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The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding an Architectural Project Manager to our team based in Albany, NY.  

Why Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges.  Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world.  For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.  Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.  Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference.  Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Position Summary:
The Architectural Project Manager (PM) is responsible for leading and coordinating all phases of architectural projects. This role requires a balance of design leadership, technical expertise, client management, and team coordination within a multidisciplinary environment. The Project Manager ensures that project goals for quality, schedule, and budget are achieved while maintaining compliance with applicable codes, standards, and client requirements.

The Architectural PM serves as the primary point of contact between the client, internal design teams, consultants, and contractors. They oversee project workflows, manage resources, and facilitate communication across disciplines to deliver integrated, high-performing solutions. This position requires strong organizational and leadership skills, a thorough understanding of architectural practice, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.

Essential Job Functions:
The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Provide technical and design leadership for interdisciplinary project teams, ensuring coordination among architecture, engineering, and specialty disciplines to achieve integrated, high-quality design solutions. 
• Develop, maintain, and strengthen client relationships; manage project communications, contracts, and deliverables to ensure alignment with client goals, budgets, and expectations. 
• Support business development initiatives by identifying new opportunities, contributing to proposals and presentations, and helping expand the firm's presence in emerging markets and sectors.
• Manage the financial performance of multiple projects, including budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, and monitoring of project profitability and resource utilization.
• Mentor and support junior and mid-level professionals, fostering professional growth, teamwork, and a collaborative design culture.
• Contribute to firm leadership by providing input on design quality, project delivery processes, and continuous improvement of professional, technical, and business practices.
• Conduct all project activities in accordance with internal quality management procedures, applicable building codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and remain current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices to enhance project delivery and design innovation.
• Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to health and safety policies and promptly reporting all incidents or concerns in the office and on project sites.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support firm and project objectives.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture or related field.
• Twelve or more (12+) years of experience working in the design/construction field, with a minimum of five (5) years in project management.
• New York State Architectural License
• Experience in K-12 educational facilities 
• Active and clear driver's license, including a successful clearance of a Motor Vehicle history check.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods while performing computer-based tasks, attending meetings, or preparing design documentation.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate computers, printers, and other office equipment.
• Visual acuity to review detailed drawings, specifications, and computer screens for extended periods.
• Ability to clearly communicate through speech, hearing, and written correspondence in person, virtually, and via telephone.
• Ability to travel to and from project sites, client meetings, and other offices as required.
• Physical capability to walk, stand, climb stairs or ladders, and navigate uneven terrain, active construction sites, and partially completed structures.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials, drawings, or equipment weighing up to approximately 25 pounds.
• Capacity to use personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, vests, and steel-toed boots when required.
• Tolerance for varying environmental conditions, including exposure to weather, noise, and dust during site visits.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors:

• The majority of work is performed in a professional office setting with a collaborative, team-oriented atmosphere.
• Work involves extensive use of computers, digital communication tools, and design software in an open or hybrid office environment.
• This role requires frequent interaction with project teams, clients, consultants, and other stakeholders through in-person meetings, video conferences, and phone calls.
• Periodic travel to construction sites, client offices, and off-site meetings is required.
• Work at project sites may involve exposure to active construction environments, including noise, dust, varying temperatures, and weather conditions.
• The position requires adaptability to shifting project priorities, client expectations, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Work may occasionally involve tight deadlines, multiple concurrent projects, and high attention to detail under time-sensitive conditions.
• Collaboration across multiple time zones or with remote team members may be necessary, depending on project scope and firm structure.

Additional Information:

• This is a full-time, regular position, with typically standard working hours between 8am - 5pm, Monday through Friday. However, this position may require occasional extended hours to meet project milestones, deadlines, or client needs.
• This position is considered hybrid, with a 40% office presence, 30% site visits and/or client meetings, and 30% remote presence (ability to work from a home location). This arrangement is subject to review and may change based on project need or at the company's discretion.    

Anticipated Hiring Range: 

• $100,000 - $125,000. Please note that this range reflects the pay scale that Tetra Tech reasonably expects to pay for the role. The salary will also depend on various factors, such as job duties and requirements, and relevant experience and skills.

Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.