Hybrid Project Architect & Technical Leader

HMC Architects; Ontario (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity ownership

401k

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

HMC Architects in Ontario, California, seeks a Project Architect / Technical Manager to lead technical development, coordination, and documentation of medium- to large-scale projects, ensuring quality and code compliance.

The role is hybrid (office/remote) with flexible hours; requires CA license, 7+ years, and proficiency in construction documents, coordination, and client collaboration.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture (or related field such as Interior Design, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Revit drafting).
• Active California Architectural License (required for Project Architect designation).
• Minimum of 7 years of experience with demonstrated technical proficiency across all architectural phases.
• Strong experience in construction documentation, coordination, and quality control.
• Proven ability to lead teams, delegate tasks, and provide performance feedback.
• Knowledge of building codes, agency requirements, and plan check processes.
• Ability to manage budgets, understand contractual liabilities, and support fee and scope development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and decision-making abilities.
• Willingness to travel on an as-needed basis.
• Commitment to following firm procedures, standards, and client protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical development and coordination of projects from design development through construction documentation.
• Resolve technical, code, and agency approval issues across all project phases.
• Supervise and manage project teams (up to four staff members), including performance feedback and evaluations.
• Coordinate and collaborate with consultants, clients, contractors, and internal project teams.
• Review project documents for quality, accuracy, coordination, and code compliance.
• Support project planning including schedules, budgets, staffing, and fee coordination.
• Lead or participate in Owner/Architect/Contractor (OAC) meetings as needed.
• Provide mentoring, coaching, and technical guidance to team members.

Skills

Project leadership

Team supervision

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Professional degree in Architecture or related field

Active California Architectural License

Tools

Revit drafting

Job description

HMC Architects in Ontario, California, seeks a Project Architect / Technical Manager to lead technical development, coordination, and documentation of medium- to large-scale projects, ensuring quality and code compliance.

The role is hybrid (office/remote) with flexible hours; requires CA license, 7+ years, and proficiency in construction documents, coordination, and client collaboration.