Project Manager

Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Architecture Project Manager to join a growing San Francisco-based infrastructure design studio. This collaborative team delivers sustainable, resilient, and innovative architectural solutions for clients across the water, power, public works, and transportation sectors. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who excels at managing complex projects, building lasting client relationships, and leading multidisciplinary teams from concept through construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage small to mid-sized architectural projects through all phases of design and construction.
• Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, staffing, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes.
• Serve as the primary client contact, fostering strong relationships through effective communication, meetings, and project reporting.
• Lead and mentor Project Architects, Designers, and consultant teams to produce coordinated, high-quality design solutions.
• Monitor project financial performance, including budgets, labor utilization, invoicing, and change/additional service management.
• Develop thoughtful, visually compelling, and technically sound architectural designs tailored to public-sector clients.
• Ensure projects meet quality standards, regulatory requirements, and client expectations.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of architectural experience within a small to mid-sized firm or studio environment.

• Proven experience managing technical project types, including:

• Industrial facilities

• Civic and public works projects

• Commercial buildings

• Administrative and operations facilities

• Laboratories

• Maintenance facilities

• Transportation infrastructure projects

• Bachelor"s and/or Master"s Degree in Architecture from an accredited program.

• Proficiency with Revit, Bluebeam, Deltek, Microsoft Office, and related design/project management software.

• LEED Accreditation preferred but not required.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $128000.00/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 San Francisco,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.