Senior Project Manager

HMC Architects

Senior Project Manager at HMC Architects, responsible for leading PreK-12 projects through all development phases. Engaging with clients while managing project teams in San Jose, CA.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeSan Jose • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $132,103 - $197,608 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage multiple projects through all phases of work with strong communication, organization, and delegation skills
Champion sustainable design principles and support HMC’s design standards and guidelines
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate assigned staff; provide coaching and feedback to support professional growth
Monitor project profitability, including revenue, margins, bill rates, and utilization
Ensure high-quality design and construction documentation through collaboration with design leadership
Lead production and review of drawings, specifications, and other project documents
Serve as the primary client point of contact, ensuring responsiveness and effective relationship management
Develop workplans, fee proposals, schedules, and resource allocations
Oversee consultant selection and coordination in compliance with firm standards
Review and monitor contract documents for quality, coordination, and adherence to the Architect Standard of Care
Support business development, including participation in interviews and preparation of pursuit proposals and materials
Assist with financial management including collection of aged accounts and resolution of budgetary issues
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Architectural degree from an accredited institution or equivalent experience
Minimum of 10 years of experience in architectural project management and document production across all phases
Demonstrated leadership, judgment, and decision-making abilities
Ability to manage multiple clients, project managers, and complex schedules
Proficiency with project management tools and architectural software
Advanced Revit proficiency required; familiarity with Bluebeam, BIM 360, and other applicable tools
Ability to professionally communicate both verbally and in writing
Ability to write and edit specifications
Knowledgeable of daylighting, stormwater management, and commissioning
Self-motivated with a drive to take on new challenges and support business development initiatives

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company paid wellness courses
On-site gyms (at select locations)
Access to financial advisors
Discounts to wellness platforms, gyms and more
LinkedIn learning access
Business development training
Supportive mentorship
Company-paid ARE study materials
Exam fees
Licensure completion bonuses
Comprehensive Comp and Benefits: Base+Bonus+Equity+401k
Student loan repayments
Full medical, dental, vision, time off and holidays above industry standard

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Hard Skills & Tools

architectural project managementdocument productionRevitBluebeamBIM 360specifications writing and editingfinancial managementproject profitability monitoringsustainable design principlesdesign documentation

Soft Skills

communicationorganizationdelegationleadershipjudgmentdecision-makingrelationship managementcoachingself-motivationresponsiveness

Certifications

architectural degree