Senior Architectural Project Manager - Multifamily Housing

Company: JLG Architects
Location: Sioux Falls
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Full-time Description SUMMARY Senior Project Managers co-lead or lead pursuits and run the most complex large-scale projects. While keeping the big picture in mind, you understand the client and project’s needs, chart the course, foster relationships and monitor progress to ensure your team is on track to meet budgets, schedules, and goals. You do this all while providing quality documents and a highly satisfied client and team experience. Why JLG? Because we work together to empower the future of architecture and design, driving dynamic solutions that make lives better. We are employee owners, collectively invested in the success of our clients, communities, and each other. Our candidates bring a diverse background of talent, a spirit of collaboration, and an enduring desire to help others thrive. At JLG, you will find inspiration to ignite change, challenge the status quo, and build resilient foundations for the next generation of education, healthcare, sports, and civic, cultural, and commercial service. RESPONSIBILITIES Meet/Exceed profit plan and achieve BD targets. Follow Front End Alignment process to create, evaluate, and align scope, along with resources and compensation prior to issuing proposals. Co-Lead or Lead in proposal writing and interviews. Create raving fans, repeat clients, and client referrals. Develop and maintain a workplan to meet project goals and schedule. Hold team accountable for tasks and milestones. Obtain buy-in and guide client through decisions and the design process. Provide High Quality Documents. Achieve a QA rating 4 & CO Follow JLG processes to provide high quality documents that meet JLG and industry standards, as well as code and technical requirements. Ensure documents are well coordinated and meet project program and goal outcomes. All other duties as assigned. Requirements 3 years of multi-family housing is required 10 years of business, architecture or project management experience Bachelors degree in Business, Project Management or related field Evidence of successful achievements of project goals, budgets, and schedules for projects with a $30M construction budget Highly-developed problem solver, and verbal, graphic, and written communicator Demonstrated negotiation skills with ability to gain client confidence, hold difficult conversations, and display confidence in public speaking and presentations Clear understanding of architectural business and construction process to budget, plan, and deliver throughout a project Advanced knowledge of building code, science, and project processes PREFERRED Current Architectural Licensure Evidence of community stewardship with the ability to create brand awareness and build relationships to win work Revit proficiency Evidence of successful achievements of project goals, budgets, and schedules for projects with a $50M construction budget All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k with employer match, employee ownership opportunities through ESOP, and performance-based bonuses. Compensation for this role is determined based on location, experience, and skills.

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