About AMDG:

AMDG Architects is a fast-paced, high-touch, architectural, interiors, and site design firm in Grand Rapids, Michigan that prioritizes excellent work and unmatched client service.

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager that will play a pivotal role in leading and managing medium- to large-scale complex commercial architectural projects from conception to completion.  The Sr. Project Manager will oversee all aspects of project delivery, ensuring quality, timeliness, and client satisfaction. Working closely with Project Leaders, this person will leverage their experience and expertise in project management and team leadership to successfully deliver projects within AMDG’s proven process.  An excellent communicator and collaborator, this person excels at leading cross-functional teams, including internal teams, consultants, and clients.  As the primary point of contact on assigned projects, this person has excellent stakeholder management skills and consistently leads by example and demonstrates AMDG’s core values.

If you align with our core values, are detail-driven, collaborative, and eager to lead a team that delivers excellent design, we’d love to meet you.

Core Values:

• Built to Serve: Using our skills and talents to serve others is the purpose behind everything we do. If our work can bring delight—in ways big and small—we are fulfilling our mission.
• Driven to Improve: As individuals and as a team, we continually test ideas and search for areas to improve. It is woven into our culture. We push ourselves not because we’re obligated, but because each of us is driven to become better.
• Energized by Challenge: We run toward, not away, from challenge. Our willingness to face complex problems and team with others to create the best possible solution, sets our people and our work apart.
• Defined by Excellence: We define excellence by the results we deliver for our clients. Getting there isn’t easy. It takes grit, follow-through, and an abiding commitment to teamwork. For us, excellence is a goal we never stop striving for—with intention, humility, and genuine enthusiasm.

Primary Responsibilities:

Project Management

• Lead project teams through all project phases (design through construction administration) on primarily medium to large-scale commercial projects.
• Work closely with the project leader to establish project objectives and constraints, assessing for risk and implementing appropriate mitigation measures.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining regular communication to understand project requirements, identify and resolve project issues, and provide project updates.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and allocation of resources to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.
• Manage and coordinate project teams, including AMDG team members, consultants, and construction managers.
• Work closely with the project leader to implement appropriate quality assurance measures through all project phases (QC’s, Design Reviews, Budget Checks, etc)
• Reviews and approves pay applications, invoices and change orders.
• Establishes and leads project-related meetings, develops agendas, and distributes meeting minutes.
• Working closely with the Design Services Manager, review and negotiate contracts with clients, contractors, and consultants to ensure alignment with project objectives and stakeholder interests.

Group Leader

• Serve as group leader to assigned AMDG team members, mentoring and leading by example through AMDG’s core values.
• Working with the Design Services Manager, responsible for leading, establishing and supporting professional development goals of assigned group members.
• Conduct quarterly and annual performance reviews for all group members.
• Foster collaboration and teamwork within assigned group, recognizing accomplishments and guiding areas for improvement.

Project Management Discipline Lead

• Serves as Project Management thought leader within the Discipline Leads team and guides best practices and process improvements.
• Remains knowledgeable of industry trends/PM best practices and helps implement as appropriate within AMDG’s project delivery process.
• Develops and supports team members with project management processes and supports utilization/creation of project management resources and tools.
• Informs and prioritizes quarterly and annual objectives related to the Discipline Leads team and sits on appropriate tasks forces as required.

Why Join AMDG?

• Meaningful Projects: Your experience and expertise will allow you to serve and grow through meaningful mission-driven and visionary projects. Our project portfolio and client base value excellent, result-driven designs.
• Continuity from Start to Finish: Senior team members stay engaged through all project phases, ensuring design integrity and deep client collaboration.
• Stability & Reputation: We hold a 33-year track record of successful outcomes that has resulted in long-standing client relationships, a talented, high-performing team, and a reputation for full-spectrum collaboration and an industry-leading standard of excellence.
• Collaborative Culture: In-office work Monday–Thursday supports hands-on design, mentorship, and shared learning. Remote work available on Fridays.
• Comprehensive Compensation + Benefits: Competitive salary; Medical, dental, vision (~80% employer-paid), short- and long-term disability, life insurance (100% employer-paid)
• Retirement Planning: Simple IRA with 3% match
• Paid Leave: Flexible leave programs including paid time off, sick leave, and others.
• Paid Parking: Nearby lots to our downtown studio, walkable location
• Professional Growth: Mentor-rich environment (opportunities to mentor and be mentored), paid licensure/exam fees (Michigan), CEU opportunities

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master of Architecture degree or significant experience serving as a project manager in the architecture industry.
• Licensed architect preferred but not required.
• 10+ years of relevant professional experience, leading medium to large scale commercial projects.
• Exceptional communicator and team player, with a strong collaborative attitude.
• Excellent stakeholder management and engagement skills.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and manage large-scale complex commercial design projects through all project phases.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with a solutions-driven mindset and ability to navigate and simplify complex challenges.
• Proficiency in project management and design tools preferred (e.g. Procore, Deltek/ERP’s, Bluebeam, Revit).
• Alignment with mission + values of the firm.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Please send your cover letter, resume, portfolio, and compensation expectations to be considered. Incomplete applications may not be reviewed.