Project Manager

The Crowd; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architecture and design practice in San Francisco is seeking an experienced Project Manager with 8–15 years of experience. You will oversee the entire project lifecycle from concept to completion, lead multidisciplinary teams, and serve as the primary client contact. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in Architecture and have proven skills in managing large-scale projects while balancing creativity with technical requirements. This is a full-time position offering a pathway to senior leadership within a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 8–15 years of professional experience in architecture, focusing on project management.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale commercial, civic, or institutional projects.
• Strong understanding of design processes and construction documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle from concept through construction.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in a collaborative environment.
• Serve as the primary client contact and maintain long-term relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Proficient in Revit

Client-facing experience

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Project management tools

Job description

This range is provided by The Crowd. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$125,000.00/yr - $165,000.00/yr

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About the Role

Our client is a nationally recognized architecture and design practice known for delivering thoughtful, technically excellent projects that enhance the human experience. Their work spans commercial, education, civic, and cultural sectors, with a consistent focus on design integrity, sustainability, and innovation.

They are seeking an experienced Project Manager with approximately 8–15 years of professional experience to join their San Francisco studio. This role is ideal for an architect or designer who thrives on leading complex projects, guiding teams, and driving the delivery of exceptional work from concept through completion.

You will work closely with clients, consultants, and an accomplished internal team to manage design, documentation, and execution. This position offers a clear pathway to senior leadership within a collaborative studio culture that values both creativity and technical expertise.

This is a strong career opportunity within a stable, growing practice that combines the creative energy of a boutique studio with the reach and resources of a national firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle from concept through construction, ensuring design intent, schedule, and budget alignment
• Lead multidisciplinary teams, fostering a collaborative and solutions-oriented environment
• Serve as the primary client contact, maintaining communication and building long-term relationships
• Oversee consultant coordination, permitting, and construction administration activities
• Guide internal teams in producing detailed documentation and ensuring technical accuracy
• Monitor project budgets, contracts, and schedules, proactively identifying risks and opportunities
• Contribute to studio leadership initiatives, mentoring staff and supporting professional development
• Ensure quality assurance and adherence to the firm’s design and technical standards

Key Skills & Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program
• 8–15 years of professional experience in architecture, with a strong focus on project management
• Licensure preferred
• Proven ability to manage large-scale commercial, civic, or institutional projects
• Deep understanding of design process, construction documentation, and technical coordination
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficiency in Revit and familiarity with project management tools
• Confident in client-facing roles and experienced in consultant coordination
• Ability to balance creative vision with technical and financial constraints

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Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Project Management and Design

Industries

Architecture and Planning and Design Services