Architectural Project Manager -Real Estate Services
Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems | |
United States, Virginia, Richmond | |
Jul 09, 2026 | |
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Serving as a key architectural leader within Real Estate Services, this role provides professional expertise that bridges healthcare facility planning, design strategy, and enterprise real estate objectives. Positioned at the intersection of clinical operations, capital planning, and architectural execution, the role ensures that facility investments are planned, datainformed, and aligned with longterm organizational priorities.
The Architectural Project Manager - Real Estate provides architectural planning and design leadership for healthcare real estate and capital projects across VCU Health. The role applies professional architectural expertise to space programming, occupancy planning, and datadriven facility strategies that support clinical and operational needs. Acting as a liaison between stakeholders, design teams, and internal partners, the position ensures alignment with regulatory requirements, organizational standards, and design intent. The role also supports process optimization and planning tools to enhance efficiency and decisionmaking across planning and project delivery. Essential Job Statements Strategic Facility & Real Estate Planning
Architectural Planning & Design Oversight
Capital Project Management
Systems, Analytics & Process Improvement
Financial & Performance Oversight
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership Support
Team Development & Continuous Improvement
Patient Population Not applicable to this position. Employment Qualifications Required Education: Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Construction Management from accredited institution and at least five years' experience in collaboration with administrative leadership and team or equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Education: Master's degree in Architecture or Construction Management, or closely related field. Licensure/Certification Required:N/A Licensure/Certification Preferred:N/A Minimum Qualifications Years and Type of Required Experience 3+ years of experience in architectural planning, design coordination, or construction project support, with demonstrated application of architectural principles in the built environment. Years and Type of Preferred Experience Experience in healthcare facility planning, real estate development, or capital project delivery within complex institutional environments. Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Strong knowledge of architectural design principles, space planning, and building systems, with an understanding of applicable building codes, healthcare regulations, and design compliance requirements. Ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and technical documents, and coordinate effectively with architects, engineers, and multidisciplinary teams. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate design alternatives and support architectural planning and design decisions. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey architectural concepts and planning strategies to stakeholders and leadership. Proficiency in planning, design coordination, and project documentation processes. Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: Ability to work across diverse groups, both internal and external, to establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members, property owners, consultants, attorneys, etc. Experience working collaboratively with interdepartmental teams. Ability to develop and compare acquisition/lease budgets to provide high level, accurate data related to transaction costs. Adept in creating innovative real estate strategies to increase revenue enhancing opportunities that are in alignment with the organization's strategic plan. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters. Working Conditions Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. General office environment. Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions. May have periods of constant interruptions. Prolonged periods of working alone. Physical Requirements Physical Demands: Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) Work Position: Sitting, Walking, Standing Additional Physical Requirements/ Hazards Physical Requirements: Hazards: Mental/Sensory -Emotional Mental / Sensory: Strong Recall, Reasoning, Problem Solving, Hearing, Speak Clearly, Write Legibly, Reading, Logical Thinking Emotional: Fast-paced environment, Able to Handle Multiple Priorities, Frequent and Intense Customer Interactions, Able to Adapt to Frequent Change EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran | |
Jul 09, 2026