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Perkins Eastman · 1 day ago

Project Manager IV

Stamford, CT

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Perkins Eastman is a global architectural design practice with expertise in all aspects of the built environment. They are seeking a Project Manager with a passion for K-12 educational facility planning to manage various educational facility projects nationwide, ensuring alignment with district goals and priorities.

ArchitectureGraphic Design

Responsibilities

Manage Client Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with school districts and stakeholders by delivering consistent, high-quality service and serving as a reliable point of contact throughout the project lifecycle

Project Leadership: Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of K-12 educational facilities consulting projects, managing budgets, timelines, and deliverables

Team Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including junior staff and external consultants, to drive project success. Provide mentorship and guidance to build team capacity

Client Presentations & Meetings: Lead and present at client meetings, consultant team sessions, and community engagement forums, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project goals and progress

Business Development: Contribute to business development by preparing proposals, participating in interviews, and identifying new consulting opportunities within the K-12 education space

Budget & Financial Oversight: Manage project budgets, invoices, and consultant billing in collaboration with the accounting team to ensure financial accountability

Contract Management: Review and administer project contracts, ensuring compliance and addressing any legal or procedural issues in collaboration with support teams

Strategic Problem-Solving: Address complex facility planning and operational challenges by applying creative and data-driven solutions that align with client goals and industry best practices

Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate community input processes and work closely with school district leaders to ensure that project outcomes reflect educational priorities and community needs

Project Reporting: Provide regular updates and reports to clients, school boards, and other stakeholders, summarizing project progress, budget status, and key milestones

Continuous Improvement: Develop and refine tools and processes that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of educational facility planning, applying lessons learned from completed projects

Qualification

K-12 Educational FacilitiesFacility PlanningProject ManagementPMP CertificationProject Management SoftwareBudget ManagementSustainable DesignFinance PrinciplesOrganizationResponsivenessResourcefulnessMS OfficeLEED AccreditationWELL AccreditationCommunicationInitiativeAdaptabilityTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in project management, with an emphasis on K-12 educational facilities or related environments

Strong background in facility planning, including space utilization, long-term planning, and capital improvement projects

Familiarity with finance and accounting principles, including budgeting, invoicing, and cost control for large-scale projects

Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana) and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for tracking project progress, reporting, and collaboration

Availability and flexibility to travel as needed for client meetings, site visits, and community engagement events

Passion for and fundamental understanding of sustainable design

Communication: Engages, listens, and communicates clearly and effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders in oral, written, and public speaking formats

Initiative: Self-motivated in owning, managing, and advancing workstreams and responsibilities independently

Organization: Proactive with excellent planning and time management skills, able to prioritize multiple high-impact initiatives and tasks

Responsiveness: Client-focused with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality service and outcomes

Adaptability: Thrives in a dynamic environment, quickly adjusting to new information, changing circumstances, and evolving project needs while maintaining a focus on goals

Resourcefulness: Uses strategic and creative problem-solving to navigate shifting priorities and find innovative solutions

Teamwork: Enhances team effectiveness through collaboration, continuous learning, mutual support, and by managing both laterally and upwards