Healthcare Architecture Project Manager (Hybrid)

Perkins & Will Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Perkins & Will in Chicago is seeking a Project Manager to lead architectural projects from schematic design through construction documentation. You will assist in drawings prep, act as the primary client liaison, and ensure timely resolution of issues while coordinating design and technical aspects.

The role requires a professional degree in Architecture or Interior Design, 10+ years of experience including 5+ years on healthcare projects, and proficiency with 3D modeling and Revit.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture or Interior Design.
• 10+ years of experience, including 5+ years in healthcare projects.
• Proficiency with 3D modeling, visualization, and graphic software; Revit strongly preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of project design process, construction documentation & administration.
• Ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new ones.
• Experience negotiating and managing project scope and fees as well as risk management and financial accountability.
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to direct and coordinate work efforts of junior staff.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem solving skills, attention to detail, and motivation to learn.
• Collaborative and professional work ethic.
• LEED AP or within 6 months of hire.
• Licensure strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of drawings for schematic design, design development, and contract documents.
• Function as the primary contact for all communication between the client and Perkins & Will, ensuring timely resolution of client concerns and management of business issues including contracts and additional services.
• Assist with or have direct responsibility for design, translating client requirements to design criteria from conceptual design through installation.
• Manage the project team, keeping everyone on task and on time.
• Participate in marketing efforts and may lead presentations to prospective clients.
• Coordinate contractors, consultants, and vendor assignments.
• Direct, organize, and mentor junior staff with responsibility for oversight.
• Be responsible for the complete integration of design and technical aspects of the project and for the clear and timely communication of information to the project team and compliance with the project team’s goals.
• Work hard, play hard, and learn a lot along the way!

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Team management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Mentoring

Client communication

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

Professional degree in Interior Design

Tools

Revit

3D modeling software

Visualization software

Job description

Perkins & Will in Chicago is seeking a Project Manager to lead architectural projects from schematic design through construction documentation. You will assist in drawings prep, act as the primary client liaison, and ensure timely resolution of issues while coordinating design and technical aspects.

The role requires a professional degree in Architecture or Interior Design, 10+ years of experience including 5+ years on healthcare projects, and proficiency with 3D modeling and Revit.