Senior Architect/Project Manager

Lead the Next Chapter of Architecture

Group 4 Design, recognized as one of the best places to work in Jacksonville, is a dynamic multidisciplinary design firm specializing in architecture, interior design, and planning. Our work includes multifamily, mixed-use, hospitality, retail, corporate, adaptive reuse, education and community-focused projects.

As we continue to grow, we are expanding our disciplines, markets, and project types. We are looking for an experienced project leader who can guide teams, support clients, manage deadlines, and help strengthen how projects move through the studio.

Why Work with Us?

At Group 4 Design, we take pride in our energetic, passionate, and talented team of architects, designers, and project leaders. Our creative and social work environment fosters collaboration, innovation, mentorship, and professional growth.

We are excited to announce that we are seeking a motivated and experienced Architect/Senior Project Manager to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who can lead projects with confidence, communicate clearly, manage moving parts, and keep teams aligned from kickoff through closeout.

Role Description

The Architect/Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading and managing projects across multiple phases and project types. This role guides clients, consultants, stakeholders, and internal teams through project milestones while supporting schedules, budgets, deliverables, documentation, and quality control.

The Architect/Senior Project Manager will serve as a primary point of contact for project owners and key stakeholders, coordinate directly with design teams and consultants, and help ensure projects are delivered in alignment with G4 standards and project goals.

This position requires someone who understands both the technical and relational sides of project management. The right candidate can lead meetings, delegate tasks, track progress, manage expectations, identify risks early, and keep projects moving.

Responsibilities Include:

Lead and manage projects of varying types from kickoff to delivery in alignment with G4 design, quality, and production standards
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and key stakeholders
Lead internal team, client, and stakeholder meetings and presentations
Define and manage project scope, schedules, budgets, staffing needs, and deliverables.
Mange project schedules, budgets, milestones, and delivery
Collaborate with Interior Design, Operations, Studio Leads, and project teams to support successful project outcomes
Manage the development and coordination of technical documents, project plans, product specifications, and deliverables
Participate in and support firmwide peer reviews and QA/QC reviews for phase deliverables
Mentor Project Managers and Coordinators through delegated tasks and daily coordination

We’d Love to Hear from You If You Have:

8+ years of professional experience in architecture, interior design, construction, or a related design field
Strong experience managing projects from kickoff through completion
Experience managing schedules, budgets, client expectations, consultant coordination, and project deliverables
Commercial, multifamily, hospitality, corporate, adaptive reuse, mixed-use, or other related project experience
Strong understanding of architectural and/or interior design project phases, documentation, specifications, and construction coordination
Experience leading internal project teams and coordinating with consultants and contractors
Experience reviewing drawings, specifications, project documents, or deliverables for quality and coordination
Strong communication, leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to mentor junior staff, delegate tasks clearly, and support accountability across a project team
Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, or similar project/documentation tools
Professional licensure, registration, or certification in architecture, interior design, project management, or a related field is a plus

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a confident and organized project leader who understands how to balance clients, teams, schedules, budgets, and deliverables without losing sight of the design intent.

This person should be comfortable leading meetings, managing communication, coordinating with team and all stakeholders, tracking project performance, mentoring team members, and helping improve the way projects are delivered across the firm.

Pay: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Happy hour
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Relocation assistance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person