Project Manager

Pfluger Architects

Project Manager leading architectural project teams at Pfluger Architects, ensuring projects meet client expectations and are delivered on time and within budget. Requires significant architectural experience and strong client engagement skills.

Posted 6/12/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as an advocate for the client and internal and external project team.
Lead the coordination of the entire project team, setting schedules, budgets, and programs.
Share content internally with the project team and externally with the client, contractor, and consultants.
Ensure that projects are delivered on schedule and in budget and that the project aligns with the client’s guiding principles and vision.
Continuously evaluate opportunities to add value.
Transition lead responsibility of the project from the Project Architect to the Project Manager during bidding & negotiations and construction phase.
Estimate scope of work and prepare detailed project proposals for clients.
Assist with contract negotiations, ensuring timely review accordingly.
Develop and manage project schedules and resource allocation.
Monitor project timelines and proactively identify risks and delays; propose corrective action as needed.
Build and nurture client relationships, ensuring satisfaction is maintained throughout all stages.
Facilitate communication between the client and project team.
Manage communication during the bid phase and support negotiations as needed.
Conduct shop drawing reviews and manage requests for information, change orders, and proposal requests.
Track and manage project expenses.
Conduct site visits, providing detailed observation reports.
Maintain knowledge of applicable codes, regulations, and standards.
Partner with the Project Architect to facilitate the QA/QC process.
Coach and support junior staff, providing guidance and fostering a culture of collaboration.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Professional degree in Architecture is required.
Licensed Architect in the state of Texas is required.
Minimum of seven years of architectural experience.
Alignment with Pfluger’s purpose of “*inspiring people to create a more meaningful human experience*,” with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
Seasoned knowledge of architecture principles and practices.
Understanding of and proficiency in project management methodologies.
Experience leading and managing all phases of architectural project from design through construction.
Demonstrated proficiency in projects of average size and complexity, historically ensuring excellence, technical accuracy, and timely delivery.
Experience in educational projects is preferred.
Proficiency in Revit is essential. Experience with Bluebeam and Microsoft Office products is highly preferred.
Proven ability to build and sustain strong client relationships, ensuring trust and long-term engagement.
Developed project-level leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate clients and project teams.
Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
Seasoned knowledge of building codes, regulations, and construction processes.
Demonstrated problem solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

The Project Manager must be prepared to commute 3 days per week to Pfluger’s local office and as required to Pfluger’s other offices.

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Hard Skills & Tools

architecture principlesproject management methodologiesRevitBluebeamMicrosoft Officecontract negotiationsscope estimationQA/QC processshop drawing reviewschange order management

Soft Skills

client relationship managementcommunication skillsorganizational skillsproblem solvingleadershipcollaborationattention to detailtime managementrisk identificationteam motivation

Certifications

Licensed Architect in TexasProfessional degree in Architecture