Project Manager / Senior Architect
Tighe Architecture
The role involves managing client, project, and contractor coordination, leading design meetings and presentations, performing design work across all phases from programming through construction documentation, and handling technical oversight including permitting, submittals, and on-site observations. Tighe Architecture is a design firm creating contemporary architecture informed by technology, sustainability, and building innovation, with projects including commercial developments, mixed-use projects, affordable housing, public work, parks, and single-family residences.
- Location
- California, Los Angeles
- Arrangement
- Onsite
- Level
- Senior
- Employment
- Full time
- Date added
- 2026-09-17
- Last checked
- 2026-10-17
Overview
Tighe Architecture is a highly acclaimed design firm committed to creating an authentic, contemporary architecture informed by technology, sustainability, and building innovation. Our diverse body of projects include commercial developments, mixed-use projects, city-developed affordable housing, public work, parks, and single-family residences. This is an opportunity to position yourself in an advanced role within a rapidly growing design firm. This position is available immediately. Position Overview: Project Manager / Senior Architect We are seeking a talented, full-time Project Manager / Senior Architect to join our team. Our ideal candidate is a great designer, highly motivated, well-organized, thoughtful, and has experience working as part of a design team on large projects. The candidate should also have strong communication skills, enjoy collaborating with others, and be reliable, trustworthy, and detail-oriented.
Responsibilities
- Manage multiple aspects of client, project, and general contractor coordination, including full documentation coordination with Tighe Architecture’s design and engineering consultants
- Work as part of a team overseeing technical aspects of projects to ensure harmony with project scope, design, budget, client goals, consultant coordination and core requirements
- Lead design meetings and presentations with clients and stakeholders
- Perform design assignments across all phases: programming client needs, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, space planning, and construction documentation
- Prepare presentations, renderings, and other materials to elegantly convey design ideas
- Participate in the selection and presentation of FF&E, color palettes, and lighting
- Maintain project manuals and specifications
- Conduct and document on-site observations and process submittals, RFI’s, substitution requests, etc. during construction
- Interface with local building and permitting officials during the permitting and construction phases of projects
- Ensure accuracy on technical and other project-related issues while enhancing design through strong technical support
Skills / Requirements
- Professional degree in Architecture from an accredited school
- 5-15 years of relevant professional experience
- Registered Architect preferred, but not required
- Proficiency in Revit is required; familiarity with Rhino, Bluebeam, Enscape, and the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) also expected
- Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills with attention to detail
- Ability to lead and direct multiple design teams and projects during different phases
- Must be able to work locally at our L.A. office with authorization to work in the United States
Desired Experience
- Experience as a project architect with a strong background in commercial towers and multifamily / mixed-use projects
- Direct project experience working within Los Angeles building standards and regulations
- Strong experience in building codes, local permitting, entitlement process, and building construction
- Experience managing multiple aspects of client, team, and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with design and engineering consultants
Other Details
About Tighe Architecture
Tighe Architecture is a highly acclaimed design firm committed to creating an authentic, contemporary architecture informed by technology, sustainability, and building innovation.
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