Architecture Project Manager

W H O W E A R E
A Small Firm. Big Impact on the Central Coast.

Omni Design is a generalist architecture, engineering adn land survey firm rooted in San Luis Obispo County. We design commercial, civic, and municipal projects that directly improve the communities where our clients live and work — from Paso Robles and Atascadero to Santa Maria and everywhere in between.
We’re a small, close-knit team. That means you get real responsibility, real variety, and a real voice in the work — not a siloed role in a large bureaucracy. When you join Omni Design, you’re joining a team that cares deeply about craft, community, and each other.

T H E O P P O R T U N I T Y
Team Leadership
We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager / Project Architect to take the lead on multiple commercial, civic, and municipal projects simultaneously.  Experience with Design, Build, Delivery, and Federal Projects is a plus.

Working directly with the Principal Architect, you’ll own projects from first concept through construction administration — coordinating clients, consultants, contractors, and governing agencies every step of the way.
This is a hands-on technical role. You’ll be in the drawings, on the job sites, solving real
problems — and you’ll do it as part of a team that has your back.

 

T H E R O L E
What You’ll Do

Project Delivery & Technical Production

• Lead all project phases from schematic design through construction administration and closeout
• Produce and coordinate high-quality construction documents in AutoCAD (required) and Revit (preferred)
• Perform QA/QC review of all project documents before submittal

Project Management

• Own project budgets and schedules from kickoff through closeout — monitor, report, and course-correct proactively
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Coordinate engineers, consultants, and sub-consultants to ensure design intent carries through to construction

Client & Agency Coordination

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and governing agencies
• Facilitate project approvals, permit processing, and plan check responses with local and state agencies

Team Leadership

• Direct and mentor junior architects, designers, and drafters assigned to your projects
• Set clear expectations for deliverables, quality standards, and deadlines

Q U A L I F I C A T I O N S

What You Bring

Required

• B.Arch, M.Arch, or equivalent degree from a U.S. accredited architecture school
• Minimum 8 years of overall architectural office experience across all project phases
• Minimum 3 years in a Project Manager or Project Architect role with direct budget, schedule, and client responsibility
• Demonstrated experience in commercial, civic, municipal, or public agency project types
• Proficiency in AutoCAD — production-level construction documents
• Strong working knowledge of California Building Code, ADA, and Title 24
• Experience managing consultant teams through full project delivery
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Must be available to work in-office and visit project sites throughout San Luis Obispo County

Preferred (Not Required)

• Design-Build Delivery and Public Clients Experience (K-12, Federal, Municipal,..)
• Active California Architect License or active pursuit of licensure (ARE progress)
• Proficiency in Revit — production-level preferred; working knowledge considered
• Experience with DSA submittals or public agency plan check processes
• Experience with Bluebeam Revu or similar PDF markup tools

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Why People Love Working at Omni Design

1. FIT — Work that actually fits your life . Small team, generalist projects, diverse project types. You won’t be stuck doing the same thing every day. You’ll work alongside people who genuinely like each other and share a commitment to doing great work. We work to enjoy the Central Coast, not live to work here. We are hard workers; however, we do appreciate a work-life balance and flexibility.

1. FINANCES — Competitive compensation. based on experience and licensure, plus 401(k) with company match, medical benefits, and a flexible schedule. We pay fairly and we’re transparent about it.
2. FUTURE — Room to grow. You’ll work directly with the Principal Architect on every project. That proximity creates real mentorship, real learning, and real career development. For the right person, there is a path forward at this firm.
3. FREEDOM — Autonomy and ownership. You won’t be micromanaged. You’ll own your projects, make real decisions, and have the flexibility to work the way you work best. Flexible schedule and a culture that respects your time.
4. FUN — A place you’ll actually want to come to . We celebrate milestones, support each other, and take pride in the work we put into this community. Small team means everyone’s contribution is seen and valued.

C O M P E N S A T I O N &B E N E F I T S

What We Offer

• Salary: Competitive compensation depending on experience and licensure
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match
• Health: Medical benefits
• Schedule: Flexible work schedule
• Location: In-office, San Luis Obispo County — with regular job site visit

H O W T O A P P L Y
Ready to Join the Team?

Send us your resume and a brief note (3–5 minutes, max) telling us why this role is a fit for where you are in your career.