Architectural Project Manager

Harris Group • Lafayette, California, United States • 2d ago

Harris Group is seeking a licensed architect to join our Lafayette, CA office as anArchitectural Project Manager. Established in 1975, we are an engineering consulting firm with offices across the US. Our architects andengineers solvecomplex design challenges with integrated, multidiscipline teams that deliver creative, high-performance solutions. We excel in high-tech industries with advanced manufacturing processes, including aerospace, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, and clean technologies.

WHY CHOOSE HARRIS GROUP?

Harris Group is a 100% Employee-Owned Engineering Firm.When you join Harris Group, you become an owner.

Ownership culture changes how people show up. Employee-owned firms, like ours, consistently report higher engagement, lower turnover, and stronger client relationships than their non-ESOP counterparts. Harris Group employees think like owners — because we are owners — we show up to solve problems instead of passing them along, treat clients like partners instead of transactions, and invest in each other's success because it's also our own.

THE ROLE

Project Leadership & Management

Lead projects from kickoff through closeout, managing scope, schedule, budget, and quality with accountability to both the client and the firm.

Serve as the primary client point of contact, building and maintaining trusted relationships through proactive communication and reliable delivery.

Develop and manage project work plans, staffing forecasts, and fee budgets; monitor progress and take corrective action as needed.

Facilitate project meetings, design workshops, and deliverable reviews with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

Identify and manage project risks, changes in scope, and contract compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Mentor and guide junior and mid-level staff, providing technical direction and supporting their professional development.

Contribute to proposal development, fee estimating, and interview preparation in support of new project pursuits.

Design & Technical Execution

Plan, lead, and prepare work including proposals, narratives, presentations, specifications, sketches, and drawings during all phases of architectural assignments — consistently meeting project scope, budget, and deadlines.

Define program requirements and establish design parameters based upon client intentions.

Produce design and construction documents with thoughtful, code-compliant architectural solutions.

Identify, interpret, and apply relevant codes and standards to industrial, laboratory, office, and hazardous occupancies; prepare code analysis deliverables.

Conduct research and coordinate design with engineers and specialty consultants.

Encourage and collaborate with the team on design integrity, accuracy, clarity, and quality.

Inspect architectural features of structures in the field against construction documents.

Travel to off-site locations and/or accept client site assignments when required.

Business Development

Actively support the company’s pursuit of new project opportunities through client relationship management, proposal support, and participation in industry events.

Collaborate effectively with coworkers, peers, and clients to cement mutually beneficial relationships and successfully complete quality project outcomes.

THE REQUIREMENTS

Architectural license and NCARB Certificate, both in good standing

10+ years of work experience in architect career-related roles

Demonstrated experience managing projects including budget, schedule, and client communications
Business development experience preferred

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Experience applying architectural techniques commonly used in industrial capital projects

Ability to work independently and collaboratively, exhibiting good judgment with strong client focus

Expertise in interpreting IBC/IFC, NFPA, and OSHA for client and AHJ presentations

Advanced knowledge of architecture and building systems

Proficient with MS Office, AutoCAD, Revit, and manual sketching

Ability to pass client badging and screening process

THE BENEFITS PACKAGE

Salary: $110,000–$160,000/year, depending on education, experience, location, and directly related certifications

Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; 401(k) with company matching; PTO and paid holidays

Employee Ownership: As an ESOP participant, you'll receive an annual allocation of company stock, tangible stake in the firm's growth and profitability. This is wealth-building that compounds over time and is funded entirely by the company on your behalf.

Equal Opportunity 

Harris Group provides a competitive compensation and benefits package and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Drug Free Workplace 

Harris Group, Inc. is a 100% drug free workplace.
For the safety of our employees, customers, and our customer’s facilities, we do a pre-employment drug test and may require random testing to meet specific client needs. Please note that Marijuana, even if prescribed by a physician OR allowed under a state law regulating Marijuana, remains illegal under federal law and is against Harris Group’s policy.

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