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Senior Healthcare Project Manager

ZGF Architects

Portland, OR · Posted September 23, 2026

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About the job

ZGF is seeking a Senior Healthcare Project Manager for the Portland office to join our team. Our team thrives on multi-disciplinary engagement while practicing at the intersection of architecture, interior design and urban design and are distinguished by our creativity and curiosity. We are looking for self-directed and thoughtful individuals with excellent communication and technical skills.

As a Senior Healthcare Project Manager , you will…

Bring a track-record of success cultivating and maintaining long-term relationships with healthcare clients while managing projects both large and small

Proactively manage teams from conceptual design through construction and work collaboratively with design consultants and construction teams

Serves as the primary client liaison, independently develop project proposals and contracts, define and manage work plans, organize and supervise design teams, participate in presentations and interviews and find creative solutions to project challenges

Be energized to create something new every day and eager to optimize every team member’s opportunities for growth and professional development

Play an important role by contributing knowledge and design expertise both within your team and across the firm

Display a passion for design excellence and exceptional project delivery while pursuing the highest value possible for our clients

Contribute to general firm-wide and office-wide initiatives and marketing efforts

Demonstrate motivation in seeking new responsibilities and challenges.

Mentor and manage staff; highly motivated, proactive and passionate.

Qualifications:

Communication, leadership, and organizational expertise

Well-rounded, strategic-thinker with an integrated approach to design, management and technical project resolution

Experience in Negotiated Contract, Design-Build, and other forms of project delivery

Experience with complex multi-phased healthcare projects, is desired

Have a deep understanding of building, zoning, energy codes, ADA, construction standards, and other regulatory requirements

Experience with development and coordination of construction documents and specifications.

Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and Deltek Vantagepoint; Revit proficiency a plus

Professional architecture degree and a minimum of 15+ years' experience is required

Licensed Architects with LEED accreditation are strongly preferred

Ability to perceive the goals of others, help to set priorities on projects and initiatives and positively motivate individuals within the context of projects and firm.

Base Salary Range

$112,500/yr - $131,254/yr depending on skills and experience

Benefits

ZGF Employees Enjoy Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with a generous employer contribution, HSA with employer contribution, 401k with employer match, 4 weeks of PTO and 10 paid holidays per year, paid parental and family leave programs.

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We know that great projects take more than a design team to become a reality. Studies show that women and people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t check every box. Your skills and experiences may be exactly what we need.

ZGF Architects is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate the unique qualities and perspectives that each individual brings to our team. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities to apply. Regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we are excited to consider qualified candidates.

If you're ready to contribute to meaningful work, we invite you to submit your cover letter and resume online.