Project Manager

San Francisco, CA, US Location: Tue, Dec 9 '25 Posted on: $30 - $40 hourly Pay:

Hourly Architectural Designer / Project Assistant (San Francisco Bay Area)

Part-time, 10–12 hours/month to start — flexible, independent work with growth potential

We are a residential architecture practice based in the Bay Area, focused on thoughtful, timeless single-family homes and the occasional small commercial project. Our work is warm, design-forward, and detail-driven, and we’re looking for someone who can become a trusted extension of our team.

About the Role

This is an hourly, contractor-style position—perfect for someone who wants flexible, independent work and the chance to learn a ton about real residential architecture in the Bay Area. There are no employee benefits and no fixed salary associated with this role. Hours start at roughly 10–12 per month, with the opportunity to grow into a larger role or take on full projects independently if it’s a great match.

Responsibilities

• Visit active job sites across San Francisco and surrounding areas
• Assist with city permitting tasks, including in-person submittals as needed
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and consultants
• Document site conditions with notes, measurements, photos, and sketches
• Opportunity to take ownership of full project phases depending on experience

Requirements

• Located in the San Francisco Bay Area with the ability to travel to project sites
• Valid driver’s license and reliable car
• Proficiency in Revit 2026
• Strong communication skills and comfort interacting with contractors, clients, and city officials
• Highly detail-oriented, resourceful, proactive, and self-directed
• Positive attitude and willingness to jump in wherever needed

What This Role Offers

• Flexible hours and remote work (outside of site visits and city tasks)
• Independence in how you structure and manage your time
• Exposure to real-world residential design, code navigation, permitting, and construction coordination
• The ability to grow your architectural experience and potentially lead full projects over time
• A close working relationship with a small, friendly, design-focused practice
• ~10–12 hours/month to start, with potential for more
• Hourly rate dependent on experience
• Contractor-style position with no benefits

If this sounds like a great fit, please send a brief introduction, your resume, and a few relevant work samples or a portfolio link.

Questions for you to answer:

Where are you currently located, and are you able to travel to project sites in San Francisco as needed?

Do you have a reliable car for site visits and occasional city errands?

Are you proficient in Revit 2026? If so, please describe your experience level

Have you worked on California residential projects before? If yes, briefly describe your role and responsibilities.

Do you have experience with any Bay Area permitting processes—San Francisco, Oakland, or the Peninsula?

What is your comfort level interacting with contractors, engineers, and city staff?

What does your typical availability look like during the week?

Are you open to an hourly contractor position with no benefits and variable monthly hours?

Can you share a link to your portfolio or 3–5 relevant work samples?

Why does this type of flexible, independent work appeal to you right now?

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