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Project Manager- Civic Architecture Lead

Dewberry

Sacramento, CA
Full Time
Senior
125k-175k
about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

Dewberry is currently seeking a Civic Architecture Lead to work in our Sacramento, CA office. This strategic hire for Dewberry's California Architecture Practice offers an opportunity for a Project Manager or Project Architect to leverage their client/project management, subject matter expertise, and design skills to contribute to the growth of a public sector focused practice. The role involves working on projects at the municipal, county, and state levels across California, including justice, educational, public sector, and civic projects. Dewberry is a leading firm with a history of providing professional services to public and private clients, committed to client service and community transformation, established in 1956 with over 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work closely with Clients, managing relationships and day-to-day individual project needs.
  • Work closely with internal Teams to conceptualize, design, and produce project documentation.
  • Participate in Business Development and Marketing activities, independently and in conjunction with others, including RFPs and interviews.
  • Work directly with new & existing Clients to develop and maintain robust relationships, including day-to-day Project Management for key projects.
  • Supervise internal teams in the preparation of design deliverables for all phases of design.
  • Set, monitor and maintain project budgets, work plans, and schedules through all phases of the design process.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience, with a diverse portfolio of public and private sector work.
  • Licensed Architect in California required.
  • Proficiency in Revit, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Google SketchUp.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead project teams, clients, consultants, and contractors.
  • Collaborative approach to all aspects of the practice.
  • Expert knowledge of local code requirements and ability to interface with agencies such as the Office of the State Fire Marshall.
  • Confident and effective interpersonal and time management skills.
  • Comfortable participating in Business Development and marketing activities.
  • Experience in developing scope/fees, managing project budgets, client/consultant invoices, agreements, and contracts.
  • Ability to manage project team resources and advise on resource and schedule needs.
  • Experience in developing proposals, participating in client interviews, and marketing collateral.
  • Ability to review and ensure document accuracy for clients, consultants, and project teams.
  • Responsible for QA/QC processes and communicating lessons learned.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with municipal, county, and state government projects.
  • Experience with public sector projects such as justice, educational, and civic projects.

Qualifications

  • Valid driver's license and good driving record.
  • Ability to pass a driving record background check.

Benefits & Perks

  • Relocation assistance available for the right candidate.
  • Projected salary range of $125,000-$175,000 annually, depending on skills and experience.

Working at Dewberry

Dewberry is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, encouraging candidates who may not meet every requirement to apply, emphasizing a commitment to equal opportunity and employee growth.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 27, 2025
Job CategoryProject Management
Salary125k-175k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceSenior

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About Dewberry

Website

dewberry.com

Company Size

5001-10000 employees

Location

Sacramento, CA

Industry

Engineering Services

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