Project Manager

Rice Fergus Miller, Inc. - a B Corp

. Reports to the Civic Project Manager or Principal in Charge .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeSpokane • Washington • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $100,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including scope, schedule, and budget oversight for small to midsize projects. Proficient in client communication and documentation, with a strong understanding of design processes and regulatory requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementClient LiaisonRevit ProficiencyZoning and Building Codes KnowledgeProposal and Contract Preparation

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementScope ManagementSchedule ManagementBudget ManagementFee EstimatingDesign DocumentationBuilding Codes KnowledgeLife Safety RequirementsProposal PreparationContract Management

Soft Skills

Honest CommunicationDirect CommunicationConstructive CommunicationProfessional Judgment

Tools & Technologies

RevitProject Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Architectural LicensureInterior Design Licensure

Industry Keywords

ArchitectureInterior DesignZoningBuilding CodesLife Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reports to the Civic Project Manager or Principal in Charge
Manages multiple small to midsize projects and coordinates all aspects of assigned work
Determines scope of work and prepares strategic plans for project success
Actively manages client budgets, schedules, and programs
Estimates fees, determines scope of work, and prepares proposals and contracts
Coordinates project team assignments and monitors progress against schedule
Serves as primary client liaison and brings projects to schedule, budget, and scope completion
Manages project communications and documentation
Participates in business development activities and proposal preparation
Pursues continued professional development within the firm
Participates in firm culture and community events
Upholds RFM's core values and performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in architecture, interior design, or a related field from an accredited program
Eight or more years of professional experience, including demonstrated project management responsibility
Architectural or interior design licensure preferred but not required
Strong understanding of the overall design and documentation process
Thorough understanding of zoning, building codes, and life safety requirements
Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, schedule, and fee with full responsibility for multiple small to midsize projects
Ability to serve as primary client liaison and bring projects to completion on schedule, within budget, and to the client's satisfaction
Working knowledge of contracts, proposals, and fee estimating
Proficiency in Revit and/or firm project management systems
Honest, direct, and constructive communication; sound professional judgment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Salaried, exempt classification
Continued professional development within the firm
Participation in firm culture and community events
Equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination protections