Senior Project Manager – Healthcare | Denver, CO
A nationally respected architecture and design firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join its growing healthcare practice in Denver. This is a high-impact leadership role within a collaborative, tight-knit studio that is currently experiencing strong growth following the award of a major medical center project.
This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on leadership environment and is looking to take ownership of complex healthcare projects while playing a key role in shaping team direction, client relationships, and long-term growth.
The Opportunity
You will step into a visible position within a lean local team, supported by the resources and technical depth of a larger national platform. The role offers the ability to lead significant healthcare projects from early planning through delivery, while also mentoring team members and contributing to the strategic growth of the office.
With senior leadership transitioning into broader management responsibilities, there is clear runway for this individual to expand their influence over time, both in project leadership and team development.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex healthcare projects across all phases
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong relationships
- Oversee project schedules, budgets, and staffing to ensure successful delivery
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including consultants and internal stakeholders
- Guide and mentor junior and mid-level staff, supporting their technical and professional development
- Contribute to project strategy, problem-solving, and decision-making at both the project and team level
- Support business development efforts, including client engagement and repeat work opportunities
Qualifications
- Proven experience managing healthcare projects, ideally within hospital or medical center environments
- Strong understanding of healthcare planning, design, and project delivery processes
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage complex, multi-phase projects
- Excellent client-facing skills with the ability to build trust and act as a strategic advisor
- Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource management
- Licensed Architect preferred
Why This Role: This is a unique opportunity to join a growing healthcare team at a moment of real momentum. You will have the ability to make a tangible impact within a close-knit office while leveraging the support of a larger, well-established national practice. The role offers both immediate project leadership responsibility and long-term career growth into a broader leadership position.
