Senior Healthcare Project Architect / Project Manager

Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) is one of the largest privately held architecture and engineering firms in the Southeast, with offices located throughout Alabama, Louisiana, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.

The GMC Healthcare Community is growing and is looking for a Senior Healthcare Project Architect / Project Manager to join our Birmingham team and help lead the delivery of exceptional healthcare environments. At GMC, you’ll be part of a growing practice Community committed to thoughtful design, technical excellence, and meaningful client relationships. If you’re passionate about shaping the future of healthcare and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Essential functions and responsibilities include:

Project Leadership

• Leads project team within the GMC Healthcare framework, respecting team structure, tools, and standards
• Assigns tasks and directs architects, technicians, and support staff
• Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of architectural work across all phases
  

Technical Expertise

• Designs and details complete healthcare projects, systems, and components
• Prepares complete construction documents, including Project Manual and Specifications
• Applies architectural principles with a clear understanding of code, regulatory, and environmental issues
• Proficient in Revit and complementary design tools
• Contributes to technical quality, constructability, and documentation standards across projects

Client & Team Engagement

• Interacts directly with clients, consultants, contractors, and AHJs
• Participates in client meetings and project presentations
• Serves as a mentor and resource within the multi-office healthcare practice
• Demonstrates leadership through decision-making, time management, and delegation

Minimum Qualifications:

• Accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
• 10+ years of experience, including recent healthcare project work
• Licensed architect in Alabama (or NCARB-complete with ability to register)
• Advanced Revit proficiency
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, and client-facing experience
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing needs

Travel requirements:

GMC Healthcare is a nationwide practice with clients, completed projects and active projects in 36 states. Travel to project sites may be required.

Other Requirements:

This job description provides a general overview of responsibilities and expectations. Specific duties may evolve based on project needs, team structure, and client demands.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

About GMC Healthcare Community

The GMC Healthcare Practice is a collaborative community of skilled planners and designers driven by a shared commitment to client success and design excellence. With a deep bench of experience across multiple offices, we build tailored teams to meet the unique needs of each project—whether it’s a system-wide master plan, a specialized medical equipment replacement, or the design of complex acute care or outpatient environments. Our people-first culture values mentorship, curiosity, and continuous learning, creating space for professional growth and leadership at every level. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a competitive benefits package, licensure and development support, and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that shapes the future of healthcare delivery.