Architecture Project Manager

Omni Design, Inc.; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical benefits

Flexible work schedule

In-office, San Luis Obispo County with

Regular site visits

Job summary

Omni Design, Inc. on California's Central Coast is seeking a Job Captain or experienced Designer to advance projects from concept to construction administration.

You will work directly with the Principal Architect, leading commercial, civic, and municipal work and coordinating clients, consultants, contractors, and agencies. This hands-on role requires in-office work around San Luis Obispo County, with responsibility for production, QA/QC, budgets, and schedules.

Qualifications

• B.Arch, M.Arch, or equivalent degree from a U.S. accredited architecture school.
• Minimum 6 years of overall architectural office experience across all project phases.
• Minimum 2 years in a Job Captain or Senior Designer role with budget, schedule, and subconsultant coordination responsibility.
• Demonstrated experience in commercial, civic, municipal, or public agency project types.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD — production-level construction documents.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be available to work in-office and visit project sites throughout San Luis Obispo County.
• Preferred: Revit — production-level; experience with public agency plan checks; Bluebeam/Revu or similar PDF tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead production of construction documents in AutoCAD (required) and Revit (preferred).
• Produce and coordinate high-quality construction documents in AutoCAD (required) and Revit (preferred).
• Perform QA/QC review of all project documents before submittal.
• Support and progressively own project budgets and schedules under Principal oversight.
• Coordinate engineers and sub-consultants to maintain design intent through construction.
• Support principal in charge with milestones and submittals.
• Participate in client meetings, permit processing, and plan check responses.
• Serve as a day-to-day contact for contractors and governing agencies as your role develops.
• Provide direction and guidance to junior designers and drafters on your projects.
• Contribute to a collaborative team culture.

Skills

Project coordination

Team leadership

Client meetings

Public agency coordination

Education

B.Arch or M.Arch from a US-accredited architecture school

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

W H O W E A R E

A Small Firm. Big Impact on the Central Coast.
Omni Design is a generalist architecture, engineering adn land survey firm rooted in San Luis Obispo County. We design commercial, civic, and municipal projects that directly improve the communities where our clients live and work — from Paso Robles and Atascadero to Santa Maria and everywhere in between.
We’re a small, close-knit team. That means you get real responsibility, real variety, and a real voice in the work — not a siloed role in a large bureaucracy. When you join Omni Design, you’re joining a team that cares deeply about craft, community, and each other.

T H E O P P O R T U N I T Y

Team Leadership

We’re looking for a Job Captain or experienced Designer who's ready to step into more project ownership — leading commercial, civic, and municipal work from first concept through construction administration on California's Central Coast under the mentorship of a Principal-in-Charge.
Working directly with the Principal Architect, you’ll own projects from first concept through construction administration — coordinating clients, consultants, contractors, and governing agencies every step of the way.
This is a hands-on technical role. You’ll be in the drawings, on the job sites, solving real problems — and you’ll do it as part of a team that has your back.

T H E R O L E

What You’ll Do Project Delivery & Technical Production

• Lead production of construction documents in AutoCAD (required) and Revit (preferred)
• Produce and coordinate high-quality construction documents in AutoCAD (required) and Revit (preferred)
• Perform QA/QC review of all project documents before submittal
  

Project Management

• Support and progressively own project budgets and schedules under Principal oversight
• Coordinate engineers and sub-consultants to maintain design intent through construction
• Support principal in charge with milestones and submittals
  

Client and Agency Coordination

• Participate in — and grow into leading — client meetings, permit processing, and plan check responses
• Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for contractors and governing agencies as your role develops
  

Team Leadership

• Provide direction and guidance to junior designers and drafters on your projects
• Contribute to a collaborative team culture
  

Q U A L I F I C A T I O N S

What You BringRequired

• B.Arch, M.Arch, or equivalent degree from a U.S. accredited architecture school
• Minimum 6 years of overall architectural office experience across all project phases
• Minimum 2 years in a Job Captain or Senior Designer role with some budget, schedule, and subconsultant coordination responsibility
• Demonstrated experience in commercial, civic, municipal, or public agency project types
• Proficiency in AutoCAD — production-level construction documents
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Must be available to work in-office and visit project sites throughout San Luis Obispo County

Preferred (Not Required)

• Proficiency in Revit — production-level preferred; working knowledge considered
• Experience with DSA submittals or public agency plan check processes
• Experience with Bluebeam Revu or similar PDF markup tools

5 R E A S O N S T H I S I S A N A W E S O M E O P P O R T U N I T Y

• FIT — Work that actually fits your life. Small team, generalist projects, diverse project types. You won’t be stuck doing the same thing every day. You’ll work alongside people who genuinely like each other and share a commitment to doing great work. Wework to enjoy the Central Coast, not live to work here. We are hard workers; however, we do appreciate a work-life balance and flexibility.
• FINANCES — Competitive compensation. based on experience and licensure, plus 401(k) with company match, medical benefits, and a flexible schedule. We pay fairly and we’re transparent about it.
• FUTURE — Room to grow. You’ll work directly with the Principal Architect on every project. That proximity creates real mentorship, real learning, and real career development. For the right person, there is a path forward at this firm.
• FREEDOM — Autonomy and ownership. You’ll not be micromanaged. You’ll own your projects, make real decisions, and have the flexibility to work the way you work best. Flexible schedule and a culture that respects your time.
• FUN — A place you’ll actually want to come to. We celebrate milestones, support each other, and take pride in the work we put into this community. Small team means everyone’s contribution is seen and valued.

C O M P E N S A T I O N & B E N E F I T S

• Salary: Competitive compensation depending on experience and licensure
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match
• Health: Medical benefits
• Schedule: Flexible work schedule
• Location: In-office, San Luis Obispo County — with regular job site visit