
Proven ability to manage project scope, contracts, fees, budgets, schedules, staffing, documentation, and financial performance
Strong client service, presentation, problem-solving, decision-making, and written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities under deadline pressure
Ability to develop architectural solutions independently and collaboratively while maintaining design intent, technical quality, and client standards
Proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related project collaboration tools
Experience with educational architecture, particularly K–12 projects, preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and vision
EAP
401K
STD
LTD
AD&D
life insurance
paid parental leave
reward & recognition program
optional benefits including wellbeing benefits
adoption assistance
tuition reimbursement
nine paid holidays
15 days PTO that accrue per year