Project Manager - Architecture (Fresno, CA)
About The Position
TETER is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the architectural delivery of K-12 and higher education building design projects for our California-based clients. Important: This is an architecture-focused role, not a construction or engineering position. Candidates must have architectural design experience and a deep understanding of the building design process, particularly in DSA-regulated education environments. WHAT YOU'LL DO As a Project Manager at TETER, you'll lead multidisciplinary design teams and manage client relationships while ensuring educational building projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will: Lead DSA-regulated building design projects from concept through construction administration. Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and team resources using Deltek Vantagepoint. Coordinate with school districts, consultants, and internal teams to ensure seamless communication. Oversee contract development, fee proposals, and sub-consultant agreements. Provide mentorship and direction to project architects, job captains, and design professionals. Support business development efforts and help identify new education project opportunities. Foster a collaborative A+E work environment and uphold TETER's project management best practices. WHAT YOU BRING Experience: Project Manager I: 8-12 years of overall architectural design/project delivery experience, including prior roles such as Job Captain or Senior Job Captain. Project Manager II: 12-15 years of overall architectural design/project delivery experience, with demonstrated success leading DSA-regulated projects. Senior Project Manager: 15+ years of overall architectural design/project delivery experience, with a proven track record of client leadership, mentorship, and managing large-scale education projects. Demonstrated experience managing DSA-regulated educational building design projects in California Education: Bachelor's degree in architecture or a closely related field Licensure: Registered Architect in California preferred but not required Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship skills Deep understanding of project work plans, staffing, and budgets Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software (Deltek Vantagepoint preferred) Familiarity with REVIT and/or AutoCAD COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Annual Salary Range: $93,100-135,000 based on level (Actual pay depends on licensure, qualifications, experience, location, and business needs) Benefits Include: Hybrid work schedule (after trial period) based on business needs and work/life balance Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Wellness Program Paid Time Off Professional Licensing Support And more! WHY TETER? At TETER, we don't just build projects-we build people. We've been recognized as one of Zweig Group's Top 10 "Best Firms to Work For" in the U.S. and Canada, including in 2025. Our culture is rooted in collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to excellence. When you join TETER, you join a team that values your growth and celebrates your contributions. Ready to lead impactful educational building design projects with a firm that values your architectural expertise? Apply today and help us deliver excellence-one school at a time. Headhunters/Recruiters: Please do not contact.
Requirements
- 8-12 years of overall architectural design/project delivery experience, including prior roles such as Job Captain or Senior Job Captain (PM I)
- 12-15 years of overall architectural design/project delivery experience, with demonstrated success leading DSA-regulated projects (PM II)
- 15+ years of overall architectural design/project delivery experience, with a proven track record of client leadership, mentorship, and managing large-scale education projects (Senior PM)
- Demonstrated experience managing DSA-regulated educational building design projects in California
- Bachelor's degree in architecture or a closely related field
- Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship skills
- Deep understanding of project work plans, staffing, and budgets
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software (Deltek Vantagepoint preferred)
- Familiarity with REVIT and/or AutoCAD
Nice To Haves
- Registered Architect in California preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Lead DSA-regulated building design projects from concept through construction administration.
- Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and team resources using Deltek Vantagepoint.
- Coordinate with school districts, consultants, and internal teams to ensure seamless communication.
- Oversee contract development, fee proposals, and sub-consultant agreements.
- Provide mentorship and direction to project architects, job captains, and design professionals.
- Support business development efforts and help identify new education project opportunities.
- Foster a collaborative A+E work environment and uphold TETER's project management best practices.
Benefits
- Hybrid work schedule (after trial period) based on business needs and work/life balance
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Paid Time Off
- Professional Licensing Support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
