Architecture Project Manager: Higher Education

About the role

LPA is a collective of designers, engineers, and researchers dedicated to sustainable, high-performance architecture. The "No Excuses" integrated design approach has been recognized by the AIA as a trailblazer in sustainable design.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of projects from inception to completion, contributing across all phases and ensuring design excellence, technical accuracy, and successful delivery.
• Lead the achievement of project goals, including integrated design and planning objectives, budget adherence, schedule management, and overall financial performance.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and work plans throughout all phases.
• Oversee contracts, financials, and construction administration with accuracy and accountability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, builders, governing authorities, stakeholders, and internal team members.
• Review and guide research into products, systems, and construction methods to support project innovation and quality.
• Serve as the Architect of Record, providing professional oversight, signing, and stamping project documentation as required.
• Mentor, coach, and support the professional growth of team members by sharing knowledge, training, and leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Architecture.
• 10+ years of experience in all phases of architectural projects.
• Active architecture license in California.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project and Excel.
• Knowledge in management of project business: scope, fee, schedule, work plans, and budget.

Preferred

• Experience with the California DSA process for education projects.
• Knowledge of Revit and Adobe Create Suite.

Benefits

• Career development support, including professional development grants and in-house training.
• Opportunities to propose and lead projects that impact your local community.
• Professional Development Grants program to encourage professional development and further LPA's collective knowledge as a firm.

Pay

$100K - $155K

Schedule

Full-time