Senior Architect/Project Manager

Position OverviewPDMS Design Group, Inc. is looking for an experienced Senior Architect / Project Manager to join our Architecture team. This is a senior-level, hands-on role for someone who can independently manage projects, lead clients and project teams, and provide strong technical architectural oversight.

We need someone who is comfortable managing multiple projects at once and taking ownership from initial client engagement through design, construction documents, permitting, construction administration, and closeout.

An active California Architectural License and NCARB Certificate are required. Multi-state licensure is strongly preferred.

Our ideal candidate has experience working in a fast-paced Architecture/Engineering environment and understands how to balance project delivery, client relationships, team leadership, quality control, schedules, and budgets.

What We're Looking For· Current California Architectural Registration - required

· Current NCARB Certificate - required

· Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture from an accredited institution

· 7+ years of architectural experience and 3+ years of project management experience

· Multi-state architectural licensure preferred

· Strong experience with industrial, light commercial, retail, and/or multi-site/rollout projects

· Experience managing projects from initial scope through construction administration

· Strong knowledge of building codes, accessibility requirements, construction methods, and permitting

· Experience sealing and signing architectural documents

· Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit; Bluebeam experience preferred

· Experience managing multidisciplinary teams, including coordination with MEP and outside consultants

· Strong client-facing communication and relationship management skills

· Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, schedules, budgets, and deadlines

· Experience mentoring and providing direction to designers and junior team members

· Business development and client relationship experience is a plus

Primary ResponsibilitiesThis person will be responsible for leading multiple architectural projects and serving as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, contractors, and internal team members.

Responsibilities will include developing and reviewing architectural construction documents; performing code analysis; overseeing permitting; sealing architectural documents as required; performing quality control reviews; managing submittals and RFIs; and providing construction administration through project closeout.

From a project management standpoint, this person will establish project scopes, schedules, work plans, and budgets; monitor project financial performance; lead kickoff and coordination meetings; manage internal and external project teams; track milestones; identify project risks; and ensure deadlines and client expectations are met.

The Senior Architect / Project Manager will also help mentor our Architecture team, provide technical guidance, reinforce quality standards, and support the continued development of our staff.

Client & Business Development ExpectationsThis is not strictly a production position. We are looking for someone who is comfortable being client-facing and can develop long-term relationships.

The individual should be able to maintain and grow existing client relationships, identify opportunities for repeat business, participate in proposals and interviews, and support the firm's overall business development efforts.

Ideal Candidate ProfileFor recruiting purposes, we would prioritize candidates who are: California licensed + NCARB certified + licensed in multiple states + experienced in industrial/retail/commercial work + strong in both AutoCAD and Revit + currently managing projects and clients.

We are looking for someone who can step into the position with a high level of independence rather than someone who would need significant training before taking ownership of projects.

Experience working within a multidisciplinary Architecture + MEP Engineering firm would be especially valuable.

About PDMSPDMS Design Group, Inc. is an established Architecture and MEP Engineering firm headquartered in Arlington, Texas. We provide architectural and in-house MEP services for clients across the country, with a strong focus on industrial, retail, food service, build-to-suit, design-build, and multi-site programs.

We offer a collaborative environment, competitive benefits, and opportunities for long-term growth and advancement within the firm.