Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Project Manager – Architecture (Design-Build | Federal/Military Projects)

About the Company

An award‑winning design‑build contractor specializing in large‑scale, mission‑critical facilities for federal and military clients. Their integrated approach brings together architects, engineers, construction professionals, and specialty consultants under one roof to deliver high‑performance projects with efficiency, technical excellence, and unwavering commitment to quality. They take pride in fostering a collaborative environment where innovation, accountability, and professional growth are part of our culture.

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced Project Manager – Architecture to join our established Architecture Department within an integrated Design/Build (DB) construction environment. This role plays a key part in overseeing multiple concurrent military construction projects, ensuring seamless coordination among disciplines, and maintaining strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle. The successful candidate will serve as a technical leader—providing architectural expertise, guiding design development, ensuring code compliance, and managing the production of high‑quality construction documents for complex projects typically valued between $30M and $150M.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple architectural projects within a design-build delivery framework, with a focus on Department of Defense (DoD) and military construction work.
• Provide technical leadership and oversight across multidisciplinary teams including fire protection/life safety, civil, structural, landscape architecture, interior design, mechanical/plumbing, electrical, telecommunications, audio-visual, and security.
• Collaborate closely with engineering and architectural team members to ensure design accuracy, code compliance, and alignment with project requirements.
• Serve as the client-facing representative for architectural scope throughout design and construction.
• Lead the development of schematic design, design development, and construction document phases.
• Review and coordinate construction detailing, technical documentation, specifications, and interdisciplinary integration.
• Oversee quality assurance and quality control processes for architectural deliverables.
• Assist in coordinating Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) implementation and other federal design standards.
• Support project site visits, field reviews, and construction administration tasks (approx. 20–30% travel).
• Maintain proactive communication, organization, and leadership within project teams.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
• 10+ years of architectural experience with construction documentation for projects valued at $30M–$150M
• Strong understanding of civil, structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and low-voltage systems
• Expertise in architectural construction detailing and technical documentation
• Proficiency in Revit
• Demonstrated experience from schematic design through construction documentation
• Strong understanding of building codes, construction methodologies, and project coordination
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC)

Preferred

• Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) design and construction projects

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Carlsbad, CA.

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $150000.00/yr.

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans to keep you and your family healthy 401(k) Retirement Plan: Competitive employer matching to help you plan for the future Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, holidays, and personal days to recharge and enjoy life outside of work. Professional Development: Reimbursement for continuing education related to license, license renewal reimbursement, and licensure support

This is a hybrid position in Carlsbad,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 15, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.