Design Principal

Overview

Lead design teams to deliver high‑quality, sustainable projects aligned with Living Design.

Key Responsibilities

• design delivery
• quality control
• scope planning
• fee negotiation
• client collaboration
• design leadership

Tasks

-Engages with professional organizations and academic institutions as appropriate. -Participates in marketing, business development, and sales activities. Leads interview teams when appropriate. -Participates in firmwide design leadership initiatives as appropriate. -Participates in the identification and development of marketing material and other collateral associated with projects for which responsible.. -Supports design leadership by advancing the design culture of the firm at the local studio level, focusing on local DEI initiatives, career development, and talent advancement. -Partners with Design Director in interviewing prospective designers on an as-needed basis. -Leads design teams in successfully delivering high-quality projects that meet all building standards and fulfill the firm’s Living Design framework. -Conducts regular quality control sessions with project teams. -Participates in discussions with studio leadership regarding the composition and organization of the project teams for which responsible. -Participates in design staff year-end reviews and mentors design staff. -Participates in project scope delineation, work plan creation, implementation, and fee negotiations on projects for which responsible. -Represents the firms’ commitment to design, champions and executes design excellence with clients, projects, and teams in collaboration with the studio Design Director and Practice Leaders. -Keeps abreast of current developments, trends, standards and practices within the firm and the industry. -Coordinates and participates in internal peer workshops to ensure design goals and standards are met, presenting projects for which responsible and providing design input on other projects. -Monitors the performance and approach of project teams in collaboration with Design Directors to ensure that the firm’s standards and design goals are met at each stage of the project. -Monitors overall quality of the project design process, product, and delivery.

Requirements

• architectural license
• ncidq
• leed ga
• bachelor's degree
• leed ap
• breeam ap

What You Bring

-Architectural license, NCIDQ, or LARE as appropriate -LEED GA within 6 months of hire -Bachelor's degree in architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, urban design or related discipline required -Professional accreditation in one area of Living Design that interests you: LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, CPHC/CPHE Passive House Institute Certified Passive House, or ILFI Living Future Accreditation

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About Perkins&Will

-Known for its collaborative approach, the firm combines diverse expertise in architecture, urban design, and planning. -Their work spans across sectors, with standout projects in education, healthcare, and commercial spaces. -The firm's design philosophy prioritizes sustainable, innovative, and context-sensitive solutions. -Notable projects include cutting-edge educational facilities, large-scale urban redevelopment plans, and transformative civic buildings. -With offices in major cities globally, Perkins&Will is recognized for its impact on the modern urban landscape. -The firm has earned a reputation for blending bold design with functionality and a keen attention to community needs.

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