Project Manager

• Manage all aspects of multiple small to mid-sized projects to ensure they are delivered on time, within budget, and to firm quality standards.
• Develop strategic project plans, including schedules, resource loading, critical path milestones, and quality assurance gates.
• Directly manage project profitability by aggressively controlling budgets, estimating fees, and monitoring costs to hit target profit margins.
• Enforce a rigorous Change Order process and manage scope creep to protect the firm’s fees and contractual integrity.
• Oversee mandatory internal Quality Control (QC) reviews to ensure compliance with building codes and firm standards.
• Serve as the primary client liaison, leading communication to ensure project scope and schedules meet client satisfaction.
• Coordinate internal staff assignments and manage external consultants required for project completion.
• Manage the client invoicing cycle and work with accounting to support firm cash flow goals.

• Education: A mandatory professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch) from an accredited program.
• Experience: A minimum of eight (8) years of progressive, full-time professional experience in an architectural practice.
• Financial Expertise: Mastery in managing P&L, estimating fees, and tracking project finances (WIP, burn rate) in real-time.
• Contractual Knowledge: Advanced understanding of the AIA contract suite and protocols for Change Order administration.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead clients and stakeholders, negotiate effectively, and resolve complex conflicts.
• Technical Planning: Mastery of project management tools for planning schedules and coordinating technical and administrative efforts.
• Quality Oversight: A strong commitment to enforcing code compliance (Mid-Atlantic region) and internal QC procedures.

• Architectural Licensure.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Advanced AEC-specific certifications such as LEED AP or CCM.

• Pay Range: $125,000 – $170,000.
• Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; firm-paid Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), Life, and AD&D insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution; and paid parking.
• Flexibility & Time Off: Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, a week-long paid winter closure, “Summer Fridays,” and the option to work remotely every Friday.
• Other Compensation: Eligible for the firm’s discretionary bonus program (mid-year and year-end).

Penney Design Group, LLC is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, ancestry, creed, marital status, genetic information, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Penney Design Group, LLC complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the HR Manager at info@penneydesigngroup.com.