Architectural Project Manager: Design & Delivery Leadership

Martin Search Consultants; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Martin Search Consultants is seeking an Architectural Project Manager in Santa Ana, CA. The candidate will lead design teams, manage projects from schematic design through construction administration, and ensure timelines and budgets are met.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor or Master of Architecture and at least 5 years of design experience, with strong communication, leadership, and graphic presentation skills to coordinate with stakeholders, owners, and multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Architecture required.
• Minimum 5 years design experience in architecture.
• Strong knowledge of codes and planning.
• Proficient with AutoCAD; experience with Revit preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage client expectations on calls, meetings, and on-site.
• Oversee design through all phases from pre-design to construction administration.
• Develop project timelines, allocate staff, and coordinate across disciplines.
• Lead design concepts and coordinate with owners and stakeholders.
• Mentor staff and contribute to design culture.
• Review drawings for quality and completeness.

Skills

5+ years design

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Graphic presentation

Code knowledge

Coordination

Mentoring staff

Education

Bachelor/Master of Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

MS Office

Project management

Job description

Martin Search Consultants is seeking an Architectural Project Manager in Santa Ana, CA. The candidate will lead design teams, manage projects from schematic design through construction administration, and ensure timelines and budgets are met.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor or Master of Architecture and at least 5 years of design experience, with strong communication, leadership, and graphic presentation skills to coordinate with stakeholders, owners, and multidisciplinary teams.