Project Manager

Perkins&Will; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 102,100 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architecture firm in Washington, DC, is seeking an enthusiastic Project Manager (Entry Level) to join their dynamic team. The role requires over 8 years of experience in project management, especially in architecture or interior design. Key duties include managing complex design processes, ensuring project success, and maintaining effective communication with clients and teams. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s in architecture and necessary certifications. Salary ranges from $102,100 to $120,000 based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in project management and architecture or design.
• Preferred licensure in architecture or interior design.
• LEED GA certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of projects for efficient execution.
• Provide complete communication of project information to clients.
• Monitor construction administration and technical implications.

Skills

Project management

BIM

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline

Tools

Revit

Microsoft Office

Adobe Suite

Job description

The DC studio is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Project Manager (Entry Level) to join a highly collaborative and dynamic team. The ideal individual will have 8+ years of experience and be a self-starter with strong project management skills. Professionals with experience in Architecture and/or Interior Design at various scales are welcome to apply.

Common and Baseline Responsibilities

You understand and consistently execute all aspects of the design process and project complexities, proactively contributing to the team’s success while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, execution, and living design.

• Full responsibility for managing all aspects of projects to ensure efficient execution within scope and budget.
• Manages project teams, fostering collaboration, demonstrates strong and effective communication and direction, which inspires high team performance, design ideas, and successful project delivery.
• Participates in developing and validating project scope and fee, budget, and scope of services during the marketing and contract development process.
• Provides complete and timely communication of project information to and from clients and the project team.
• Responsible for managing projects using the project management system. Creates and updates work plans, including identification of project team members, budget, consultants, schedule for completion, fees, and costs, as well as project change notices or other actions taking place on the assigned project.
• Works with the Project Architect to avoid or eliminate conflicts in the schedule due to the changes in various projects.
• Provides ongoing communication through team meetings/minutes/update memos to the project team.
• Communicates with clients, consultants, contractors, sub‑consultants, and other disciplines to ensure effective communication.
• Monitors construction administration during the construction phase.
• Understands and responds to technical implications and design decisions.
• Participates in marketing opportunities and develops successful client relationships for continuing business.
• Considers risk management by monitoring client issues and technical issues in a timely manner to minimize liability.
• Reviews work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
• Coordinates staffing resources with Operations Director.
• Mentor staff.

High-Level Summary of Critical, Baseline Technical Skills and Certifications

Typical Years of Requisite Experience

7-9+ years in project management, architecture, and design

Professional Licensure

Preferred

Proficiencies

• BIM
• Building codes
• Site analysis
• Preliminary design studies
• Contract documents
• Field measurements
• Life safety requirements
• Specifications
• Construction contract administration
• Project kickoff and closeout

Software

• Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software
• Advanced Revit
• Conceptual modeling tools
• Microsoft Office / Adobe Suite
• Physical modeling tools such as 3D Printing and Laser cutting
• Presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop
• PMTK

Licensure/Certifications/Education

• LEED GA within 6 months of hire
• Professional Accreditation in one area of Living Design that interests you: LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, Passive House Institute Certified Passive House Consultant/Designer CPHC/CPHD, or ILFI Living Future Accreditation
• Architectural license or Interior Design license/certification
• Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required

Qualified and interested candidates should submit a resume and work samples. Include your resume and a compact, representative sample of your work (no larger than 6MB).

Salary Range Information

We foster a culture that is diverse and inclusive and strive for pay practices that are fair, competitive, and reflect our commitment to pay equity. Our compensation decisions include but are not limited to a candidate’s qualifications, including skill sets, education, experience and training, licensure and certifications, credentials if applicable, and business-related factors. This practice extends to all employees, including performance considerations for merit increases, job promotions, and transfer opportunities. We additionally review our pay practices, conduct pay equity audits, and ensure our managers are trained in our pay practices on an annual basis. At the time of posting this job advertisement, the annual pay salary range for this position in DC is between $102,100 and $120,000, commensurate with qualifications.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Perkins&Will has established and adopted an Equal Employment Opportunity policy (“EEO”), which is part of the Company’s Human Resources Policy. The purpose of this EEO policy is to ensure that all employment decisions are made on a non‑discriminatory basis, and without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law. In some cases, local laws and regulations may provide greater protections than those outlined here, and employees will be covered by the laws of their local jurisdiction.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

Perkins&Will will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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