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Project Manager – Educational Architecture

Company Name: Crabtree, Rohrbaugh & Associates

Location: Charlottesville, VA

Project Focus: K-12 Educational Facilities

Work Setting: Flexible/Remote (Must be local to Central Virginia for site visits)

Salary: $130,000 – $150,000 Annually (Based on experience and licensure)

Recruited Exclusively By: Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

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Position Overview

Are you ready to move beyond standard design and lead the creation of environments that shape the future of learning? We are seeking a Project Manager to steer the design and delivery of high-impact K-12 educational projects. In this role, you aren't just managing a budget; you are the primary architect of the client experience, transforming pedagogical visions into functional, inspiring physical spaces. This is a mission-critical position for a leader who thrives at the intersection of complex project management and community-focused design.

Joining our team means entering a collaborative studio culture that prizes autonomy and professional impact. We empower our project leaders to take full ownership of their work while providing the resources of a premier architectural firm. Here, you will find a platform where your leadership directly influences the local community, backed by a firm that supports your licensure, professional growth, and work-life harmony through a flexible, results-oriented remote structure.

Core Responsibilities

• Visionary Project Leadership: Architect the project roadmap for multiple K-12 initiatives, steering them from initial concept through final construction and occupancy.

• Strategic Client Management: Act as the authoritative point of contact for educators, school administrators, and community stakeholders, ensuring their educational goals are translated into the built environment.

• Multidisciplinary Orchestration: Lead and integrate cross-functional teams of designers, engineers, and consultants to ensure technical precision and design excellence.

• Financial & Operational Stewardship: Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and fee structures while drafting high-level proposals and contracts.

• Technical Compliance: Ensure all designs exceed building codes, educational standards, and sustainability benchmarks (LEED/CHPS), maintaining the highest level of QA/QC throughout the project lifecycle.

• Mentorship & Culture: Cultivate the next generation of talent by providing guidance to junior staff, fostering an environment of continuous learning and architectural innovation.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Professional Degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch) from an accredited institution.

• Experience: 8+ years of professional experience in architecture, with a demonstrated focus on educational or K-12 projects.

• Software Proficiency: Advanced command of Revit and modern project management software.

• Licensure: Must be a Licensed Architect (AIA).

• Logistics: Ability to reside locally in the Charlottesville/Central Virginia area to facilitate regular work site visits and stakeholder meetings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Sustainability Leadership: LEED AP BD+C or WELL AP credentials.

• Business Acumen: Experience in public bidding processes and Virginia-specific educational facility guidelines (DOE).

• Advanced Coordination: Expertise in navigating complex municipal approvals and community engagement workshops.

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About Crabtree, Rohrbaugh & Associates

Crabtree, Rohrbaugh & Associates is a distinguished architectural firm dedicated to the design of spaces that foster community and intellectual growth. Known for a collaborative and supportive studio environment, the firm focuses on meaningful, legacy-building projects that serve the public good. With a commitment to professional development and a flexible work culture, the firm remains a destination for architects who seek to balance high-level design with a high quality of life.

About Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

Luxus is an exclusive AEC recruiting firm managing this search on behalf of Crabtree, Rohrbaugh & Associates. We partner with the most prestigious structural, civil, and architectural firms in the country to connect top-tier talent with legacy-building opportunities. Not the perfect fit for this role? We still want to hear from you. Our network is constantly expanding with exclusive, unlisted positions across the AEC sector. Connect with us today to discuss your career trajectory.

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