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Managing Principal
Perkins&Will
A global architecture and design firm specializing in innovative, sustainable solutions.
Managing Principal role focused on project excellence, studio culture, business development, sustainable design, and team mentorship
22d ago
$165,000 - $195,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Bainbridge Island, WA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
2,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture
Interior Design
Urban Design
Planning
Sustainability
Landscape Architecture
Engineering
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Academic Medical Centers
Academic Research
Ambulatory Care
Aquatics
Arenas
Athletic Sports Performance
Aviation
Behavioral Health
Role
What you would be doing
business development
project execution
team mentorship
invoicing & collections
sustainable design
project strategy
Actively lead business development efforts, including identifying new opportunities, cultivating client relationships, and pursuing strategic partnerships in alignment with the firm’s mission and values.
Guide and oversee project execution across all phases—ensuring schedule, budget, quality, and performance goals are met.
In partnership with the Managing Director, provide leadership in sustainable and regenerative design, advancing firm goals around decarbonization, climate-positive design, and ecological performance.
Lead invoicing and collections efforts and proactively manage scope, fees, and client communication throughout project life cycles.
Mentor and develop project teams—celebrating successes, fostering growth, and ensuring effective collaboration.
Maintain an active presence in the market—representing the studio and firm externally through speaking engagements, client presentations, conferences, and professional organizations.
Identify and mitigate project risks—bringing forward potential concerns to the studio’s MOD leadership and firmwide legal as needed.
Ensure accountability for project profitability, quality of service, and resolution of client issues or conflicts.
Develop and deliver project strategy in collaboration with Design Principal, Project Manager, and technical leaders—ensuring integration of research, Living Design, and JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) principles.
Collaborate with the Managing Director, Marketing, practice leaders, and firmwide partners to shape pursuit strategies, participate in interviews, and secure new work across sectors and disciplines.
Foster strong communication and coordination across teams and disciplines, internally and with clients and consultants.
Support staffing strategy and resourcing discussions with Operations Director and Project Manager(s).
Monitor and manage project financials and compliance with the work plan in concert with the Project Manager, Operations Director, and local finance team.
Support the firm’s strategic initiatives and culture through active engagement in firmwide committees, initiatives, and campaigns.
Champion and apply the firm’s Deep Green ethos across projects and studio operations—mentoring staff and identifying opportunities to elevate sustainability impact.
What you bring
degree
architectural license
leed ga
strategic thinking
project management
microsoft office
Professional Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or another design-related field
Architectural license, NCIDQ preferred or LARE as appropriate
Strong commitment to design excellence, innovation, high quality design and personalized client services including relationship management, problem-solving, decision making, and collaboration
Ability to influence clients, business partners, and project teams in a professional and compelling way
LEED GA within 6 months of hire
Excellent communicator, with intellectual curiosity and strategic thinking
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
Considerable knowledge and experience leading and managing successful projects, client relationships and teams at various scales
Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
PMTK (Project Management Tool Kit) and other relevant Hub platforms
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Training + Development
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Security clearance
yes, background checks are mentioned in the job description
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