Architectural Production Manager

Talon Hiring Solutions; Hoover (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Talon Hiring Solutions has a client in Hoover, AL area seeking an Architectural Production Manager to lead the production and delivery of architectural projects from concept through construction administration.

You will oversee the production of documents, coordinate with consultants and project teams, and mentor staff in Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM workflows to ensure high-quality deliverables while adhering to codes and schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field is required or preferred.
• Professional licensure is preferred or actively pursued.

Responsibilities

• Lead the production of construction documents, drawing sets, and specifications through all design and construction administration phases.
• Manage daily workflow, staffing assignments, and priorities for architectural production staff including drafters and production coordinators.
• Review drawing packages for code compliance, constructibility, coordination, dimensional accuracy, and overall quality before issuance.
• Collaborate with Project Architects and Project Managers to establish project schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce CAD/BIM standards, templates, and quality control procedures.
• Coordinate with structural, MEP, and civil consultants to integrate consultant drawings into project models.
• Monitor workloads across multiple projects, resolve production bottlenecks, and balance resources to meet deadlines.
• Mentor and train team members on Revit, AutoCAD, Deltek Vantagepoint, documentation standards, and production best practices.
• Support permitting and plan review processes by coordinating responses to jurisdictional comments and revisions.
• Participate in QA/QC reviews to maintain high documentation standards.
• Assist leadership with staffing forecasts, resource planning, and hiring recommendations.
• Stay current with building codes, ADA requirements, BIM technology, and industry best practices.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Deltek Vantagepoint

IBC knowledge

ADA compliance

Project coordination

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field

Architectural licensure or pursuing licensure

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Deltek Vantagepoint

Job description

Talon Hiring Solutions has a client in the Hoover, AL area that is seeking an experienced Architectural Production Manager to lead the production and delivery of architectural projects from concept through construction administration.

What You'll Do:

• Lead the production of construction documents, drawing sets, and specifications throughout all phases of design and construction administration
• Manage daily workflow, staffing assignments, and priorities for architectural production staff, including drafters, CAD/Revit technicians, and production coordinators
• Review drawing packages for code compliance, constructibility, coordination, dimensional accuracy, and overall quality before issuance
• Collaborate with Project Architects and Project Managers to establish project schedules, milestones, and deliverables
• Develop, maintain, and enforce firm-wide CAD/BIM standards, templates, and quality control procedures
• Coordinate with structural, MEP, and civil consultants to ensure seamless integration of consultant drawings into project models
• Monitor workloads across multiple projects, resolve production bottlenecks, and balance resources to meet deadlines
• Mentor and train team members on Revit, AutoCAD, Deltek Vantagepoint, documentation standards, and production best practices
• Support permitting and plan review processes by coordinating responses to jurisdictional comments and revisions
• Participate in QA/QC reviews throughout project milestones to maintain the highest documentation standards
• Assist leadership with staffing forecasts, resource planning, and hiring recommendations
• Stay current with building codes, ADA requirements, BIM technology, and industry best practices to continuously improve production standards

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Architectural Technology, or a related field
• Professional architectural licensure, or active pursuit of licensure, is preferred.
• 7–10+ years of architectural production experience, including 2–3+ years leading production teams
• Advanced proficiency with Revit and strong working knowledge of AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Deltek Vantagepoint.
• Thorough understanding of the International Building Code (IBC), ADA accessibility requirements, and construction documentation standards.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary projects with structural, MEP, and civil engineering consultants.
• Proven ability to lead multiple projects and production teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, mentoring, and organizational skills with a commitment to continuous improvement.