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Project Architects Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Project Architect

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$97K - $130K/yr

California Architects License * 8+ years of experience as a Project Architect * Min 4 years of experience as a Job Captain * Technical construction detailing experience (new construction) * BIM ...

Project Architect

San Diego, CA · Hybrid

$100K - $140K/yr

Work with the Project Manager to lead and mentor team members and consultants while representing ... Flad Architects is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Flad will provide equal employment ...

Project Architect

San Diego, CA · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

Work with the Project Manager to lead and mentor team members and consultants while representing ... Flad Architects is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Flad will provide equal employment ...

Project Architect

San Diego, CA · On-site

$100 - $140/hr

Work with the Project Manager to lead and mentor team members and consultants while representing ... Flad Architects is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Flad will provide equal employment ...

Project Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$180 - $240/hr

Job Title Location Years of Experience 15+ Handel Architects is an award-winning, full-service ... Our San Francisco office specializes in complex mixed-use and multi-family residential projects ...

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Project Architects information

What is the difference between Project Architects vs Design Architects?

AspectProject ArchitectsDesign Architects
CredentialsArchitect license, project management experienceArchitect license, strong design portfolio
Work EnvironmentOversee projects from conception to completion, coordinate teamsFocus on conceptual design, creative development
Employer & Industry UsageArchitecture firms, construction companiesArchitecture firms, design studios

Project Architects primarily manage the execution of architectural projects, ensuring they meet client and regulatory requirements. Design Architects focus on developing innovative and aesthetic design concepts. While both roles require an architecture license, Project Architects emphasize project coordination and management, whereas Design Architects concentrate on creative design development.

How much do project architects make in the US?

Project architects in the US typically earn a median annual salary of around $80,000 to $100,000, depending on experience, location, and firm size. Salaries can increase with licensure, advanced skills, and project complexity, and many project architects also receive benefits such as health insurance and retirement plans.

What does a project architect do?

A project architect is responsible for leading the design and coordination of architectural projects, overseeing the development of plans, ensuring compliance with building codes, and collaborating with clients, engineers, and contractors. They often use design software like AutoCAD or Revit and may manage project timelines and budgets to ensure successful completion.

What cities in California are hiring for Project Architects jobs?

Cities in California with the most Project Architects job openings:

Infographic showing various Project Architects job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution.

Project Architect for Healthcare Market

Taylor Design

Sacramento, CA • On-site

$88K - $118K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago


Job description

LOVE WHERE YOU WORK!


Voted Best Architectural Firm To Work For since 2018, Taylor Design, a 100% employee-owned company, is looking forHealthcare Project Architects to join our Sacramento office. This is your opportunity to work with a team of dedicated, creative, and fun architects and designers on award-winning projects.

TheHealthcare Project Architect, as a technical quality leader within a design team, should have technical expertise in architectural design, construction documents, construction, building codes and project coordination issues associated with diverse project types ideally with the delivery of Healthcare projects.


What you will do:

  • Effectively coordinates their own work and the work of others using BIM and other design technology tools.
  • Assist in ensuring compliance with design intent, and that their work, and the work they supervise, is completed efficiently as planned.
    Coordinate with the Project Manager or Project Architect to ensure project resources are scheduled and used effectively.
  • Have good working knowledge of project staffing, budgets, and task management.
  • Communicate with consultants, contractors, sub-consultants, and project team to clarify technical issues and share project information with project team.
  • Produce design and construction documents, and active works towards a complete understanding of jurisdictional code issues and resolutions
  • Actively participates in researching construction materials, assemblies, and details.
  • Be responsible for quality control of their own work and knowledge of and maintaining Taylor Design office standards for documentation.
    Participate in the on-going development of firm wide BIM applications, tools, templates, and processes.
  • Actively participate in QA reviews of technical documents.


What you will have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent educational experience.
  • Registered Architect in the State of California.
  • Minimum of 8-10 years' experience in a professional architectural office setting.
  • Good to excellent Revit knowledge as well as MS Suite.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Experience in Health Care or Science and Technology a strong plus.


At Taylor Design, we're humble-it keeps us grounded. We value an entrepreneurial spirit-it feeds our creativity. We put a premium on curiosity-it guides our future. Most of all, we believe in good design for the good of all.


We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. As an employee-owned firm, our staff understands what drives success. Every employee is positioned to think like an owner.


Important Notes:

Pay Comments: If you are hired at Taylor Design, your base salary is based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience, project complexity, and licensure and/or certifications. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.


Taylor Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.


Please note that Taylor Design does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed contract, Taylor Design will not agree to pay any recruiter fee. In the situation an agency or recruiter submits a candidate or resume without a previously signed agreement and/or without Taylor Design's request, Taylor Design explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Taylor Design.