Senior Project Manager - College & University Practice Area

Perkins Eastman; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 137,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Options

Paid Time Off

Company Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Professional Development

Job summary

A leading architecture firm in New York is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead transformative projects for colleges and universities. This role involves managing project budgets and schedules while mentoring staff and ensuring design excellence. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor or Master's in Architecture, extensive project management experience, and strong leadership skills. The position offers a hybrid work policy and opportunities for growth within a global firm.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience with higher education projects.
• Licensed Architect preferred.
• Experience in contract review and fee proposal development.
• CPHD, LEED and/or WELL accreditations desired.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to colleges and universities.
• Lead teams through all phases of design and delivery.
• Manage project budgets, contracts, and schedules.
• Mentor and develop staff for growth.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Communication

Project Management

Contract Negotiation

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor or Master of Architecture

Tools

Revit

MS Office Suite

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Overview

Department: NYC01 - New York Studio 01

Location: New York, NY

Job ID: 1742

Salary: $137000 - $146000 Per Year

Employee Referral Bonus: Employee Referral Eligible

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

• 401k Options
• PTO
• Company Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Professional Development

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.

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