Architecture Project Manager - Multi-Family - Oakland

Lowney Architecture; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowney Architecture in downtown Oakland seeks an experienced Architecture Project Manager to lead client relationships and guide complex multi-family projects from concept through construction. You’ll own project direction, mentor teams, and ensure design excellence with on-time delivery.

This role rewards accountability, strong communication, and a collaborative, design-driven culture. CA-licensed preferred, 10+ years of leadership experience required, and a dedication to meaningful client

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience managing multi-family projects, modular experience preferred.
• Ability to lead multiple project types and teams with strong client focus.
• Proven track record in scope, budget, schedule, and profitability management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary client relationship manager for multiple clients.
• Lead project teams across multiple project types.
• Manage scope, fees, schedules, profitability, and collections.
• Mentor staff and support growth, training, and promotion readiness.
• Participate in proposals, interviews, and client presentations.

Skills

Client relationship management

Project leadership

Financial acumen

Team mentorship

Communication skills

Job description

Lowney Architecture is seeking an experienced Architecture Project Manager to lead client relationships, mentor teams, and deliver high-quality projects from concept through construction in our downtown Oakland office. This role is ideal for a proven PM who enjoys ownership, accountability, and long-term client partnership.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as primary client relationship manager for 3–5 clients
• Lead project teams (3–5 staff) across multiple project types
• Manage scope, fees, schedules, profitability, and collections
• Mentor staff and support growth, training, and promotion readiness
• Participate in proposals, interviews, and client presentations

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years of experience managing multi-family projects, modular experience preferred
• Proven experience managing projects of similar scale and complexity
• Strong leadership, communication, and financial acumen
• Licensed Architect (CA preferred)

Why Lowney

• Design-driven, people-first culture
• Recognized Best Place to Work
• Meaningful, repeat-client work with real leadership impact

Lowney Architecture is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization.