Project Manager; Architecture

Position: Project Manager (Architecture)
About SHP

At SHP, we design more than just buildings - we create experiences that inspire people to learn, work, and connect. With a legacy that spans over 120 years, SHP is a nationally recognized architecture and engineering firm committed to shaping environments that positively impact communities and improve lives.

Our work is driven by purpose, fueled by curiosity, and built on collaboration. From visionary schools and innovative workplaces to civic and cultural spaces, we approach every project with creativity, technical excellence, and a deep commitment to sustainability and inclusion.

We're proud to offer a workplace culture that values people as much as process. At SHP, you'll find a team that supports your growth, challenges your thinking, and celebrates your contributions. Whether you're designing, engineering, managing, or supporting our projects, your work will matter - and so will you.

Join us, and help shape what's next.

The Opportunity

As a Project Manager at SHP, you'll be responsible for guiding projects from kickoff through completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, on budget, and aligned with client expectations. This role is ideal for a professional who enjoys bringing clarity to complexity, coordinating teams, and building trusted client relationships.

You'll work closely with Project Architects, engineers, consultants, and clients to manage scope, schedule, and budget while supporting a collaborative, high-performing project team. You'll play a critical role in balancing big-picture goals with day-to-day execution and will be a key contributor to project success across our education, civic, and workplace markets.

If you are organized, proactive, and motivated by delivering meaningful work through strong relationships and thoughtful planning, this role offers an opportunity to grow your impact at SHP.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage project scope, schedule, and budget across all phases of design and construction.

* Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, fostering clear communication and trust throughout the project lifecycle.

* Coordinate with Project Architects, engineering disciplines, interior design, and consultants to ensure aligned and efficient project delivery.

* Develop and maintain project work plans, schedules, and fee tracking tools.

* Monitor project financial performance and collaborate with leadership to address risks, changes, or opportunities.

* Lead client meetings, consultant coordination calls, and internal project check-ins.

* Support contract administration, including change management, invoicing coordination, and consultant agreements.

* Identify and proactively resolve issues related to scope, schedule, budget, and team coordination.

* Contribute to continuous improvement of project management tools, processes, and best practices within the firm.

Key Requirements

Education & Credentials

* Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.

Experience

* Proven experience supporting or managing building projects through multiple phases.

* Experience working on education, civic, or institutional projects preferred.

* Demonstrated ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and manage client relationships.

Project Management Skills

* Strong understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, and scope management.

* Familiarity with standard A/E project delivery methods and consultant coordination.

* Experience with project management software and financial tracking tools is a plus.

Communication & Collaboration

* Strong written and verbal communication skills.

* Ability to stay organized, manage competing priorities, and follow through on details.

* Collaborative mindset with a solutions-oriented approach to challenges.

Location & Travel Expectations

This role is based in one of our physical office locations-Cincinnati, OH;
Columbus, OH; or Greensboro, NC-and is ideal for candidates who thrive in a highly collaborative, in person environment. Being onsite allows for deeper day to day engagement with peers and project teams, faster decision making, and organic moments of creativity and mentorship that emerge through shared space.

At the same time, many of our most meaningful opportunities-client-facing and internal-happen beyond the walls of the office. Travel is a key part of how we build relationships, gather insight from the people we design for, and bring our ideas to life alongside clients and partners. Whether it's participating in discovery sessions, facilitating workshops, or gaining on the ground understanding of a project's context, travel enables us to show up where it matters.

Candidates for this role should be willing and able to travel as needed, often with short notice, to support firmwide priorities, strengthen client connections, and grow their impact across markets. We view this flexibility as a way to expand visibility, build trust, and access the kind of hands-on experiences that fuel career growth.

SHP is an Equal…