Senior Interior Project Manager

Perkins&Will • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

Perkins&Will North Carolina Studio is seeking a Senior Interior Project Manager to lead project teams, manage client relationships, and oversee all aspects of project delivery. The role combines advanced technical expertise, business acumen, and collaborative leadership to deliver thoughtful interior design solutions. The position requires 10–15+ years of experience and professional licensure. Applicants should include a portfolio with their resume, either as a link or PDF; applications without a portfolio may not receive full consideration.

The Senior Interior Project Manager is responsible for the successful management and direction of projects within scope and budget, including project planning, staffing, schedules, fees, costs, documentation, client communication, and coordination with consultants and other disciplines. The role also supports client development, risk management, staff mentoring, and quality review. The position requires proficiency in BIM, building codes and accessibility, design and documentation, construction contract administration, and project delivery, as well as advanced software skills including Revit and other design, visualization, and analysis tools.

Requirements

• 10–15+ years of requisite experience.
• Professional licensure is required, including professional interiors licensure.
• Bachelor's degree in interiors, architecture, or a related discipline.
• Obtain LEED Green Associate (GA) within six months of hire.
• Professional accreditation in one area of Living Design: 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.
• Proficiency in BIM and building codes, including ADA.
• Basic knowledge of programming and site analysis.
• Knowledge of preliminary design studies, contract documents, field observations and measurements, life safety requirements, specifications, and construction contract administration.
• Knowledge of project kickoff and closeout.
• Ability to coordinate and collaborate effectively among discipline teams.
• Deltek software skills.
• Advanced knowledge of 2D/3D production software and Revit.
• Knowledge of conceptual modeling tools such as Rhino and Grasshopper, Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite, visualization tools such as Enscape and VRay, presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop, and environmental analysis software such as Ladybug and Climate Studio.
• Submit a portfolio with the resume as a link or PDF of work samples for full consideration.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the design process and project complexities, contributing to team success while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in interior design, execution, and living design.
• Manage and direct all aspects of projects to ensure efficient execution within scope and budget.
• Manage project teams, foster collaboration, and provide effective communication and direction to support strong team performance, design ideas, and successful project delivery.
• Lead the development and validation of project scope, fees, budgets, and services during marketing and contract development.
• Ensure complete and timely communication of project information to and from clients and project teams.
• Manage projects using Deltek Project Management, completing work plans that identify project team members, budgets, consultants, completion schedules, fees, costs, and project change notices or other project actions.
• Work with the Interior Project Designer and Senior Interior Project Designer to avoid or resolve schedule conflicts across projects.
• Maintain ongoing communication with project teams through meetings, minutes, and memos.
• Understand and respond to technical implications and design decisions.
• Prepare strategic plans for project success.
• Serve as the primary client liaison and maintain client satisfaction.
• Participate in marketing opportunities and develop client relationships that support continuing business.
• Monitor client and technical issues in a timely manner to manage risk and minimize liability.
• Apply knowledge of design philosophies and current professional trends, including planning and strategies, design and space planning, documentation, furniture specifications, materials, and finishes.
• Review work for accuracy, omissions, legibility, and compliance with the Project Delivery Manual.
• Mentor staff.
• Coordinate staffing resources with the Operations Director.
• Communicate with clients, consultants, contractors, sub-consultants, and other disciplines to ensure effective communication.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior