Brand Manager / Architectural Project Manager

About the role

Bamboohr is looking for a Brand Manager and Architectural Project Manager to guide both the firm's public identity and the delivery of its architectural work. This combined role blends creative brand leadership with hands-on oversight of building and design projects from start to finish. The person in this position will define how Bamboohr communicates its values, expertise, and vision to clients, partners, and the broader community. At the same time, they will coordinate teams, timelines, and resources to ensure every architectural project is completed on schedule and within budget. This is a full-time role based in Green Brook, New Jersey.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Develop and implement brand strategies that shape Bamboohr's visual identity, messaging, and market positioning across all channels.
• Manage architectural projects from initial concept and design development through construction documentation and final project closeout.
• Coordinate daily activities between architects, designers, consultants, and clients to keep projects aligned with brand standards and objectives.
• Create and oversee the production of marketing materials, proposals, presentations, and digital content that showcase the firm's work.
• Write and maintain comprehensive brand guidelines that ensure a consistent and professional image in every client interaction.
• Track emerging trends in architecture, design, and branding to inform strategic decisions and keep the firm competitive.
• Lead project teams by assigning tasks, setting priorities, and resolving issues that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Represent Bamboohr in client meetings, community events, and industry gatherings to build lasting professional relationships.
• Analyze brand performance data and project outcomes to identify strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for growth.
• Partner with senior leadership to set long-term goals for both brand development and project portfolio expansion.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing brand strategy and architectural project delivery within a professional services or design firm.
• Solid understanding of architectural design workflows, construction documentation, and the standard phases of a building project.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear brand stories.
• Working knowledge of project management frameworks and tools used to track milestones, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Strong ability to prioritize competing tasks and manage several projects at once without losing attention to detail.
• A bachelor's degree in architecture, design, marketing, communications, or a closely related field is required.
• Demonstrated self-direction and the ability to take initiative in shaping brand and project outcomes independently.
• Comfort with both creative brainstorming and analytical problem-solving in a fast-paced professional environment.

Nice to have

• Prior experience working directly within an architectural or design firm, understanding the nuances of the industry.
• Familiarity with building information modeling software, rendering tools, or other architectural visualization technologies.
• Background in digital marketing, social media strategy, or content development for professional and creative services.
• Awareness of sustainable design principles, green building standards, or environmental certification programs in architecture.

Skills & tools

• Brand strategy formulation, identity systems, and visual storytelling techniques for professional firms.
• Project management software and scheduling applications for tracking architectural deliverables and milestones.
• Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop for producing marketing and presentation assets.
• Client relationship management practices and stakeholder communication methods for architecture and design projects.
• Budget planning, cost estimation, and financial tracking for both brand campaigns and construction projects.
• Public speaking and presentation skills for conveying brand vision and project progress to diverse audiences.

Practical notes

• This role is based in Green Brook, New Jersey and requires regular on-site presence during standard business hours.
• The position reports to senior leadership and involves close day-to-day collaboration with the architecture and design teams.
• Candidates should expect a workload that balances creative brand work with operational project management responsibilities.
• The hiring process may include a portfolio submission, a brand strategy exercise, and a project management case study.