Sr. Project Manager PA (DGS)

Lead Pennsylvania DGS projects from our Harrisburg studio

Vitetta, a DRG Architects company, has been designing civic, institutional and public-sector buildings across Pennsylvania for decades. We're growing our Harrisburg studio and looking for a Senior Project Manager who knows the Department of General Services (DGS) process and wants to lead significant state projects from start to finish.

You'll have the support of DRG's public-sector practice, with studios in Harrisburg, Camp Hill, Philadelphia, Somerset NJ and New York. That means real technical depth, consultant relationships and leadership that understands public work.

Compensation: Based on experience and licensure

Location: Harrisburg, PA (on-site)

What you'll do

• Serve as the primary client contact and PM lead on DGS and other public-sector projects, from programming through construction administration and closeout
• Build and manage work plans, schedules, staffing, budgets and fee forecasts
• Lead the architects, engineers, consultants and contractors on each project, and coordinate with agency reviewers
• Keep projects in line with DGS procedures, codes, accessibility standards and contract requirements
• Manage consultant agreements, invoicing, additional services and change management
• Mentor project staff and help shape the Harrisburg studio as it grows

What you bring

• 10+ years of architectural or project management experience. Strong candidates with 10+ years and substantial DGS project experience are encouraged to apply
• A track record of delivering complex public-sector, civic or institutional projects through construction
• Working knowledge of public procurement and project delivery methods
• Clear communication and sound judgment with clients, consultants and contractors
• Working knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD and scheduling or project management software

Nice to have

• Hands-on experience with DGS procedures, submissions, reviews and invoicing
• Architectural or engineering license (Pennsylvania preferred), or NCARB certification
• Specification writing experience
• LEED accreditation

What we offer

• Competitive salary Based on experience and licensure
• Medical, dental and vision coverage, plus a 401(k) & Profit Sharing Plan
• Paid PTO and holidays / licensure and AIA dues support / continuing education, if applicable
• A leadership role with a clear path to Associate and Principal
• Meaningful public work serving communities across Pennsylvania

How to apply

Apply through LinkedIn Easy Apply. A portfolio or project list is welcome but not required. Questions? Contact Chris Dardis, AIA, Principal in Charge, at [email protected].

DRG Architects / Vitetta is an Equal Opportunity Employer