Architectural Project Manager

AECOM • San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

AECOM is currently seeking a Project Manager with a strong architectural background and preferably with an active architectural license to join our growing team in one of the following offices: San Franciso, Oakland, Los Angeles, Sacramento or San Jose, CA. This is an opportunity to lead impactful architectural projects from planning and design through construction, while collaborating across disciplines in a dynamic, global design environment. As a Project Manager, you will oversee the full lifecycle of architectural projects — from initial concept development through construction completion. You will lead project teams, interface directly with clients, ensure design and documentation quality, and help drive project delivery success. A licensed architect is preferred to bring both creative vision and technical rigor, along with proven leadership in managing scope, schedule, and budget on complex projects. US West Buildings + Places Business Line has a vast market spread and geography, providing opportunities across a wide range of project typologies, including Science & Technology, Advanced Manufacturing, Commercial, Aerospace, Higher Education, Industrial and Process, Transportation, Aviation, Sports and Federal market sectors across the western United States and beyond. As a dynamic team of Architects, Planners, and Engineers we strive to incorporate beauty, sustainability, resiliency, and innovation in our projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s from an accredited program
• 6+ years of professional experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Experience in architectural project management, including experience in California market.
• Proven experience managing projects of varying scales and complexities.
• Proficiency in design and project management software, such as Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Project.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• Licensed Architect in California.
• LEED Accreditation or experience with sustainable design practices.
• Strong understanding of California building codes, zoning regulations, and permitting processes.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with public and private sector projects, including mixed-use, commercial, and institutional developments.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage architectural projects through all phases of design and construction
• Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams to ensure design quality, technical accuracy, and timely delivery
• Serve as primary client contact throughout project development
• Oversee the preparation and review of design documentation and construction drawings
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and deliverables in alignment with client expectations
• Support internal resourcing, consultant coordination, and team performance
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and AECOM standards
• May manage various size groups of architects, designers and/or specialists.
• May work on modest size projects and/or assist Project Architectural or Engineering Managers with higher grades.
• Responsible for providing architectural guidance, calculations, analysis, studies and recommendations for a specialized segment of the Architectural Discipline within the schedules and budget of an assigned project.

Benefits

• AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options , well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees