Project Manager, Sports

DLR Group; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Employee stock ownership

Paid holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

DLR Group in Sacramento is seeking a Project Manager to oversee sports facility projects including stadiums and recreation centers. The role demands over 8 years of experience with a minimum of 3 years in project management. Responsibilities include leading project teams, ensuring quality standards, and collaborating with clients to meet expectations.

The position offers a competitive salary between $120,000 - $160,000 and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k). The work model features four in-office days with Friday flexibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience, with at least 3 years as a project manager.
• Strong working knowledge of design techniques and sustainable design principles.
• Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead collaboration within project teams, generating innovative design ideas and solutions.
• Coordinate project drawings and specifications with the project team.
• Provide leadership and performance feedback to project team members.

Skills

Project management expertise

Communication skills

Knowledge of building codes

Proficiency in Revit

Proficient in Microsoft Suite

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Interior Design

Tools

Revit

Vantagepoint

Microsoft Project

Job description

We have an opening for a Project Manager. This role could be based in the following cities:

• Los Angeles
• San Francisco
• San Diego
• Sacramento
• Riverside

The Sports practice at DLR Group designs facilities that inspire athletes, engage fans, and strengthen communities. Our teams create environments where performance, culture, and experience come together—spaces that attract top talent, energize programs, and celebrate the spirit of competition.

Position Summary

Joining our Sports practice as a Project Manager offers an exciting opportunity to shape a rapidly growing portfolio and deliver projects that make a lasting impact, often in collaboration with other sectors. The ideal candidate brings strong project management expertise, overseeing all aspects of one or more projects, including leading project teams, coordinating with external consultants, and ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets while maintaining a hands‑on approach to all phases of the project as needed. You will be responsible for upholding the highest standards of quality and design excellence throughout the project lifecycle.

Project Types Include

• Recreation Centers
• Stadiums
• Aquatic Facilities
• Physical Education Complexes
• Athlete Performance Centers
• Track and Field Complexes

What You Will Do

• Support business development by participating in RFQ, RFP, and interview processes
• Assist in negotiating scope of services, fees, and preparing agreements with both clients and consultants
• Ensure accurate input and updates of client and project information into project management systems
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including schedules, milestones, and staffing, and adjust as needed
• Coordinate project drawings, specifications, and documentation with the project team, ensuring alignment with design intent and budget
• Lead collaboration within project teams, generating innovative design ideas and solutions
• Integrate QA/QC procedures and practice standards into project deliverables, resolving any issues
• Lead and coordinate project teams, vendors, and consultants to meet client expectations for scope, quality, budget, and schedule
• Monitor and track project milestones, deliverables, and ensure submittals meet quality standards
• Communicate project status reports, identify necessary adjustments, and propose solutions for client‑directed changes
• Provide leadership, performance feedback, and contribute to recruitment of project team members
• Establish clear communication with clients to ensure project progress and timely decisions are made
• Collaborate with design leaders to ensure compliance with quality standards and integrate design expertise into all project phases

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Interior Design
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience, with at least 3 years as a project manager
• Professional licensure preferred, but not required
• Working knowledge of local building and zoning codes
• Proficient in Revit, Vantagepoint, Planifi, and Microsoft Suite (including Microsoft Project)
• Strong working knowledge of design techniques, tools, and sustainable design principles for producing technical plans, drawings, and models
• Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills with the ability to multitask while maintaining high‑quality standards
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Our comprehensive Benefits at DLR Group include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities. Compensation considerations are based on location, experience, and skills.

Pay Range

$120,000 - $160,000 USD

Work model: DLR Group follows a four-day in-office work model, with employees having the flexibility to work somewhere other than the office on Fridays.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.