Sept. 24, 2026

Senior Architect / Senior Project Manager (K-12)

2Twelve Recruiting Detroit, Michigan

Senior Architect / Senior Project Manager (K-12)

Established, employee-owned architecture firm seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead projects, manage client relationships, mentor project teams, and contribute to the firm's continued growth.

This is a visible senior leadership role for an experienced K-12 architect who can guide projects from initial planning through construction, lead client relationships and project teams, and work closely with firm leadership. The role offers the opportunity to take on broader leadership responsibilities and have a meaningful impact on the firm's future.

Responsibilities

Lead architectural projects from planning and schematic design through construction administration and occupancy

Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, financial performance, and overall delivery

Serve as a key point of contact for clients, consultants, contractors, and internal project teams

Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering and specialty consultants

Lead project meetings and guide teams through design, technical, coordination, and delivery challenges

Participate in client presentations, interviews, and efforts to secure new work

Maintain and develop strong client relationships

Mentor and support project team members

Qualifications

Professional degree in Architecture

Ten (10) or more years of architectural experience

Demonstrated experience leading projects and multidisciplinary teams

Strong client-facing experience with responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, and project delivery

Experience leading K-12 or educational projects

Experience with BIM and architectural production and coordination workflows

Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit

Familiarity with Bluebeam, Navisworks, BIM 360 / ACC, Deltek/Vantage, or similar platforms is a plus

Why Join Us

Established architecture firm with decades of experience serving Michigan clients

Employee-owned company where team members participate in the long-term value and success of the firm

Visible senior-level role working closely with firm leadership

Opportunity to have a meaningful impact on projects, clients, project teams, and the future of the firm

Opportunity for continued professional and leadership growth

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation includes a discretionary annual bonus program and participation in the firm's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), a company-funded benefit that allows employees to share in the long-term value and growth of the firm.

Skills:
Architectural Services, AutoCAD, Budgeting, Construction Administration, Construction Design, Construction Planning, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Deltek Accounting Software, Employee Benefits, Leadership, Mentoring, Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Sales Management, Sales Presentation, Schematics, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, User Documentation

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