Principal in Charge - Owner-Driven Architecture Leader

HMC Architects; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 171,000 - 264,000; Full time

Job summary

HMC Architects is seeking a Principal in Charge to lead major projects from planning through completion in our San Jose, CA studio. The role requires supervising staff, managing client relationships, and directing project teams across all phases, with a focus on education and civic projects.

The position is on-site three days per week with some work-from-home flexibility. A California-licensed architect with at least 12 years of production and coordination experience is expected, including 5

Qualifications

• Architectural degree from an accredited university.
• Licensed architect, preferably in California.
• Minimum of 12 years’ experience in production and coordination of documents across all phases of architectural practice.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all aspects of the project management cycle.
• Monitor staffing plans and projected workloads to meet timelines, budgets, and profitability.
• Supervise and manage multiple clients and project groups through all phases of projects.
• Review cost estimates and conduct value analysis.
• Ensure quality, coordination, and compliance with client standards in all phases.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Project management

Education

Architectural degree

Job description

HMC Architects is seeking a Principal in Charge to lead major projects from planning through completion in our San Jose, CA studio. The role requires supervising staff, managing client relationships, and directing project teams across all phases, with a focus on education and civic projects.

The position is on-site three days per week with some work-from-home flexibility. A California-licensed architect with at least 12 years of production and coordination experience is expected, including 5