Project Manager - Custom Residential

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.

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• California architectural license, or actively pursuing
• AutoCAD or DataCAD experience
• Sketch Up for design development
• Lumion, D5, or Twin Motion 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

• 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