Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture required.
Minimum 10 years' experience managing public school projects.
Experience with the Division of the State Architect for project review and certification.
Strong written and verbal communication skills essential.
Proficient in Revit and AutoCAD; familiarity with Deltek Vision Software is a plus.
California Architecture license required.
Passion for sustainable design; LEED Accreditation preferred.
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary contact for clients and governing agencies.
Oversee project quality across all design phases, ensuring client satisfaction and budget adherence.
Assist in generating Design Services Proposals alongside the Principal-in-Charge.
Manage projects from inception to closeout, including contract understanding.
Determine staffing assignments to meet project milestones effectively.
Handle all project management aspects, including budgeting and billing.
Lead coordination efforts with consultants and the design team.
Benefits
Robust medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401k options available.
Paid time off (PTO) and company-paid holidays.
Life insurance provided.
Pre-tax commuter benefits offered.
Opportunities for professional development.
Flexible hybrid work policy to accommodate diverse employee needs.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity:
Project Manager is a project leadership position with responsibility for quality of services, architectural design, technical production of projects, client management and financial management. Perkins Eastman, Costa Mesa Studio covers multiple practice areas including K-12 education and civic projects.
We are seeking an individual with strong technical and communication skills working within the design team to create exemplary buildings, specifically public schools and government projects to suit clients' and users' needs.
Primary Responsibilities:
Function as day-to-day point of contact with clients and governing agencies including the Division of the State Architect.
Manage the overall quality of small and large projects through all design phases including client interaction, schedule and financial performance (both client budgets as well as internal budgets). Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills are essential.
Assist Principal-in-Charge with generating Design Services Proposals
Understand contracts and run projects from inception through to project closeout.
Responsible for all aspects of project management including budgeting, staffing, billing and consultant billing.
Manage and/or generate details, both exterior and interior within a Revit context
Lead in coordination with consultants and design team
Coordinate material identification and specifications
Quality control of the contract documents
Lead all aspects of the Construction Administration phase including meetings, submittals and preparation of field sketches.
Ability to work on multiple projects and manage project priorities.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's or master's degrees in architecture is required.
Minimum 10 years' experience in managing public school projects.
Must possess Division of the State Architect experience with the full life cycle of project review, approval and certification.
Strong written and verbal communications skills
Familiarity with Deltek Vision Software a plus
Proficient with computer-assisted design software such as Revit and AutoCAD
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software
California Architecture license is required.
Passion for and fundamental understanding of sustainable design.
LEED Accreditation preferred.
Additional Qualifications:
Must be able to interface with clients and maintain the relationship while managing the project.
Must be able to put fee proposals together for projects.
Must have experience managing the project budget
Must be able to contribute towards RFPs.
Excellent communication skills are a must.
Manage and assign staff on the project.
Ability to develop business development and bring in clients is a plus.
What we offer you:
Robust medical, dental and vision coverage
401k Options
PTO
Company Paid Holidays
Life Insurance
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Professional Development
Competitive salary
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: $105,000 - $124,000
Compensation may vary based on the job level and your geographical work location.
Please note that we are not engaging any external recruitment agencies for this position.
About Perkins Estman
Perkins Estman is an architecture and design firm that has been serving the St. Louis area since 1981. The firm provides a wide range of services, including architecture, interior design, and planning. Perkins Estman is committed to creating innovative and sustainable designs that meet the needs of its clients and the community. The firm has earned a reputation for excellence in the industry and has won numerous awards for its work.
