Project Manager - Custom Residential

Archinect; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

EBTA Architects in Southern California seeks a Project Manager to lead execution of custom residential projects across Orange County and Los Angeles, from schematic design through construction close-out. You will run multiple projects, collaborating with clients, consultants, and contractors on premier homes.

In-house, full-time role with opportunity for growth; strong PMs ready to step up into leadership are encouraged to apply, including candidates with design background transitioning to

Qualifications

• 5–10 years managing custom residential projects (or equivalent)
• Proven ability to deliver complex residential work, luxury or high-end
• Strong knowledge of residential construction methods and detailing
• Clear, professional communication with clients, consultants, and contractors

Responsibilities

• Run high-end residential projects from concept through construction administration
• Coordinate the consultant team — Structural, MEP, Civil, Landscape, Geotech, etc.
• Lead internal production staff and manage schedules, budgets, and deliverables
• Manage client communication with professionalism and clarity
• Oversee construction administration: RFIs, submittals, site visits, change orders, punch lists
• Navigate municipal code, coastal jurisdictions, DRBs, and HOAs across OC and LA
• Produce and manage quality control of construction documents, including detailing
• Uphold the firm's design and documentation standards on every project

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture (or equivalent)

Job description

The Role

We're hiring a Project Manager to lead the execution of custom residential projects across Orange County and Los Angeles — from schematic design through construction close-out. You'll run multiple projects concurrently, working directly with clients, consultants, and contractors on some of Southern California's most ambitious private homes.

This is an in-house, full-time role. Strong Project Architects ready to step up into PM responsibilities are encouraged to apply.

About EBTA

EBTA Architects designs custom homes for discerning clients across OC and LA. Our work is rooted in craft, restraint, and the kind of detail resolution that holds up on-site. We're a team that takes design seriously without taking ourselves too seriously, and we expect the same from the people we bring on.

Who Fits Here

• You're easy to work with and a presence the team enjoys
• You bring calm and warmth to demanding situations
• You give and take feedback openly and without ego
• You're honest about what you don't know and generous with what you do

What You'll Do

• Run high-end residential projects from concept through construction administration
• Coordinate the consultant team — Structural, MEP, Civil, Landscape, Geotech, and specialty trades as needed
• Lead internal production staff and keep schedules, budgets, and deliverables on track
• Manage client communication with professionalism and clarity
• Oversee construction administration: RFIs, submittals, site visits, change orders, punch lists
• Navigate municipal code, coastal jurisdictions, DRBs, and HOAs across OC and LA markets
• Produce and manage quality control of construction documents, including detailing
• Uphold the firm's design and documentation standards on every project

What We're Looking For

Must-have:

• 5–10 years managing custom residential projects
• Demonstrated ability to deliver complex residential work — ideally in the luxury or high-end custom sector
• Revit and AutoCAD proficiency
• Strong grasp of residential construction methods, materials, and detailing
• Ability to run projects semi-autonomously with direction
• Clear, professional communication with clients, consultants, and contractors
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture (or equivalent experience)
• Friendly demeanor

Nice-to-have:

• California architectural license, or actively pursuing
• AutoCAD or DataCAD experience
• SketchUp for design development
• Lumion, D5, or TwinMotion experience
• Experience with high-net-worth clients and the pace/expectations that come with them
• Coastal Zone, hillside, or other jurisdictionally complex project experience
• Comfort leading smaller projects end-to-end, including detailing and CD production

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package
• A studio culture that values design rigor and collaboration
• A steady pipeline of prestigious, design-forward residential work
• Real mentorship and a path to grow — whether that's licensure, leadership, or sharpening craft