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Do you enjoy building strong relationships with clients through clear communication and design excellence?\n\nIf so, Studio VARA is looking for a Project Manager/Architect:\nLead the design and documentation of custom, high-end single-family residential work\nFull-time exempt position 9-6 Monday-Friday, hybrid in-office at our SF mission district studio, and from home.\nEmployer-paid full medical, dental & vision insurance, PTO, and 401k.\nSalary Range: $135K – $155K / year, commensurate with experience\n\nThe Position:\nWork with project principals to oversee all phases of projects from schematic design through construction administration.\nLead the design, detailing, and full documentation of interior & exterior architecture on selected projects.\nProvide expertise across multiple projects across the office.\nAssign tasks to staff and manage deadlines for production, renderings, presentations, and research, including interdepartmental coordination between the interiors and architecture teams.\nProduce and manage project schedules, work plans, and documentation.\nDevelop and manage project budgets and fees.\nManage client relationships and set proper expectations around budget and schedule.\nManages, specifically with drawing deliverables schedules.\nWhat you’ll need:\nDegree in Architecture\nLicensed architect in California or in the process of licensure.\nMinimum of 10 years of experience designing, documenting, detailing and custom high-end single family residential; experience in commercial and multi-family projects is a plus.\nExperience managing clients that expect a high standard of service & attention.\nModern design skills and strong abilities in technical detailing for Type-V construction.\nExceptional skill in construction detailing and assemblies, management of construction documents and leading the production of a complete construction document set.\nThorough understanding of construction administration and means and methods.\nProficiency in Revit is expected; AutoCAD is a plus.\nKnowledge of Procore or similar Construction Management software.\nThorough knowledge of AIA contracts, project specifications, and material research & development.\nPreferred:\nExperience with Sketch Up, Adobe Creative Suite, Enscape and Twinmotion.\nExperience with Type III over podium and other building types.\nProficiency in Word, spreadsheets, and Bluebeam.\nAbout Us: Studio VARA is a dynamic, creative, and collaborative award-winning design studio encompassing Architecture, Urban and Interior Design.\nTo be considered, please respond to taune@nlshr.com with your resume, portfolio samples and a cover letter including salary expectations and telling us about your favorite SF building.\nWe are an equal opportunity employer and welcome diversity in the workplace. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.","company":"Studio Vara","rawCompany":"studio vara","city":"Millbrae","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-04T15:15:00.934Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"17-1011.00","title":"Architects, Except Landscape and Naval","slug":"architects-except-landscape-and-naval"}],"industries":[{"code":"541310","title":"Architectural Services","slug":"architectural-services"},{"code":"541490","title":"Other Specialized Design Services","slug":"other-specialized-design-services"},{"code":"541410","title":"Interior Design Services","slug":"interior-design-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Project Manager","description":"Does creating design concepts and overseeing a project from conception to completion bring you great joy and satisfaction? 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Do you enjoy building strong relationships with clients through clear communication and design excellence?\n\nIf so, Studio VARA is looking for a Project Manager/Architect:\nLead the design and documentation of custom, high-end single-family residential work\nFull-time exempt position 9-6 Monday-Friday, hybrid in-office at our SF mission district studio, and from home.\nEmployer-paid full medical, dental & vision insurance, PTO, and 401k.\nSalary Range: $135K – $155K / year, commensurate with experience\n\nThe Position:\nWork with project principals to oversee all phases of projects from schematic design through construction administration.\nLead the design, detailing, and full documentation of interior & exterior architecture on selected projects.\nProvide expertise across multiple projects across the office.\nAssign tasks to staff and manage deadlines for production, renderings, presentations, and research, including interdepartmental coordination between the interiors and architecture teams.\nProduce and manage project schedules, work plans, and documentation.\nDevelop and manage project budgets and fees.\nManage client relationships and set proper expectations around budget and schedule.\nManages, specifically with drawing deliverables schedules.\nWhat you’ll need:\nDegree in Architecture\nLicensed architect in California or in the process of licensure.\nMinimum of 10 years of experience designing, documenting, detailing and custom high-end single family residential; experience in commercial and multi-family projects is a plus.\nExperience managing clients that expect a high standard of service & attention.\nModern design skills and strong abilities in technical detailing for Type-V construction.\nExceptional skill in construction detailing and assemblies, management of construction documents and leading the production of a complete construction document set.\nThorough understanding of construction administration and means and methods.\nProficiency in Revit is expected; AutoCAD is a plus.\nKnowledge of Procore or similar Construction Management software.\nThorough knowledge of AIA contracts, project specifications, and material research & development.\nPreferred:\nExperience with Sketch Up, Adobe Creative Suite, Enscape and Twinmotion.\nExperience with Type III over podium and other building types.\nProficiency in Word, spreadsheets, and Bluebeam.\nAbout Us: Studio VARA is a dynamic, creative, and collaborative award-winning design studio encompassing Architecture, Urban and Interior Design.\nTo be considered, please respond to taune@nlshr.com with your resume, portfolio samples and a cover letter including salary expectations and telling us about your favorite SF building.\nWe are an equal opportunity employer and welcome diversity in the workplace. 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