Join a team where design meets purpose. At RLF, we create high-performance environments that inspire and nurture the human spirit. For over 90 years, we have been a nationally recognized architecture, engineering, and interior design firm. With a focus on healthcare and federal projects, we deliver impactful, innovative spaces that shape communities and improve lives.

We’re a passionate, collaborative team that values excellence, relationships, and fun. If you're looking to make a difference through meaningful work, let’s build something great together. We make places that perform.

The Project Manager will work with project teams of Architects and Engineers for client projects. This position will actively participate in client projects from marketing proposal through fee proposal, design, permitting, and construction. The Project Manager will contribute to the project success by helping the team to achieve project goals for scope, deliverables (reports, drawings, specifications), schedule, client budget, internal project budget, quality control, and client satisfaction. This role will require the expertise and years of experience to be entrusted with performing all aspects of the Project Manager role as directed by the Market Sector Leader.

Responsibilities

• Successfully contribute to multi-disciplinary efforts and manage project activities
• Holds project teams responsible for best practices and quality expectations. 
• Manages project in accordance with RLF guidelines and responsible for project  communications and documentation. 
• Monitors and manages contracts, project financial performance, invoicing and collections. Responsible for forecasting, developing, tracking, and revising project budgets and schedules.
• Establishing project plans, milestones, and coordination with internal and external team members to align to these project plans.
• Leading external team including the coordination of consultants, technical experts, and construction partners to ensure all parties are adhering to standards and processes as it relates to contract requirements and industry best practices.
• Leading internal team members to complete design and documentation for projects of a complex nature. Organizing and leading project meetings.
• Responsible for project scope and controlling out-of-scope work and/or scope creep.
• Manages the execution of lessons learned and project impact post project completion.
• Fosters a positive experience for client through proactive communication and performance.
• Have a critical understanding of organization business, operations, and corporate strategy. 
• Upholds company culture and team member engagement by managing hours and responsibilities throughout the project life cycle.
• Provides guidance, feedback, and support to project managers and other project staff. Helps staff resolve issues and to develop appropriate strategies for the future. Establishes a relationship of trust with mentees and staff to provide advice to find pragmatic solutions to problems.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related discipline. Master’s degree preferred. 
• Licensed professional (e.g., Registered Architect, PE).
• Certification a plus (e.g., PMP, LEED).
• Minimum of 8 years’ Project Management experience, with 3 years or more of DOD experience with increasing responsibility. 
• 1 year of experience with fee proposals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including effective listening, comprehension, and nonverbal communication skills. 
• The ability to present a positive image of RLF at client meetings, business functions, industry conferences, professional association meetings, etc.
• Must be passionate about providing exceptional client service and exceeding client’s needs in order to drive growth for RLF. 
• Strong interpersonal skills including collaboration, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent prioritization and time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated leadership and emotional intelligence skills. 
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and organizational skills. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with diverse groups involved in the design and construction of a project. 
• Ability to handle stress and function well in a high-paced environment.
• Experience with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC).
• Proficiency in MS Office, and Bluebeam Revu. Autodesk Revit, Autodesk Navisworks, BIM360 Design a plus.
• Due to the nature of this position, to comply with US federal government requirements US citizenship is required. 

Why join us?

•  Flexible Work Schedules 
•  Hybrid office (in-office T-Th & WFH M, F)
•  PTO and holidays
•  Paid Health, Dental and Vision Coverage
•  401(k) with Company Match
•  Paid Short & Long-Term Disability
•  Employee Assistance Program
•  Paid Life and AD&D benefits
•  Supplemental Life and Health Insurance Additions
•  Critical Care Insurance
•  Professional Certification Reimbursement
•  Professional Organization Membership Reimbursement
•  Wellness Stipend
•  Tuition Reimbursement
•  Identity Theft Plan and Legal Plan  
•  Volunteer Time Off
•  Pet Insurance 

Amount of Travel Required

This position will require occasional travel, some of which may be international. 

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

RLF conducts background checks and drug screening after an offer of employment has been made. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by RLF or an RLF client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed RLF Placement Agreement from the Director of Human Resources to receive payment for placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the RLF staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to RLF, and any resume submitted to any employee outside of RLF Human Resources, will be considered property of RLF. RLF will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Visa Sponsorship

RLF is not accepting applications for sponsorship at this time (e.g., H-1B or TN Visas). 

EEO Statement

RLF strives to attract and hire the best talent in order to provide a creative and challenging work environment. As such, qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination regardless of age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. RLF is an EO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled affirmative action employer.