Architectural Project Manager

Architectural Project Manager

Location: Sacramento, CA area
(Hybrid – 1 day per week in office)
Pay Range:
$75,000 – $110,000 per year, with flexibility depending on experience

You don’t need to meet 100% of the job requirements to apply. If you hit around 60–70% and you’re confident you can learn the rest, let’s talk. If this isn’t the right opportunity for you, please still apply, as I work with many engineering firms where your background may be a great fit.

Position Summary
We are seeking an Architectural Project Manager to coordinate and manage the day-to-day operations and activities of clients, architectural projects, and assigned staff. This role is responsible for ensuring quality, profitability, efficiency, and timely project delivery while fostering a collaborative team environment. The Architectural Project Manager will identify client needs and concerns and work proactively to ensure successful project outcomes from concept through construction.

Key Responsibilities
• Work with the Business Director or Regional Partner to define project scope
• Prepare manpower requirements, schedules, budgets, and fee projections
• Coordinate and oversee project teams to meet established schedules and budgets
• Maintain open communication with clients to strengthen relationships and prevent issues
• Develop and document code searches
• Assist with schematic design and initiate design development
• Produce and oversee contract documents
• Maintain project records including code documentation, correspondence, estimates, and budgets
• Review team work for content accuracy and completeness
• Participate in construction walk-throughs, zoning meetings, and public hearings
• Coordinate projects with outside consultants including engineers and interior designers
• Participate in billing projections, track work progress, and follow up on overdue invoices
• Communicate schedule delays, budget issues, and project risks to leadership
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Planning, Design, Engineering, or a related field and 3–5 years of experience assisting with all phases of architectural projects
OR
• 5–10 years of experience managing architectural projects from start to finish in lieu of a degree
• Proven leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Strong computer skills
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit
• Residential project experience (single-family and/or multi-family)

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience working directly with clients and managing multi-disciplinary project teams

Additional Details
• Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8 hours per day (32-hour workweek)
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid schedule with one in-office day per week

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply or send your resume to Sebastien Gwinner at sgwinner@selectek.net to discuss this opportunity in greater detail, or you can call me at 678-802-6621.