Oct. 10, 2026

Senior Architect / Senior Project Manager

AIA San Mateo County San Mateo, California $130,000–$200,000 a year

Full TimeSan Mateo, CaliforniaPosted 8 minutes ago

TRG Architecture + Interior Design

High-end single family residential; sustainable design

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Senior Architect / Senior Project Manager

Pay: $130,000.00 – $200,000.00 per year

Job Description

The Senior Architect / Senior Project Manager leads residential projects from concept through construction, working closely with the principal and the rest of the studio. They work collaboratively to develop project designs, obtain permits, and conduct construction administration. As a senior member of a small team, you’ll also help shape how the studio works and grows — mentoring newer staff, strengthening our standards, bringing ideas that move the practice forward, and collaborating with the rest of your team. As we’re an architecture and interior design practice, you will collaborate with our interiors team to ensure that the project has a cohesive design direction from foundational concepts through finishes and furnishings.

Responsibilities

Work collaboratively on high-end residential projects

Develop projects through all architectural phases (PD, DD, CD, CA)

Present and discuss design work with clients, and guide them through decisions across each phase.

Coordinate with consultants, and support the project through permitting and construction administration.

Review the work of junior staff and help develop their skills.

Contribute to the studio’s direction, standards, and culture as a senior member of a small team.

Qualifications

Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch).

8+ years of professional experience, primarily in high-end single-family residential work.

Strong design ability, with command of space planning and building systems for residential projects.

Proficiency in a 3D modeling software (Rhino or SketchUp)

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Proficiency in Revit (preferred)

Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop (preferred)

Strong communication and client-presentation skills

Strong ability to sketch and develop ideas by hand or digitally.

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Familiarity with California residential practice — code and permitting

California architectural license strongly preferred, or eligibility to sit for the Architect Registration Examination.

What we offer

A close, collaborative studio where senior staff have genuine ownership of their projects and a voice in the direction of the practice. Competitive compensation and benefits, and support for licensure and professional growth.

To apply

Compensation

$130,000.00 – $200,000.00 per year, commensurate with experience.

In addition, we provide a generous benefits package including paid holidays, paid time off, 100% coverage for health insurance, dental and vision plans, and a matching 401K plan.

Please send your resume and a portfolio of your work to [email protected].

TRG Architects is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Tagged as: architect, cad experience, project architect

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