Position Description

The Architect - Project Manager (AR-5) applies a sound and diverse knowledge of architectural principles and practices to a broad array of assignments and related fields. Operating in a supportive yet leadership capacity within the Architectural Group, this role collaborates closely with Project Designers, Project Architects, and Project Principals. Depending on the scale of the assignment, the AR-5 may serve as the primary architectural designer, technical leader, or project manager for medium-to-large-scale projects, or act as a senior team member on major, complex projects.

Supervision received is minimal and mainly concerns overall project objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and firm policy matters. The individual is expected to lead teams, interface directly with clients, and exercise independent judgment.

Key Responsibilities

● Project Leadership & Management: Provide leadership to project teams across all phases of design and document production. Act on behalf of the design team when communicating with clients, colleagues, and consultants.

● Design & Technical Execution: Develop technical concepts and generate solutions from design development through construction administration. Ensure the overall content and quality of issued documents strictly meet the project's design intent.

● Team Supervision & Mentorship: Supervise, coordinate, and review the work of a small group of design staff. Monitor junior staff on a daily basis, taking constructive actions to foster professional growth and address performance.

● Client & Code Coordination: Coordinate directly with jurisdictional officials to resolve building, planning, and zoning code issues. Assist in developing project performance goals alongside clients and consultants.

● BIM & Workflow Management: Develop the team's approach to Building Information Modeling (BIM), collaborating with in-house resources to establish and execute the project's BIM process plan.

● Operational Planning: Prepare work plans and schedules for the design process, meticulously coordinating timelines with overall project management.

Qualifications

● Accredited professional degree in Architecture.

● California-licensed Architect (registration expected at this level).

● Typically 6+ years of professional experience, including California public K-12 projects.

● Proven DSA approval experience across multiple project phases.

● Thorough, broad knowledge of design, planning, and technical design — able to generate building and site concepts and develop them into complete design solutions.

● Extensive technical design skills spanning design development through construction administration, with strong understanding of architectural and engineering building components and their interrelationships.

● Strong proficiency with BIM and documentation workflows.

● Leadership and organizational skills to direct a project team to its goals for quality, schedule, and budget.

● Graphic and verbal skills to communicate design and planning concepts to clients, colleagues, and consultants.

● Ability to recognize opportunities for innovation within the project context and apply them to meet project goals.

● Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Compensation & Benefits

● Competitive base salary commensurate with experience (AR-5 range).

● Year-end bonus eligibility.

● Monthly medical healthcare premium reimbursement allowance or health care plan options.

● 401(k) with company-paid matching after six months of service.

● PTO accruing at 8.33 hours per pay period — 200 hours (25 days) annually.

● Six paid holidays plus two floating holidays.

● Cell phone reimbursement of $25 per pay period ($600 annually).

● Licensure allowance, support and mentorship.

Locations

Sacramento | San Francisco | South Bay | Monterey Peninsula | Remote California

Remote within California, with the ability to travel to Modus offices and project sites as project needs require.

Reporting Structure

● Specific Project Items: Reports to designated Project Leadership.

● General Operations: Department Head and Executive Leadership (President/CEO).

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sacramento, CA 94203