Architectural Project Manager/SR. PM - DSA, K12, Education (San Diego)

Type: Full Time

Location: San Diego, CA

Compensation: 120k/year - 150k/year

Category: Architecture & Planning, Design

Description

About Us: We are a nationally recognized architecture firm and design practice with a strong focus on impactful community projects. Our teams partner with robust clients focused on high-end design for education, healthcare, civic, and communities to create spaces that inspire learning and serve future generations. With a culture rooted in collaboration, innovation, and design excellence, we continue to be a trusted partner in delivering thoughtful, sustainable, and student-centered environments.


The Position: We are seeking a Sr. Project Manager / Architectural PM to lead complex Education (K-12) and DSA-regulated projects across Los Angeles. This is a leadership opportunity for a proven professional with recent and relevant project experience who thrives in a client-facing role, guiding teams, ensuring design quality, and driving successful project delivery from planning through construction.


  • Position: Sr. Project Manager / Architectural Project Manager – Education (K-12, DSA)
  • Location: San Diego, CA | Full-Time | Hybrid Schedule


What You’ll Do (Duties)

  • Manage multiple education-focused architectural projects (K-12, DSA) through all phases, from design to construction closeout.
  • Lead client communication, consultant coordination, and project team management.
  • Develop and monitor project schedules, budgets, and staffing resources.
  • Guide and mentor architectural staff, ensuring quality standards and professional growth.
  • Oversee preparation and review of design documents, specifications, and contract compliance.
  • Ensure design intent and sustainable principles are integrated throughout all project phases.
  • Resolve regulatory, permitting, and DSA coordination issues.
  • Contribute to business development, including proposal preparation and client presentations.


What You Need (Qualifications)

  • Architectural degree from an accredited program (professional license preferred).
  • 10+ years of architectural project management experience, including recent K-12 / DSA-regulated projects.
  • Proven track record leading teams on medium to large-scale educational facilities.
  • Strong client-facing skills with ability to foster lasting relationships.
  • Proficiency in Revit and other project management/design software.
  • Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication abilities.
  • Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and complex consultant coordination.


What’s Offered (Competitive Full Package)

  • Salary: $110,000 – $150,000/year (DOE)
  • Annual performance-based bonus opportunities, including profit-sharing incentives
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous PTO, holidays, and personal time
  • ESOP: Employee Owner Stock Program (Own a piece of the firm!)
  • Flexible hybrid schedule
  • Professional development, continuing education, and licensure support
  • Collaborative, mission-driven environment with long-term growth opportunities


Apply Today: Apply directly to this posting with your updated resume, then email it to ian.kerr@BancroftSP.com for prompt review and confidential consideration.


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