Senior Project Manager

HMC Architects

. Plan, coordinate, and administer major projects through all phases of development .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesSenior💰 $105,682 - $158,086 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in project management and architectural practice, with a strong focus on client engagement, team leadership, and quality assurance throughout all project phases. Proficient in budget management, contract negotiation, and effective communication with diverse stakeholders.

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Architectural DegreeProject ManagementClient EngagementBudget ManagementPublic K-12 Project Experience

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Hard Skills

Production and Coordination of DocumentsWriting and Editing SpecificationsAnalyzing Profitability and RevenueKnowledge of DaylightingStormwater ManagementCommissioningWriting RFPsNegotiating ContractsQuality AssuranceCompliance Review

Soft Skills

Professional CommunicationDecision MakingCoaching and MentoringProblem SolvingGoal Setting and Prioritization

Industry Keywords

Architectural PracticePublic AgenciesConstruction PublicationsProject Goals and ObjectivesClient Financial Issues

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, coordinate, and administer major projects through all phases of development
Work with staff, give directions, and resolve architectural problems
Establish and maintain budgets and schedules
Monitor adherence to contractual terms and expectations
Engage with clients and direct, control, and monitor project activities
Oversee two to three project managers and multiple project teams
Coach, mentor, and provide performance-enhancing feedback to assigned team members
Resolve issues related to team members and consultants
Collaborate with staff to meet project goals and objectives
Direct verbal and graphic communication of complex project concepts to clients, public agencies, and project team members
Serve as primary point of contact for client issues
Resolve lost-opportunity issues, including staffing reductions, contractual obligations, and scope of services
Supervise and manage multiple clients and project managers through all project phases
Supervise up to 6–12 employees
Write RFPs and negotiate contracts and fees with clients and consultants
Write articles for professional architecture and construction publications
Prepare and edit marketing proposals and participate in interviews
Review staff budgets, goals, and work plans and take appropriate action
Monitor staffing models against projected workloads, timelines, and profitability projections
Resolve aged-account collections and client financial issues
Ensure quality of project design and documents through all phases
Review documents for quality, coordination, and compliance with deliverables and client standards
Resolve plan-check and approval issues with agencies and clients
Oversee and resolve issues during construction phases

Requirements

What you’ll need

Architectural degree from an accredited university or equivalent demonstrated proficiency
Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in production and coordination of documents in all phases of architectural practice and in management of public K-12 projects
Willingness to make decisions and exhibit sound and accurate judgment
Ability to professionally communicate verbally and in writing with office support staff, consultants, and vendors
Ability to correspond effectively and professionally with agencies, consultants, and clients
Ability to write and edit specifications
Ability to set goals, prioritize, and plan work activities efficiently
Ability to analyze profitability, revenue, margins, bill rates, and utilization across projects
Knowledge of daylighting, stormwater management, and commissioning
Ability to market project capability through client interviews, public presentations, and professional publications

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee ownership after one year, receiving company-provided shares at no cost
Flexible work arrangements
Company-paid wellness courses
On-site gyms at select locations
Access to financial advisors
Discounts to wellness platforms and gyms
LinkedIn Learning access
Business development training
Supportive mentorship
Company-paid ARE study materials
Company-paid exam fees
Licensure completion bonuses
Bonus opportunities
Equity/employee stock ownership grants
401(k)
Student loan repayments
Wellness programs
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Time off and holidays above industry standard