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Technical Documentation Manager

Technical Documentation Manager

Venture PersonnelOakland, CA, United States
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

We represent a mission-driven architecture firm known for designing spaces that serve students, teachers, and diverse communities across California. For decades, this firm has built its reputation around :

  • Innovative education-focused design
  • Sustainability and responsible material choices
  • A low-ego, collaborative environment
  • Long-term employee retention (people genuinely like working here)

This is a firm where technical expertise is respected at the same level as design creativity.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a Senior Technical Design & Documentation Manager — a strategic leader who elevates project quality, trains emerging designers, and improves how drawings and documentation are produced across the studio.

This role is ideal for someone who loves architecture and design but feels the greatest impact when they improve HOW the work is delivered — not just producing drawings.

This isn’t a production role.

This is a technical leadership role.

Major Job Functions

  • Technical Leadership & Project SupportServe as the go-to expert on constructability, detailing, materials, and building systems
  • Guide early technical decisions to ensure designs can be built successfully
  • Documentation Strategy & Quality ControlLead documentation standards across multiple project teams
  • Review drawing sets at each phase, improving clarity and reducing risk
  • Ensure documentation aligns with design intent and project delivery goals
  • Cross-disciplinary CoordinationPartner with PMs, Designers, Principals, and consultants
  • Resolve technical challenges early to prevent field issues
  • Process + Best Practices DevelopmentMaintain and improve internal documentation templates, workflows, checklists
  • Establish repeatable technical processes the entire studio will follow
  • Mentorship & TrainingCoach junior and mid-level designers on technical excellence
  • Build the next generation of technical leadership inside the firm
  • Who You Are

    You enjoy the “why” and “how” behind the details.

  • You’re energized by : Improving project delivery
  • Uplifting the quality of drawings
  • Eliminating rework and ambiguity
  • Working with teams, not in isolation
  • And you take pride in being the calm, informed expert others rely on.

  • Desired BackgroundStrong technical knowledge of architectural documentation + detailing
  • Experience supporting multiple project teams simultaneously
  • Ability to improve standards, workflows, and processes
  • Passion for mentorship and elevating team capabilities
  • (Licensure, CSI / technical certifications, or sustainable design experience are a plus — not a barrier.)

    Why This Role Matters

  • You will directly influence : Studio efficiency
  • Drawing quality
  • Risk reduction
  • Client satisfaction
  • Team growth
  • Your work will help ensure that the firm’s design vision becomes reality — beautifully, efficiently, and consistently.

    Compensation & Benefits

    $120,000–$160,000+ depending on experience

    Hybrid schedule (approximately 3 days onsite)

    Career path toward growing firm-wide technical leadership

    Strong benefits, 401(k), and commitment to continuing education

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