12+ years of experience, with 6+ years in project management
Experience managing diverse project types and delivery methods
Familiarity with local jurisdictional authority and code requirements
Strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in MS Office Suite
Critical thinking and decision-making abilities
Knowledge of North Carolina and the Triangle region
Responsibilities
Lead project work plan and schedule development
Oversee staffing and workload projections for the Raleigh office
Track and report project financial performance
Advocate for client financial and schedule goals
Coordinate with business development team members
Negotiate and develop contractual agreements
Develop and track invoices for owners and consultants
Implement quality control and technical assurance protocols
Lead projects through all development phases, including construction
Communicate project financial health with Operations staff
Establish transparent communication protocols
Mentor junior staff within the team
Benefits
Hybrid work model with flexible days and hours
Opportunity to lead diverse projects in K-12, Life Sciences, and Commercial Mixed-use sectors
Engagement in local community projects, particularly with public school systems
Professional development through mentorship opportunities
Collaborative team environment fostering growth and advancement
Full Job Description
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
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.
