Project Coordinator

WATG and Wimberly Interiors; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A design firm specializing in architecture is seeking a Project Coordinator in Tustin, California. The role involves directing design documentation, managing project teams, and ensuring compliance with project needs. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's in Architecture and over 10 years of experience in architectural projects. The expected salary range is $80,000–$105,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience designing small to mid‑size architectural projects, including urban and resort hotels.
• Thorough knowledge of architectural production standards, building codes, and construction.
• Ability to work in a team environment and supervise others.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates activities related to construction administration and documentation.
• Effectively directs the development of several projects.
• Communicates regularly with internal team and client representatives.
• Coaches, mentors, and develops team members.
• Implements processes that reduce risks in all areas of the project.

Skills

Architectural design

AutoCAD

Revit

Client management

Project management

Sketching skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Project Coordinator - Architecture at WATG and Wimberly Interiors

About WATG: WATG is the world’s preeminent destination and hospitality design firm. We are employee‑owned, home to more than 500 professionals globally, located remotely and in our offices in Atlantic City, California, Dallas, New York, Honolulu, London, Singapore, and Shanghai. Our approach applies a hospitality ethos to all designs, from feasibility studies to finishing touches. We operate globally as an integrated, multidisciplinary practice, specializing in hospitality, gaming + entertainment, urban + mixed‑use, and high‑end residential design.

About Wimberly Interiors: Wimberly Interiors is our interior design studio, extending our expertise to comprehensive interior solutions.

Location: Tustin, California

Role

The Project Coordinator works with the Project Manager to plan and direct the design documentation of a project from Schematics through Construction Document phases. The Coordinator has extensive technical architectural experience and directs work assignments of a diverse project team while coordinating with clients, consultants, and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates activities related to construction administration, including scheduling, shop drawings, field observations, project reports, change orders and pay requests.
• Effectively directs the development and construction documentation phases of several projects.
• Confirms that the project follows the contractual agreement with the client and that it is on schedule and within budget.
• Regularly communicates with internal team and client representatives to maintain positive client and consultant relationships.
• Verifies that project needs are met by effectively coordinating project team assignments and ensuring the efficient utilization of resources.
• Coaches, mentors and develops team members, providing ongoing performance feedback.
• Understands and implements processes that reduce risks and exposure in all areas of the project.
• Assures construction administration activities emphasize efficiency, quality assurance and code compliance.
• Creates, develops and implements project design concepts and the design documents.
• Monitors initial design through completion of construction.
• Works with the design team in prioritizing, planning and executing multiple projects efficiently.
• Takes personal responsibility for fostering sustainable work practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture preferred.
• Professional license preferred.
• Environmental accreditation preferred.
• 10+ years’ experience designing small to mid‑size architectural projects, including urban and resort hotels.
• Thorough knowledge of architectural production standards, detailing, building materials, building codes and construction.
• Proficiency in technical skills including AutoCAD and Revit.
• Sketching skills required.
• Experienced in client management and project management.
• Ability to work in a team environment and supervise others.
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines and budgets.
• Highly effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Dedicated management and leadership skills.
• Required to submit a resume and portfolio.

Job Information

Salary range: $80,000–$105,000 per year. WATG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.