HMC Architects

Senior Project Architect/Senior Technical Manager

HMC Architects$105K — $158K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
  • California architectural license (required for Senior Project Architect applicants)
  • Minimum 10 years of architectural experience with technical proficiency
  • Strong knowledge of building codes, systems, materials, and construction documentation
  • Proven experience in mentoring staff and leading technical teams
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage priorities and collaborate effectively

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership and oversight for architectural projects across all phases
  • Supervise and mentor project teams, supporting their professional growth
  • Resolve complex constructability, code, and agency approval issues
  • Collaborate with Project Managers on staffing, schedules, and budgets
  • Manage and coordinate interactions with consultants and project stakeholders
  • Establish best practices and lead lessons-learned efforts as a technical resource
  • Ensure document quality and compliance with codes and contracts

Benefits

  • Hybrid working arrangement (office/remote)
  • Flexible working hours
  • Participation in employee stock ownership grants
  • Medical insurance coverage
  • Paid time off and discretionary bonus opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Project Architect / Senior Technical Manager to provide technical leadership, mentorship, and oversight across architectural projects. This role is responsible for driving high-quality documentation, resolving complex technical and code issues, and supporting project teams throughout all phases of design and construction. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who brings deep technical expertise, sound judgment, and a passion for developing teams. For candidates holding the Senior Project Architect title, a current California architectural license is required.

This position will be working out of our Los Angeles, California office. This position is eligible for hybrid (office/remote) working arrangement and flexible working hours.

Responsibilities
  • Provide technical leadership and oversight for architectural projects across all phases
  • Supervise and mentor project teams, supporting professional growth and technical development
  • Resolve complex constructability, code, and agency approval issues
  • Collaborate closely with Project Managers on staffing, schedules, budgets, and work plans
  • Manage and coordinate consultants, agencies, and project stakeholders
  • Serve as a technical resource for the studio, establishing best practices and leading lessons-learned efforts
  • Review documents for quality, coordination, code compliance, and contractual alignment
  • Support or lead construction administration activities, including OAC meetings as needed
  • Assist with proposals, interviews, and marketing efforts
  • Ensure projects meet client expectations, contractual requirements, schedules, and budgets

Requirements
  • Professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
  • Licensed Architect in California (required for Senior Project Architect designation)
  • Minimum 10 years of experience with demonstrated technical proficiency across all phases of architectural practice
  • Strong knowledge of building codes, systems, materials, and construction documentation
  • Proven experience mentoring staff and leading technical teams
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage priorities, make sound decisions, and work collaboratively
  • Understanding of contractual obligations, scopes of work, and fee structures
  • Willingness to travel as needed

This position is non-exempt. The salary range for this position is $105,682 - $158,086.

The actual offered salary for this position will vary depending on multiple factors including the candidate's qualification, education, position knowledge, work experience, skills, ability, work location, and internal incumbent compensation for similar roles. We do not anticipate individuals hired into this position will start at or near the top half of the range listed; the decision will be based on each individual case. The salary range listed above does not include other compensation elements such as discretionary bonus opportunities, employee stock ownership grants, paid time off, medical insurance, and other wage and benefit opportunities.

About HMC Architects

HMC Architects is an architecture and engineering firm headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The firm was founded in 1940 and has since grown to include offices in California, Nevada, and Arizona. HMC Architects specializes in healthcare, education, and civic architecture, and has completed projects for clients such as the University of California, Los Angeles, and the City of Los Angeles. The firm has won numerous awards for its work, including the American Institute of Architects' Firm Award in 2017.
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