Project Manager - Architect

Design Draw Build, Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Design Draw Build, Inc. in Oakland is seeking a Project Manager – Architect (PM–A) to lead a design studio and manage project delivery from concept through Construction Administration.

You will guide a team of 8-10 designers, junior architects, and job captains, ensuring on-time client delivery and high-quality documentation. Ideal candidates have 5-8 years in architecture, a B-Arch or M-Arch, California experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in an architecture firm
• CA-based leadership experience preferred
• Proficiency in AutoCad, Revit, and Adobe Creative Suite
• California Building Code knowledge preferred

Responsibilities

• Management of complete architectural projects from inception to construction administration
• Ensure timely client deliverables and approved timelines
• Oversee in-house staff, consultants, and vendors
• Design and draft documents for all project phases (Feasibility to Construction Administration)
• Feasibility studies and code reviews for architectural projects
• Coordinate permits and municipal approvals
• Develop presentation materials with design staff support
• Lead the design team of 8-10 designers and junior architects
• Maintain in-house standards and quality control for documentation
• Develop construction details and interfaces with construction managers

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Prioritization

Education

B-Arch or M-Arch

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Design Draw Build, Inc. is a team of hybrid professionals converging as architects, builders, and urbanists. Design Draw Build, Inc. is a growing Oakland based design-build firm. Our well-respected boutique architectural design firm is seeking an innovative thought leader to help direct a creative team in collaboration with the firm’s Principal. We traverse multiple typologies and scales, ranging from high-end single family to multi-family, commercial, and adaptive reuse. We pride our work by continuing to push the design boundaries using forward inventive thinking and sustainability while integrating the client’s needs and navigating planning/zoning constraints.

Currently, DDB Inc is designing projects in the Bay Area, and both Northern California counties. Our team thrives on the diverse creative challenges in both our urban and rural engagements.

THE ROLE

The Project Manager – Architect (PM–A) is a core member of the studio and design team. The PM-A is an individual who listens and contributes to a creative design dialogue, and who likes to experiment with new ideas and materials. You will participate in leading the studio, project development, delegating tasks to team members, and client communications.

Successful candidates in this role will be able to take direction, work independently, and provide structured guidance to our intrepid and ambitious junior staff. The Project Manager is a team player and who takes responsibility for project delivery. Curiosity, resourcefulness & self-motivation are essential. The PM–A reports directly to the Principal in the Architecture studio with support from other Job Captains, Designers, and Construction Managers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Management of complete architectural projects, including document control, client interaction, and construction administration.

Ensure project deliverables are submitted on time to the client, and timeline is met

Oversee teams of in-house staff, consultants, and vendors to complete projects.

Skillfully design and draft architectural documents needed for every phase of a project, from Feasibility and Schematic Design through Construction Administration.

Feasibility research and code reviews for architectural and construction projects.

Facilitation of permits and other municipal approvals.

Development of project presentation materials with the support of design staff, including finished project renderings and diagrams.

Coordination with construction managers and site staff to facilitate construction processes.

Supporting the Principal in supervision of design staff.

Lead the design team of 8-10 designers, junior architects, and job captains

Managing oversight of in-house standards and quality control processes to improve level of project documentation

Strong focus on the development of construction details

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

5-8 years of experience in an architecture firm required

B-Arch or M-Arch Required

California Experience Required

Leadership Position in CA-based firm preferred

Proficiency in AutoCad, Revit, & Adobe Creative Suite

California Building code knowledge preferred

Driver’s license and clean driving record required

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written

Able to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines

Ability to collaborate with team members and be a team player

Fun, positive attitude, and pleasant to work with

Unlicensed candidates welcome, but progress toward License preferred

Job Type: Full-Time 40 Hours per week
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Compensation: $90,000 -$120,000, based on experience

BENEFITS

Competitive salaries based on experience

Health insurance matching for Group Medical