As a Senior Interior Project Manager at Perkins&Will you will:
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of all aspects of the design process and project complexities to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team by adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in interior design, execution, and living design.
- Take full responsibility for managing and directing all aspects of projects to ensure efficient execution within scope and budget.
- Manage project teams, foster collaboration, demonstrate strong and effective communication and direction which inspires high team performance, design ideas, and successful project delivery.
- Lead effort in developing and validating project scope, fee, budget, services during the marketing and contract development process.
- Be accountable for complete and timely communication of project information to and from clients and project team.
- Be responsible for managing project using the Deltek Project Management system; complete 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.
- Work with Interior Project Designer and Sr. Interior Project Designer to avoid or eliminate conflicts in schedule due to the changes in various projects.
- Provide on-going communication through team meetings, minutes, and memos to project team.
- Understand and respond to technical implications and design decisions.
- Prepare strategic plans for project success.
- Serve as primary client liaison to maintain client satisfaction.
- Participate in marketing opportunities and develop successful client relationships for continuing business.
- Consider risk management by monitoring client issues and technical issues in a timely manner to minimize liability.
- Understand design philosophies and current trends throughout the profession, including planning and strategies, design and space planning, documentation, furniture specifications, materials, and finishes.
- Review work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and for document compliance in accordance with the Project Delivery Manual.
- Demonstrate strong and effective communication and direction which inspires high team performance and design ideas.
- Mentor staff.
- Coordinate staffing resources with Operations Director.
High-level Summary of Critical, Baseline Technical Skills and Certifications
Proficiencies
- BIM
- Building codes (ADA)
- Basic knowledge in programming and site analysis
- Preliminary design studies
- Contract documents
- Field observations and measurements Life safety requirements
- Specifications
- Construction contract administration
- Project kickoff and closeout
- Effective coordination and collaboration among discipline teams
Software
- Deltek
- Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software
- Advanced Revit
- Conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper
- Microsoft Office / Adobe Suite
- Visualization tools such as Enscape and VRay
- Presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop
- Environmental Analysis software such Ladybug and Climate Studio
Licensure/Certifications/Education
- 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
- Professional interiors licensure
- Bachelors degree in interiors, architecture or, related discipline required
Qualified and interested candidates should submit a resume and work samples. Include your resume and a compact, representative sample of your work (no larger than 4MB).
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