Project Manager — High-End Custom Residential
EBTA Architects | Irvine, CA
The Role
We're hiring a Project Manager to lead the execution of custom residential projects across Orange County and Los Angeles — from schematic design through construction close-out. You'll run multiple projects concurrently, working directly with clients, consultants, and contractors on some of Southern California's most ambitious private homes.
This is an in-house, full-time role. Strong Project Architects ready to step up into PM responsibilities are encouraged to apply.
About EBTA
EBTA Architects designs custom homes for discerning clients across OC and LA. Our work is rooted in craft, restraint, and the kind of detail resolution that holds up on-site. We're a team that takes design seriously without taking ourselves too seriously, and we expect the same from the people we bring on.
Who Fits Here
We're a small, tight-knit studio, and the people who do well here tend to bring genuine collegiality to the work. What we've found matters most:
- You're easy to work with and a presence the team enjoys
- You bring calm and warmth to demanding situations
- You give and take feedback openly and without ego
- You're honest about what you don't know and generous with what you do
What You'll Do
- Run high-end residential projects from concept through construction administration
- Coordinate the consultant team — Structural, MEP, Civil, Landscape, Geotech, and specialty trades as needed
- Lead internal production staff and keep schedules, budgets, and deliverables on track
- Manage client communication with professionalism and clarity
- Oversee construction administration: RFIs, submittals, site visits, change orders, punch lists
- Navigate municipal code, coastal jurisdictions, DRBs, and HOAs across OC and LA markets
- Produce and manage quality control of construction documents, including detailing
- Uphold the firm's design and documentation standards on every project
What We're Looking For
Must-have:
- 5–10 years managing custom residential projects
- Demonstrated ability to deliver complex residential work — ideally in the luxury or high-end custom sector
- Revit and AutoCAD proficiency
- Strong grasp of residential construction methods, materials, and detailing
- Ability to run projects semi-autonomously with direction
- Clear, professional communication with clients, consultants, and contractors
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture (or equivalent experience)
- Friendly demeanor
Nice-to-have:
- California architectural license, or actively pursuing
- AutoCAD or DataCAD experience
- SketchUp for design development
- Lumion, D5, or TwinMotion experience
- Experience with high-net-worth clients and the pace/expectations that come with them
- Coastal Zone, hillside, or other jurisdictionally complex project experience
- Comfort leading smaller projects end-to-end, including detailing and CD production
What We Offer
- Comprehensive benefits package
- A studio culture that values design rigor and collaboration
- A steady pipeline of prestigious, design-forward residential work
- Real mentorship and a path to grow — whether that's licensure, leadership, or sharpening craft
How to Apply
Send your resume and a work sample (Revit-based preferred) to [email protected].
Portfolio PDFs under 15MB, please.
We review every application. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
EBTA Architects is an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to building a team where talented people from any background can do their best work.
Pay: $70,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
