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Project Manager (Architecture)

Salary: $110,000 to $140,000

About the Practice

An internationally recognized architecture and design firm with a deeply rooted commitment to design excellence, technical rigor, and client service. With a diverse, multi-disciplinary practice encompassing education, healthcare, workplace, cultural, and urban design, their work is unified by a shared belief in collaboration, sustainability, and design as a catalyst for positive social impact.

Their culture is built around innovation, mentorship, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Sustainability is a foundational principle of our work—informing design decisions at every scale and ensuring that projects contribute meaningfully to the communities they serve. With 18 distinct practice areas, their studio environment offers exposure to a wide range of project types and opportunities for professional growth.

The Irvine office is located in a premier area and is currently undergoing an exciting renovation, with completion anticipated in March. The role offers a flexible hybrid work model, with an average expectation of 2–3 days in the office each week.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Project Manager with a strong Division of the State Architect (DSA) background to lead and deliver high-quality public school projects. This role is well suited for either an energetic professional with approximately 5 years of experience looking to grow within a sophisticated design environment, or a seasoned professional with 15+ years of experience who can confidently lead projects from day one.

The Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for clients and is responsible for managing project quality, schedule, and financial performance from inception through closeout.

Key Responsibilities

+ Generate and contribute to Design Services Proposals

+ Interpret and administer contracts throughout the project lifecycle

+ Lead projects from planning and design through construction and closeout

+ Manage and mentor project teams, aligning staffing with project milestones

+ Oversee project budgets, schedules, staffing plans, and billing processes

+ Produce and/or manage project documentation within a Revit-based workflow

+ Lead both architectural design and technical production efforts

+ Maintain strong client relationships and manage interdisciplinary interfaces

+ Contribute to RFP responses and broader business development initiatives

Essential Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

+ 5–10 years of experience managing public school projects, including DSA

+ Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills

+ Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office

+ Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, and staffing

Preferred Skills & Experience

+ Experience with Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, SketchUp, Rhino, and Grasshopper

+ Working knowledge of MEP coordination, schematic design, 3D modeling, LEED principles, and building envelope systems

+ Experience contributing to business development and the ability to cultivate client relationships is a pl

Project Manager (Architecture)

About the Practice

We are an internationally recognized architecture and design firm with a deeply rooted commitment to design excellence, technical rigor, and client service. With a diverse, multi-disciplinary practice encompassing education, healthcare, workplace, cultural, and urban design, our work is unified by a shared belief in collaboration, sustainability, and design as a catalyst for positive social impact.

Our culture is built around innovation, mentorship, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. Sustainability is a foundational principle of our work—informing design decisions at every scale and ensuring that projects contribute meaningfully to the communities they serve. With 18 distinct practice areas, our studio environment offers exposure to a wide range of project types and opportunities for professional growth.

Our Irvine office is located in a premier area and is currently undergoing an exciting renovation, with completion anticipated in March. The role offers a flexible hybrid work model, with an average expectation of 2–3 days in the office each week.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Project Manager with a strong Division of the State Architect (DSA) background to lead and deliver high-quality public school projects. This role is well suited for either an energetic professional with approximately 5 years of experience looking to grow within a sophisticated design environment, or a seasoned professional with 15+ years of experience who can confidently lead projects from day one.

The Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for clients and is responsible for managing project quality, schedule, and financial performance from inception through closeout.

Key Responsibilities

+ Generate and contribute to Design Services Proposals

+ Interpret and administer contracts throughout the project lifecycle

+ Lead projects from planning and design through construction and closeout

+ Manage and mentor project teams, aligning staffing with project milestones

+ Oversee project budgets, schedules, staffing plans, and billing processes

+ Produce and/or manage project documentation within a Revit-based workflow

+ Lead both architectural design and technical production efforts

+ Maintain strong client relationships and manage interdisciplinary interfaces

+ Contribute to RFP responses and broader business development initiatives

Essential Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

+ 5–10 years of experience managing public school projects, including DSA

+ Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills

+ Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office

+ Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, and staffing

Preferred Skills & Experience

+ Experience with Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, SketchUp, Rhino, and Grasshopper

+ Working knowledge of MEP coordination, schematic design, 3D modeling, LEED principles, and building envelope systems

+ Experience contributing to business development and the ability to cultivate client relationships is a pl

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Irvine, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Irvine,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 21, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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