A+I / Perkins&WillA+I, an award-winning strategy-led architecture and design agency, is now a part of global powerhouse, Perkins&Will. We believe deeply that great design depends on the collaborative output of our teams. As a key manager of A+I/P&W project teams, you will work closely with fellow team members, not only other interior and architectural designers, but also strategists and brand/graphic designers. Through your strong design and communication skills, you will take a large part in steering the full design process—from concept development to implementation. Ideal candidates will bring a strong track record of guiding clients and project teams toward innovative, human-centric, and impactful design solutions.
A+I / Perkins&Will is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to achieving a workforce as diverse as the city we call home.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for leading all phases of the design process with a high level of proficiency and expertise 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, fosters collaboration, demonstrates strong and effective communication and direction which inspires high team performance, design ideas, and successful project delivery.
- Leads effort in developing and validating project scope, fee, budget, services during the marketing and contract development process.
- Accountable for complete and timely communication of project information to and from clients and project team.
- Responsible for managing project using the Deltek Project Management system; completes work plans in Deltek, 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 Project Architect and Sr. Project Architect to avoid or eliminate conflicts in schedule due to the changes in various projects.
- Provides on-going communication through team meetings, minutes, and memos to 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.
- Controls risk management by monitoring client issues and technical issues in a timely manner to minimize liability.
- Reviews work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
- Coordinates staffing resources with Operations Director.
- Mentors staff.
GENERAL PROFICIENCES (including, but not limited to):
- 10-15+ years of experience as a Project Manager on Healthcare projects
- BIM
- Building codes
- Site analysis
- Preliminary design studies
- Contract documents
- Field measurements
- Life safety requirements
- Specifications
- Construction contract administration
- Project kickoff and closeout
SOFTWARES
- Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D Production Software
- Advanced Revit
- Deltek, Microsoft Office, Adobe Suite/Affinity
- Conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino, Sketch Up, Grasshopper
- Visualization tools such as Enscape and Lumion
- Physical modeling Tools such as 3D laser printing
- Presentation Tools (InDesign, Photoshop, etc.)
REQUIREMENTS
- Candidates must hold an active architectural license in the United States or Interior Design license/certification (NCIDQ)
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture or related discipline required
- 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
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