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Project Manager

HGA
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/19/2025 CLOSED ON 12/20/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at HGA?

Overview

Join HGA and learn what passion for design means to us - San Fransico, CA; Sacramento, CA; San Jose, CA

Bring your experience and design expertise to an innovative architecture, engineering and interior design firm dedicated to designing exceptional spaces that inspire and transform communities.

We are looking for a talented, design-sensitive, and ambitious Project Manager to join our NorCal Healthcare architecture team and help shape the future of sustainable design. In this role, you will be an integral member of our project teams, contributing at every stage of the design process. Our practice encompasses a broad array of project types and scales, so versatility and adaptability to various collaborative design team settings are essential.

In This Role You Will

  • collaborate with Principal in evaluation of project requirements and help to negotiate an acceptable owner-architect agreement including the fee, scope, and time schedule;
  • demonstrate task-focused mastery of project scope, schedule, budget and profitability. Complete projects on schedule, within budget and with maximum client satisfaction;
  • manage a program of multiple projects and associated client relationships effectively;
  • negotiate critical issues with Owner and Contractor as well as Architects, Engineers and Specialty Consultants within HGA and of other organizations and firms;
  • supervise the production of architectural construction documents for multiple small renovation projects;
  • lead a full-service architectural and engineering team, using past experience and technical knowledge to efficiently deliver quality documents, specifications, reports and cost estimates, keeping in mind schedules/budgets and provides coaching/communication as appropriate with team leaders and/or team members who are responsible for work flow/timelines, etc.;
  • develop discipline cost and work-hour budgets for each project and monitor project costs, completion status against budget schedules/timelines;
  • oversee all correspondence and pertinent documents, making sure they are accurate; sign or obtain signatures and seek legal counsel as appropriate;
  • coordinate review and evaluation of contractor bids and work with Principal so that award recommendation can be submitted to owner;
  • provide day-to-day leadership in the absence of and as delegated by the Principal and/or Practice Group Leader keeping lines of communication open with all office management leaders and assist with preparation of client billings prior to submittal for signature; and
  • collaborate with Practice Group Leader as requested in the marketing of projects including development of proposals and possible participation in client interviews.

You Will Need To Have

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture or related field
  • Licensed professional desired
  • 7-10 years of project management experience honed on increasingly more complex projects
  • Demonstrated skill in working on multiple smaller-sized, challenging projects simultaneously
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly with team members and clients and lead discussions on project budgets and management of project delivery
  • Proficiency with industry accepted software and Microsoft Office products is needed, experience with Project Management software (Vision, Microsoft Project) is beneficial

Salary Information

The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA’s robust benefit programs which include an annual bonus and success sharing bonus program, 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short- and long-term disability programs. Salary Range: $96,300 - $125,900 depending on qualifications and experience.

Additional Information

HGA is a place where you can do your best work. We believe that enduring, impactful design results from deep insight into the people and passions that animate each unique environment. We value empathy, are fueled by curiosity, and embrace the hard work that leads to innovation. Equally important is our commitment to creating a culture of inclusivity and diversity where we encourage your originality, respect the need for flexibility and work-life balance, and empower your desired career growth. HGA is a national award-winning interdisciplinary design firm rooted in architecture and engineering.

Learn more about us here .

Application Requirements & Instructions

Please submit resume for consideration.

Salary : $96,300 - $125,900

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