Architectural Project Manager

Focus Homes; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Focus Homes in Imperial, PA is seeking an Architectural Project Manager to lead the drafting team and bridge traditional management with Higharc-based automation. You will drive end-to-end digital adoption, translate plan sets into Higharc configurations, and coordinate training for CAD staff and external partners.

The role requires 5+ years of CADD/BIM leadership in residential construction, with strong technical communication and cross-functional collaboration to ensure accurate permit sets

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field required.
• 5+ years of experience leading CADD/BIM teams in high-volume residential homebuilding or related construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Drafting Team across CAD/BIM workflows.
• Drive Higharc adoption across divisions and digital workflow deployment.
• Translate plan sets and documents into Higharc-compatible configurations.
• Coordinate training, rollout schedules, and onboarding for CAD staff and stakeholders.
• Manage project scheduling, permit sets, and start packages for on-time delivery.
• Interpret IRC/IBC codes and ensure multi-state compliance.
• Maintain division control logs and coordinate cross-functional teams.

Skills

Higharc platform

CAD/BIM

ArchiCAD

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Change management

Technical communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Tools

ArchiCAD

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Full Time Regular Professional Imperial, PA, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1794

Job Purpose

The Architectural Project Manager leads the day-to-day operations of the Drafting Team while bridging traditional residential architectural management with modern 3D homebuilding automation, overseeing CAD/BIM workflows, directing internal/external drafting resources, ensuring structural and code compliance across multiple states, and transitioning legacy processes into high-efficiency Higharc platform workflows.

Key Responsibilities

Higharc Platform Leadership & Digital Transformation

Drive Higharc Adoption: Lead the end-to-end, long-term deployment of Higharc across divisions, guiding teams away from legacy CAD workflows toward new automated digital workflows.

Technical Setup & Translation: Serve as the primary technical lead translating existing plan sets, option matrices, and architectural documentation into Higharc-compatible configurations and settings.

Implementation & Training: Orchestrate training, rollout schedules, and onboarding for internal CAD staff and external stakeholders, tracking deliverables and mitigating adoption risks.

Continuous Feedback Loop: Partner with software providers and internal teams (Implementation, Solutions, Product, and Estimating) to communicate workflow needs, define system requirements, and resolve gaps.

Drafting Team Oversight: Manage daily, weekly, and monthly task assignments for the architectural team to ensure accurate, on-time delivery of permit sets and start packages.

Resource Allocation: Oversee recruitment, staffing, and workload distribution for internal CAD/BIM personnel and external architectural/engineering consultants.

Cross-Functional Communication: Facilitate alignment across Homes Divisions, Estimating, and Field Operations regarding plan updates, option rules, and engineering updates.

Control Logs & Reporting: Maintain division control logs (RFIs, Change Orders, Plan Status) and lead regular coordination meetings.

Building Code Authority: Interpret IRC/IBC codes across multiple states; represent the company with plan examiners, address rejection letters, and secure formal code clarification letters from the ICC when needed.

Structural Sizing & Calculations: Calculate sizing for wood/steel beams and concrete footings, providing preliminary structural calculation packages for third-party engineering stamps.

Building Components Expertise: Coordinate structural components (roof trusses, floor trusses, wall panels, engineered lumber like LVL/PSL/Timberstrand) with manufacturers and field teams.

Quality Control & Architectural Operations

QA/QC Oversight: Perform final quality assurance reviews on all plan deliverables, construction documents, and MEP distributions prior to division release.

File & Design Maintenance: Direct the maintenance of master home design files, option catalogs, and permit packages across current toolsets (ArchiCAD, MicroStation, AutoCAD) and Higharc.

Estimating Alignment: Ensure plan changes, options, and structural details align with divisional budget models and cost estimates.

Qualifications & Experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent technical/industry experience.

Experience: 5+ years of experience leading CADD/BIM teams in high-volume residential homebuilding or light commercial construction.

Software Proficiency:

Core Requirement: Direct experience with Higharc platform setup/administration, or demonstrated success leading major digital BIM software transitions.

CAD/BIM Tools: Proficiency in ArchiCAD, AutoCAD, MicroStation, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Building Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of single-family and multi-family construction methods, MEP integration, engineered wood products, and multi-state building codes.

Technical Capability: Hands-on experience sizing structural members (beams, footings, headers) and managing RFI/submittal processes.

Core Competencies & Soft Skills

Change Management: Ability to guide teams through technological shifts, driving software adoption and establishing new operational standards.

Technical Communication: Skill in translating complex code, structural, and software specifications into concise, actionable guidance for site superintendents, trade partners, and plan reviewers.

Problem Solving: Proactive diagnostic skills to spot process bottlenecks, software configuration gaps, or code disputes early.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Sedentary Work: Prolonged periods sitting/standing at a workstation using computer equipment.

Up to 15% a month Travel/Site Visits: Periodic visits to field sites or divisional offices for inspections and alignment with field personnel.

Lifting: Occasional lifting or moving of drawing sets or presentation materials up to 20 lbs.