Architectural Project Manager

About the role

Westside Build, in partnership with Westside Design, is a design and construction firm based in Santa Monica. We rebuild homes across the Pacific Palisades following wildfires, emphasizing technology, speed, and craftsmanship. We are seeking a Project Manager to oversee complex, high-profile projects from conception to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Cook up strategic plans for project success, covering schedule, budget, and quality
• Manage client budgets, schedules, and programs throughout the project lifecycle
• Oversee project communications, documentation, and office administrative tasks
• Lead two concurrent projects, supported by a Job Captain
• Help establish and maintain firm-wide standards for project delivery, documentation, and quality
• Implement and review drawings and documentation, ensuring quality control
• Serve as the primary client liaison, handling client meetings and presentations
• Estimate fees, define project scopes, and prepare proposals
• Mentor and develop project management staff, enhancing the firm’s overall delivery capability

Requirements

• Professional degree in architecture from an accredited program
• 10+ years of professional experience in architecture or integrated design and build delivery
• Strong technical background in residential or commercial construction documentation and detailing
• Proven staff management experience, including managing projects and staff simultaneously
• Demonstrated experience coordinating complex projects from inception to completion, on schedule and within budget
• Revit proficiency (required)
• Strong command of project budgets, schedules, scope estimation, proposals, and contracts
• Proven client management capability, able to serve as the primary client liaison, lead client meetings and presentations, and manage relationships confidently through difficult decisions
• Excellent client-facing communication, organization, and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Construction background, especially in California
• Licensure as an architect in California (preferred but not required)
• Experience with residential construction, including custom single family homes, ADUs, and/or rebuilds
• Proficiency with Bluebeam and Procore
• Experience working on rebuild or disaster recovery housing

Benefits

• Hybrid work schedule: four days in office and one day remote
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• A collaborative, innovative work environment with a supportive culture focused on mentorship and growth

Compensation

Commensurate with experience and scope of responsibility. The salary range for this role is $115,000 to $145,000. Westside Build is an equal opportunity employer.