Life at PE

Perkins Eastman is a global architectural design practice with expertise in all aspects of the built environment, working at all scales, and at every level of detail. With studios in 24 locations worldwide, we design for people, to leave a lasting and positive impact on the human experience and the world we inhabit. This is captured in our ethos "human by design".

We believe design is a collaborative art and we are structured as an integrated practice of passionate professionals committed to delivering the best design for our clients. Our team of diverse and complementary talents work together in studios, that can draw from relevant expertise and points of view from across the whole practice to analyze and solve the specific design challenges they are working on. Within the firm we have 18 practice areas, cores of expertise, that focus as centers of knowledge and analysis, that are both an essential foundation and fuel for the creative design work. Sustainability is intrinsic to our design approach. It is an essential ingredient for the design teams throughout the process, adding valuable insights, ideas, and research to the process. For us all good design is sustainable.

The Opportunity:

Perkins Eastman is seeking a Senior Project Manager with a passion for shaping the future of higher education environments. Based in our New York office, you'll join a global, single-profit-center firm that offers the potential to pursue opportunities locally, nationally, and internationally.

This is a chance to lead transformative projects for some of the world's most dynamic colleges and universities while collaborating with a diverse, talented, and purpose-driven team. Travel opportunities and career growth are built into the role, making this an ideal opportunity for someone ready to have an impact on multiple levels.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to leading colleges and universities, building long-term client relationships and championing design excellence and sustainability.
• Lead and inspire teams through all phases of design and delivery, from visioning to construction,
• ensuring projects meet or exceed our clients' goals for budget, schedule, and performance.
• Coordinate with architects, designers, planners, consultants, and contractors to deliver innovative
• learning environments.
• Manage and oversee project budgets, contracts, and schedules while delivering on financial
• performance objectives.
• Mentor and develop staff, providing guidance and creating opportunities for growth.
• Collaborate with firm-wide practice area leaders and principals to support all aspects of business development efforts, fee proposals, while reviewing and negotiating contracts.
• Leverage Perkins Eastman's global resources and thought leadership to bring new ideas and best practices into every project and initiative.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor or Master of Architecture (required).
• 10+ years of project management experience, with a proven track record of leading higher education projects and project teams through all project phases.
• Licensed Architect is preferred.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience reviewing contracts, negotiating project scope, and developing fee proposals.
• Expertise in Revit, MS Office Suite; and experience with Bluebeam Revu.
• Proven ability to manage client expectations while delivering innovative and practical solutions.
• CPHD, LEED and/or WELL accreditations.
• Willingness to travel for client engagements across the U. S.

What we offer you:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401k Options
• PTO
• Company Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Professional Development
• Competitive salary

PE has a hybrid policy that allows flexibility for our employees in managing their working days and hours to cater to their diverse needs.

Salary Range:$137k - $146k

Perkins Eastman is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and a participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.