10+ years of experience in all phases of architectural projects
Active architecture license in California
Proficiency in Microsoft Project and Excel
Knowledge in managing project scope, fee, schedule, work plans, and budget
Responsibilities
Own projects from inception to completion, ensuring design excellence and technical accuracy
Lead project goals for integrated design, budget adherence, and schedule management
Manage project schedules, budgets, and work plans throughout all phases
Oversee contracts, financials, and construction administration with accountability
Build strong relationships with clients, builders, and internal teams
Guide research into innovative products and construction methods
Serve as Architect of Record and provide professional oversight
Mentor and support team members in their professional growth
Benefits
Mentorship from senior professionals across disciplines
Career development support including professional development grants and in-house training
Ongoing education through innovative courses and Tech Talks
8 paid volunteer hours annually
Opportunities to lead impactful community projects
Significant investment in employee professional development through grants
Full Job Description
We're currently seeking an Architecture Project Manager to join our dynamic Healthcare team. You'll be part of a culture that values deep collaboration, technical excellence, and continual growth. Our healthcare projects include Hoag Hospital Expansion, Memorial Care Medical Foundation Office Building, and Hoag Orthopedic Institute Ambulatory Surgery Center. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across our studios in California and Texas-and help bring high-performance, community-first design to life.
What You'll Do:
Take ownership of projects from inception to completion, contributing across all phases and ensuring design excellence, technical accuracy, and successful delivery.
Lead the achievement of project goals, including integrated design and planning objectives, budget adherence, schedule management, and overall financial performance.
Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and work plans throughout all phases.
Oversee contracts, financials, and construction administration with accuracy and accountability.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, builders, governing authorities, stakeholders, and internal team members.
Review and guide research into products, systems, and construction methods to support project innovation and quality.
Serve as the Architect of Record, providing professional oversight, signing, and stamping project documentation as required.
Mentor, coach, and support the professional growth of team members by sharing knowledge, training, and leadership.
What We Offer:
At LPA, your growth and contributions matter. We foster a collaborative culture where creative ideas are valued, and voices are heard.
Mentorship from Managing Directors, Design Directors, and senior team members across disciplines.
Career development support, including professional development grants and in-house training.
Ongoing education through LPA+U courses and Tech Talks focused on innovative, sustainable practices.
8 paid hours of volunteer time each year.
Opportunities to propose and lead projects that impact your local community, including more than $1 million since 2015 in Habitat for Humanity builds, scholarships, and other pro bono community projects.
Access to our Professional Development Grants program, created to encourage professional development and further LPA's collective knowledge as a firm. Over the life of the grant program, we have invested $1,196,890 and impacted 848 LPA employees.
What We're Looking For:
Required:
Bachelor's and/or Master's Degree in Architecture.
10+ years of experience in all phases of architectural projects.
Active architecture license in California.
Proficiency in Microsoft Project and Excel.
Knowledge in management of project business: scope, fee, schedule, work plans and budget.
Preferred:
HCAI (OSHPD) experience.
LEED accreditation.
Familiarity with Rhino and Adobe Creative Suite.
This position is eligible for an annual bonus. If you are hired at LPA, your base salary is based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience and/or project complexity. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
