Project Manager III

Perkins Eastman; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Perkins Eastman is seeking a highly qualified Project Manager for our Raleigh, NC office to lead local, regional, and select national projects within K-12, Life Sciences, and Commercial Mixed-use sectors.

You will collaborate with clients and design teams, manage budgets and schedules, and mentor staff to grow the Raleigh practice while ensuring quality, on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Architecture degree and licensure.
• Minimum 12 years of experience, including at least 6 years in project management.
• Experience across diverse project types and delivery methods.
• Familiarity with NC codes and Triangle region.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead project work plan and schedule development including fee and budget.
• Lead Raleigh office staffing and workload projections.
• Track and report project financial performance with PE accounting.
• Advocate for client’s financial and schedule goals.
• Coordinate with business development and design teams as needed.
• Negotiate and develop contracts with Owner and consultants.
• Develop fee proposals to support pursuits.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Client management

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Architecture

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Life At PE

We are a global design firm with expertise in all aspects of the built environment. With studios in twnety-six locations globally, we design to enhance the human experience and leave a lasting and positive impact on people's lives and the world we inhabit.

We are a global design firm with expertise in all aspects of the built environment. With studios in twnety-six locations globally, we design to enhance the human experience and leave a lasting and positive impact on people's lives and the world we inhabit.

Perkins Eastman has a highly collaborative, team-oriented culture. We are architects, interior designers, planners, urban designers, graphic designers, construction administration specialists and other professional disciplines unified with the goal of creating aspirational design solutions.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly qualified and motivated Project Manager for our Raleigh, North Carolina office to lead project management for local, regional and select national projects. Currently Project Management opportunities exist within our K-12, Life Sciences and Commercial Mixed-use practice areas.

The successful candidate will work as an advocate for our clients and project teams. They must collaborate and coordinate with the owner and design team, including designers, technical staff, engineers, and consultants. The candidate must have experience with public school systems in North Carolina, including Wake County Public Schools. As a team leader in our office, they will be integral to the growth and advancement of the Raleigh practice.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead project work plan and schedule development, including fee and budget requirements.
• Lead Raleigh office staffing and workload projections.
• Track and report project financial performance with PE accounting department.
• Be a strong advocate for the client's financial and schedule goals for the project.
• Coordinate and participate with business development team members, as necessary.
• Lead negotiating and developing contractual agreements with the Owner and consulting team members.
• Develop and track invoices for Owners and consultants.
• Develop fee proposals to support active pursuits.
• Implement quality control and technical assurance protocols.
• Lead projects through all phases of development, including the construction phase.
• Communicate regularly with Operations staff regarding the financial health of the project.
• Establish transparent communication protocols, to assure well-coordinated documentation of the project.
• Mentor younger staff within the team.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor of Architecture degree
• Licensed architect
• Minimum of 12 years of experience, including minimum 6 years of direct project management experience.
• Responsible for all aspects of project and client management, scalable from simple renovations to large, complex projects.
• Broad spectrum of project type and delivery method experience.
• Familiarization with local and regional jurisdictional authority and code requirements
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Well versed in MS Office Suite.
• Must possess the ability to apply critical thinking, influence, and decision making within a team structure.
• Knowledge and experience with local and regional areas of practice, including familiarity with North Carolina and the Triangle.

Type:

Hybrid. 4 days in office 1 days working remotely, flexible days/working hours

Salary:

$101,500.00 - $135,000.00

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.