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Architectural Project Manager – Government Projects

Position Summary

Join our partner firm, GastingerWalker&, as an experienced Project Architect / Project Manager to lead the design and coordination of complex architectural projects, with a strong emphasis on government work (DOD, GSA, USACE, and related agencies).

This role is ideal for a highly organized, technically skilled, and collaborative professional who can successfully guide projects from concept through construction. The Project Architect / Project Manager will serve as a key point of contact for clients, internal teams, and consultants, ensuring design excellence, technical accuracy, and timely delivery of project milestones.

The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise, strong design sensibility, and proven experience delivering high-quality architectural projects within a team-oriented environment.

The Perks!

• The opportunity to lead meaningful, high-impact projects
• A collaborative, design-driven studio environment
• Clear pathways for professional growth and leadership development
• A competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

Company Overview

GastingerWalker&, a proud member of the HFW Companies network of partner firms, was founded in 1981 and is comprised of a diverse group of committed, insightful, and progressive-minded professionals who are passionate about the art, process, and impact of architecture and design.

The firm's business philosophy is rooted in developing long-term client relationships rather than one-time projects. GastingerWalker& believes true success is achieved by delivering exceptional service, earning client trust, and maintaining a strong commitment to partner involvement, design integrity, and respect for client budgets.

At the core of the firm is a progressive, integrated approach to design-one that views each element of a project as essential to the whole. Through close collaboration between architects and interior designers, the firm develops a comprehensive understanding of each project, from building systems and user needs to creating engaging environments and a strong sense of place. The result is thoughtfully designed, integrated environments that go beyond visual appeal to positively influence how clients experience and interact with their spaces.

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Essential Responsibilities:

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Support architectural projects from initial concept through construction administration, ensuring design excellence, technical accuracy, and adherence to project schedules
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining clear priorities, timelines, and deliverables

Client & Consultant Communication

• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing clear communication, design presentations, and regular progress updates
• Facilitate coordination among multidisciplinary engineering teams and external consultants
• Represent the firm in on-site and off-site meetings, including client workshops, construction meetings, and consultant coordination sessions

Technical & Documentation Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and coordinate architectural drawings, specifications, and project documentation
• Ensure design solutions comply with applicable building codes, zoning regulations, and project requirements
• Lead construction administration efforts, including RFIs, submittals, site visits, punch lists, and ongoing contractor communication

Team Collaboration & Studio Culture

• Collaborate closely with firm leadership to support project planning, resource allocation, and adherence to firm standards
• Contribute to a positive, productive, and collaborative studio culture through daily in-office engagement

Qualifications:

Required

• Minimum of 10 years of professional architectural experience
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture
• Professional architectural licensure preferred or active pursuit of licensure
• Strong technical proficiency in Revit and related design and documentation tools
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and lead multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client management skills
• Ability to work full-time on-site and attend client and project meetings as required
• Ability to obtain government security clearances, as needed

Preferred

• Experience with MILCON, GSA, or other government projects
• Working knowledge of FAR clauses and UFC requirements

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• The HFW Companies

• CRANSTON

• KFM Engineering & Design

• Taney Engineering & Land Surveying

• INVISION Planning | Architecture | Interiors

• GastingerWalker&

• Kuo & Associates

• 4Ward Land Surveying

• HSQ Group

• Miller Legg
• Southwest Engineers
• MAA

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