Project Manager & experience Project Architect - Community, Workplace & Government (CWG) markets
Location: Northern California
Join HGA's CWG team as an Architectural Project Manager and experienced Project Architect in one of our Northern California offices. We are seeking a highly motivated architectural professional who brings both strong project leadership and technical expertise to successfully deliver projects from concept through completion.
As a seasoned practitioner, you will have a minimum of eight (8) years of architectural experience, including project management responsibilities and independent leadership of multiple small to midsize projects. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of project delivery, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, team coordination, consultant management, and client communication, while ensuring design excellence and successful project outcomes.
What we're looking for:
The ideal candidate is an experienced architect who can confidently lead projects, clients, and teams. While new construction experience is preferred, candidates with significant renovation and modernization project experience will also be considered. Beyond technical capabilities, we are seeking a leader who:
- Demonstrates strong design sensibility and sound architectural judgment.
- Builds trusted relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors.
- Maintains exceptional organization and project management skills.
- Effectively delegates work, mentors team members, and leverages resources efficiently.
- Thrives in a dynamic environment where project priorities and workloads may shift quickly.
- Makes strategic decisions that support project success, team health, and long-term client relationships rather than simply managing to project metrics.
In this role you will:
Project Leadership
- Independently manage multiple projects from concept through completion.
- Develop and oversee project work plans, budgets, schedules, and staffing.
- Ensure design quality, technical accuracy, and code compliance throughout all phases.
Client Engagement
- Serve as the primary client liaison, building trust and ensuring satisfaction.
- Lead presentations, facilitate approvals, and translate client goals into actionable strategies.
Team Coordination
- Direct and mentor project teams, fostering collaboration and accountability.
- Coordinate consultants and stakeholders to ensure integrated project delivery.
Documentation & Administration
- Manage contracts, RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and change orders.
- Maintain organized and accurate project documentation in line with firm standards.
What you will need to have:
- Professional degree in Architecture or related field from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience, with at least 3 years in a project management role.
- Architectural licensure preferred or in progress.
- Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and project management tools.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Deep understanding of building codes, construction methods, and project delivery.
Salary Information:
The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA’s robust benefit programs which include an annual bonus and success sharing bonus program, 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short- and long-term disability programs. Salary Range: $110,000 - $132,000 depending on location, qualifications and experience.
Additional Information:
At HGA, you’ll do the best work of your career. We design with impact by diving deep into the people and passions that shape every place. Empathy fuels us, curiosity drives us, and meaningful work leads to innovation. We celebrate individuality, embrace flexibility, and thrive together in the office three days a week.
Join our nationally recognized, award-winning team of architects, engineers, and interior designers — help us shape what’s next.
Learn more about us here.
Application Requirements & InstructionsPlease submit resume for consideration.
Skills Required
- Professional degree in Architecture or a related field from an accredited institution
- Minimum of 8 years of architectural experience
- At least 3 years of experience in a project management role
- Architectural licensure
- Proficiency in Revit
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
- Proficiency in project management tools
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Understanding of building codes, construction methods, and project delivery
- New construction experience
What We Do
HGA is a national interdisciplinary design firm committed to making a positive, lasting impact for our clients and communities through research-based, holistic solutions. We believe that great design requires a sense of curiosity—forming deep insight into our clients, their contexts, and the human condition. We are a collective of 1,200 architects, engineers, interior designers, planners, researchers, and strategists. Our practice spans multiple markets, including science and technology, corporate, cultural, education, local and federal government, and healthcare. HGA’s work has received numerous awards throughout our history—from our own industries, as well as those of our clients. Equally as meaningful to us is the shared impact we create with our clients through purposeful design that speaks to the human experience. #HGA #HGADesign
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