Architectural Project Manager

Dreyfuss + Blackford Architecture; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) matching

Annual performance bonus

Hybrid schedule

Office coffee and events

Job summary

Dreyfuss + Blackford Architecture in Sacramento seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead medium- to large-scale architectural projects, balancing hands-on design with strong client and team leadership.

You will manage scope, schedule, staffing, and budgets, coordinate consultants, ensure code compliance, and guide projects from design through construction while maintaining quality and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture required; licensure in California highly desirable.
• 8+ years of professional experience managing medium- to large-scale projects from design through construction.
• Strong knowledge in architectural design, technical detailing, consultant coordination, and code compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provides overall project management for a variety of projects or project teams, with hands-on technical foundation.
• Direct oversight of staffing, scheduling, financial management, and coordination of internal teams and external consultants.
• Present project progress to clients at milestones and ensure quality and compliance through permitting, bidding, and construction administration.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Leadership

Team building

Budget management

Scheduling

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

First professional degree in Architecture (desirable)

Tools

Revit

BIM

Rhino

Grasshopper

Job description

Provides overall project management responsibilities for a variety of projects or project teams, while maintaining a strong hands-on technical foundation. Role includes client contact, team building and project staffing, scheduling, financial management, and direct oversight of technical execution.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

Works independently, exercising discretion and sound judgment while collaborating with firm leadership to deliver complete, coordinated, and cohesive project outcomes. Successfully manages multiple medium- to large-scale projects simultaneously, directing internal staff and external consultants through all phases of design and construction. Oversees project scope, schedule, staffing, and financial performance; coordinates resources with fellow Project Managers and senior leadership; and presents project progress to clients at key milestones for review and approval. Partners with the Design Director to guide the development of studies, programming, reports, designs, visualizations, models, drawings, and specifications, while ensuring technical quality, building code compliance, consultant coordination, and seamless execution through permitting, bidding, and construction administration.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises teams of 2–8 employees, as well as project consultants, providing leadership throughout the duration of each project. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with firm policies, contributes to employee performance evaluations, and proactively addresses project-related issues, resolving conflicts and challenges to maintain project objectives, team alignment, and client satisfaction.

Minimum Qualifications and Characteristics

A professional degree in Architecture or a related field is preferred. A first professional degree in Architecture and active California architectural licensure is highly desirable. Requires 8+ years of professional experience managing medium- to large-scale projects from design through construction, along with strong knowledge in architectural design, technical detailing, consultant coordination, and code compliance. Demonstrates excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with clients, regulatory agencies, and the broader community. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while demonstrating initiative, accountability, flexibility, leadership, and strong team-building skills. Proficiency in Revit and working knowledge of BIM processes is required. Working knowledge of Rhino and Grasshopper is desirable.

Salary depending on experience: $125k-165k

Our Benefits & Culture Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Annual performance bonus
• Flexible Hybrid Schedule: We enjoy coming together in the office about 3 days a week to collaborate and build culture, but our approach is rooted in trust and results rather than rigid mandates. Your schedule is flexible based on your personal needs each week, as long as your work is delivered effectively.
• To make in-office days extra sweet, we keep everyone fueled with bottomless Equator coffee and regular food events!

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, marital status, national origin, disability, or any other consideration made unlawful by law.