Project Manager

About the role

MWA Architects is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our growing San Francisco infrastructure design studio. Our collaborative team designs sustainable, resilient, and beautiful facilities for the water, power, public works, and transportation sectors. We are looking for an organized, proactive leader who enjoys managing complex projects, building strong client relationships, and guiding multidisciplinary teams from planning through construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead small- to medium-sized architectural projects through all phases of design and construction, managing project scope, schedule, budget, staffing, and deliverables.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships through regular communication, meetings, and project documentation.
• Direct and support Project Architects, Designers, and multi-disciplinary consultant teams to deliver coordinated, high-quality design deliverables.
• Monitor project financial performance, including budgets, labor utilization, invoicing, and additional services.
• Create clean, attractive, high-quality architectural designs appropriate for public clients.

Requirements

• At least eight years of experience within a small to medium-sized firm/studio environment with experience managing technical project types, such as industrial, civic, commercial, administration, operations, laboratory, maintenance, public works, or transportation facilities.
• Licensed architectural status with experience with California building codes. Oregon and/or Washington state also desirable.
• A Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• Proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam, Deltek, Microsoft Office, and related programs.
• LEED accreditation preferred but not required.

Skills

• Lead and mentor project teams.
• Excellent organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Creative problem solving and sound judgment across a range of projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong client service and relationship management skills.
• Commitment to design excellence and continuous improvement.

Pay

At MWA Architects, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base pay range for this role is between $110,000 and $128,000, and will depend on your skills, qualifications, licensure, and years of experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and compensation package including paid time off (PTO) and nine paid holidays.
• Employer-matched 401K.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Voluntary benefit plans.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Support in professional development through continuing education opportunities, assistance with professional accreditations, and leadership growth.

About Us

A West Coast-based design firm, MWA Architects strives to create a legacy of beautiful and sustainable architecture that positively impacts human health and our planet's well-being. Each of our projects thoughtfully responds to site context and serves as a foundation for community growth. Within each project, we advocate for racial and socio-economic equity by designing spaces where any occupant can work or reside in a healthy and dignified environment.

Our primary markets focus on humanity’s essential needs. Our work's common thread is the deliberate undertaking of challenging projects with complex and diverse stakeholder needs, as they often offer opportunities for creativity and innovation. MWA fosters a dynamic and engaging work environment, and we seek applicants who will contribute to an inclusive workplace.