Senior Project Manager – College & University Practice Area Perkins Eastman Human Design
Listed on 2026-06-04
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Management
Program / Project Manager, Operations Manager
Location: New York
Senior Project Manager – College & University Practice Area
Department: NYC
01 – New York Studio 01
Location: New York, NY
Job : 1742
Salary: $137000 – $146000 Per Year
Employee Referral Bonus: Employee Referral Eligible
Perkins Eastman is seeking a Senior Project Manager with a passion for shaping the future of higher education environments. Based in our New York office, you’ll join a global, single-profit-center firm that offers the potential to pursue opportunities locally, nationally, and internationally.
This is a chance to lead transformative projects for some of the world’s most dynamic colleges and universities while collaborating with a diverse, talented, and purpose-driven team. Travel opportunities and career growth are built into the role, making this an ideal opportunity for someone ready to have an impact on multiple levels.
Primary Responsibilities- Serve as a trusted advisor to leading colleges and universities, building long-term client relationships and championing design excellence and sustainability.
- Lead and inspire teams through all phases of design and delivery, from visioning to construction, ensuring projects meet or exceed our clients’ goals for budget, schedule, and performance.
- Coordinate with architects, designers, planners, consultants, and contractors to deliver innovative learning environments.
- Manage and oversee project budgets, contracts, and schedules while delivering on financial performance objectives.
- Mentor and develop staff, providing guidance and creating opportunities for growth.
- Collaborate with firm-wide practice area leaders and principals to support all aspects of business development efforts, fee proposals, while reviewing and negotiating contracts.
- Leverage Perkins Eastman’s global resources and thought leadership to bring new ideas and best practices into every project and initiative.
- Bachelor or Master of Architecture (required).
- 10+ years of project management experience, with a proven track record of leading higher education projects and project teams through all project phases.
- Licensed Architect is preferred.
- Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and manage multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience reviewing contracts, negotiating project scope, and developing fee proposals.
- Expertise in Revit, MS Office Suite; and experience with Bluebeam Revu.
- Proven ability to manage client expectations while delivering innovative and practical solutions.
- CPHD, LEED and/or WELL accreditations.
- Willingness to travel for client engagements across the U. S.
- Comprehensive 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: $137k – $146k
Perkins Eastman is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and a participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
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