Architectural Project Manager

Northern Impact; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Job summary

A well-established architecture firm in California is seeking a Project Manager for their Multi-Family team. In this hybrid role, you will lead complex projects, ensuring efficient execution through all phases while managing client relationships. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in architectural project management, especially in multifamily housing, and is proficient in SketchUp, AutoCAD, and Revit. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential to foster a collaborative studio culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience coordinating architectural projects through all phases.
• Experience with multifamily housing projects.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate project efforts through all phases.
• Estimate fees and assist with proposals and contracts.
• Manage client budgets, schedules, and project communications.
• Serve as the primary client liaison and guide projects to completion.
• Oversee project teams and support staff development.

Skills

Project management tools

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Solutions-oriented

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

SketchUp

AutoCAD

Revit/BIM

Job description

Our client is a well-established, award-winning architecture, planning, and interiors firm with decades of experience and multiple offices across California and beyond. Known for designing communities that promote human fulfillment and well-being, they have built a strong reputation for thoughtful, high-quality residential work and a people-first studio culture. They offer a collaborative environment where design excellence, professional growth, and meaningful client relationships are at the core of everything they do.

We are looking for a technically skilled, design-driven Project Manager to join their Multi-Family team in San Diego or Irvine, CA. This is a great opportunity for someone ready to take ownership of complex projects and contribute meaningfully to a studio that values both craft and community.

This is a hybrid position, requiring a minimum of 3 days per week onsite at their San Diego or Irvine office.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and coordinate all project efforts—administrative and technical—to ensure efficient, cost‑effective execution through all phases, including Design Development, Construction Documents, and Construction Administration.
• Estimate fees, define scope of work, and assist with preparing proposals and contracts; monitor progress to ensure adherence to terms.
• Actively manage client budgets, schedules, programs, project communications, documentation, and project team assignments.
• Serve as the primary client liaison, guiding projects to successful completion while maintaining strong, trusted relationships.
• Provide day‑to‑day oversight of project teams, monitoring the work of less experienced staff and supporting their development.

What You’ll Bring

• Substantial experience using project management tools for project initiation, planning, billing, and labor tracking.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and collaborative skills.
• A confident, solutions‑oriented approach, with the ability to maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, and internal teams.
• Proven ability to provide clear direction and inspiring leadership to architectural staff.
• Strong proficiency in SketchUp, AutoCAD, and Revit/BIM.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience coordinating all aspects of architectural projects, administrative and technical, through all phases of development, including Schematic Design, Construction Documents, and Construction Administration.
• Demonstrated experience with multifamily housing projects.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an NAAB‑accredited program.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and development.
• Legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States without restrictions (visa sponsorship is not available for this position).
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage