Perkins&Will · 19 hours ago
Managing Principal - Healthcare
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
15+ years expPerkins&Will’s Dallas studio is seeking an entrepreneurial Healthcare Principal or Associate Principal to drive the strategic growth and market leadership of their Healthcare practice. The ideal candidate will provide leadership, develop business strategies, and foster client relationships while ensuring high-quality project delivery.
ArchitectureInterior DesignSustainability
Responsibilities
Provide principal-level leadership for the development and growth of the Dallas Healthcare practice, serving as both the internal and external embodiment of the practice’s goals
Lead by example, mentoring, coaching, and motivating healthcare project teams and individuals
Foster a culture of mutual respect, trust, collaboration, and accountability as the practice evolves
Attract and retain top talent through proactive recruiting efforts and by upholding a reputation for design and professional excellence
Develop and execute marketing and business development strategies for the Dallas Healthcare practice in close collaboration with firmwide Healthcare leadership and the Dallas studio
Identify, pursue, and lead new business opportunities while strengthening and expanding existing client relationships; actively seeking out emerging and future clients and projects
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with consultants and contractors
Lead in the preparation of marketing submissions, fee proposals, award entries, and other promotional materials
Contribute to press releases and project publicity efforts, including development and curation of project imagery
Build and strengthen long-term client relationships through a deep understanding of client needs, goals, and operational priorities
Clearly and compellingly communicate design and medical planning solutions
Actively gather and interpret client requirements and translate them into thoughtful, innovative design responses
Engage clients in productive dialogue that respectfully challenges assumptions and advances project design and medical planning outcomes
Provide principal-level leadership to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality, profitable healthcare projects. Lead or be the point Senior Medical Planning Principal
Guide project teams in collaboration with project managers to meet budget, schedule, and quality objectives
Lead and contribute to project presentations and actively participate in key reviews
Foster a culture of innovation, exploration, and design excellence across the practice
Assist in expediting projects through external review and approval processes
Lead healthcare project reviews within the Dallas office
Assume overall responsibility for the financial performance and profitability for engaged projects
Ensure adequate project workload with the rest of the Dallas Healthcare leadership to meet or exceed Dallas Healthcare’s annual financial and strategic goals
Promote a high level of staff engagement and satisfaction across assigned projects
Oversee training, mentoring, and performance review processes for project teams
Play an active role in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding new staff
Collaborate in the development of position descriptions and associated compensation levels
Prepare and present employee performance evaluations, as appropriate
Maintain active membership in local and state professional organizations and participate in conferences and events valued by clients
Share professional experience, insight, and thought leadership with staff to support ongoing learning and growth
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Architecture; Master's degree preferred
Licensed Architect
Minimum of 15 years of direct healthcare design experience within an architectural firm or healthcare-focused practice, including at least 5 years in a leadership or management role. Having Senior Healthcare planning skills a plus
Demonstrated excellence in healthcare medical planning, healthcare design development and project leadership
Proven ability to secure new work and persuade prospective clients to engage the firm
Strong, enduring client relationships and a track record of successful client engagement
Exceptional presentation, facilitation, writing, and communication skills
Demonstrated strategic thinking, business planning, and budgeting capability
Proven ability to prioritize, delegate, and lead teams to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality client service
Conceptual thinker with strong problem-solving skills
Experience navigating and expediting regulatory and approval processes
Polished professional presence with the ability to operate comfortably and effectively in Healthcare Systems “C” suite, as well in Healthcare Systems Planning, Design and Construction Department
Company
Perkins&Will
Since 1935, we’ve believed that design has the power to make the world a better, more beautiful place.
1001-5000 employees
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