Workplace Practice Leader

Perkins&Will•Boston, MA

About The Position

Come join our team! Our Practice Leaders offer their observations and design strategies. More than anything, the workplace of the future is a place of connection. What we’re designing now is more than an office: we’re designing a way of working that supports our businesses, our people, and our planet. As the Workplace Practice Leader, you will be making an impact in the areas of design, technical, and management. You will:

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of project design process, construction documentation, programming, space planning, furniture specifications and materials and finishes
Strong project budgeting and contract negotiations skills
Strong working relationships with clients and consultants
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Advanced experience in all phases and aspects of a project including programming and planning
Strong competency in interior design specifications, calculations and industry standards, and application of building codes and specifications
Experience in directing, mentoring and coordinating project teams
Collaborative and professional work ethic
Strong interpersonal skills, verbal, listening and written including client presentation skills
Strong Revit knowledge
Strong Project management software skills
Strong graphic, 3D visualization and computer drafting skills
Bachelor’s Degree in interior design or related field is required
LEED GA within 6 months of hire

Nice To Haves

Professional Licensure: Preferred
Advanced degrees preferred
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

Responsibilities

Be responsible for developing connections and relationships in the community and for bringing in projects.
BE responsible for client contact and communicating goals and responsibilities to project team.
Take initiative on strategic issues including design direction and providing quality management.
Develop and coordinates detailed design concepts with ability to develop functional requirements and project-design criteria.
Demonstrate understanding of the architectural design process and integration of design concepts/ with ability develop design element components.
Coordinate integration of basic engineering systems into the overall project design.
Respond to technical implications of design decisions.
Promote firm and project goals of excellence in design, execution and sustainability.
Understand all aspects and phases of the architectural, design and production process.
Implement code, accessibility and zoning analyses.
Assist with design and technical coordination among disciplines (interiors, architecture, branded environments, planning and strategies)
Perform tasks according to Perkins&Will Project Delivery Manual.
Define, monitor, and maintain control of the scope of work and services for the project including project schedule and work plan.
Prepare and negotiate client and consultant proposals, fees, schedules, and contracts.
Be primary coordinator of all communication between the client and Perkins&Will, (including Managing Principal, Design Principal, and Technical Principal) ensuring timely resolution of client concerns and management of business issues including contracts and additional services.
Be responsible for the complete integration of design and technical aspects of the project.
Be responsible for the clear and timely communication of information to the project team and ensuring compliance with the project team’s goals.
Monitor the performance of the project team and approach, to assure that the Firm’s quality standards and design goals are being met.
Establish, maintain, and document regular project related meetings including client, internal teams and consultant’s meetings.
Initiate, document, and maintain project set-up, including contract review, project process and filing procedures, work authorizations and invoicing/receivables.
Be responsible for meeting or exceeding the financial goals established for the project and providing timely and appropriate information to Project Accountant to initiate invoicing.
Direct contact responsibility with clients and associated consultants, to insure timely collections and management of delinquent accounts receivables.
Ensure the orderly and complete preparation, distribution, and retention of all project written records.
Consider risk management by monitoring client issues and technical issues in a timely manner to minimize liability.
Be responsible for the orderly close-out of projects including contractual requirements.
Follow through with post contract administration requirements (e.g.,: follow-up phone calls to ensure client satisfaction and source additional marketing leads, complete final historical database, etc.).
Coordinate staffing resources with office Operations Director.
Assure a positive teamwork atmosphere and assists in supporting the development and retention of quality staff including training/development/mentoring.
Participate in marketing opportunities and facilitates multi-discipline/office collaboration within firm.
Develop and maintain successful client relationships for repeat business.
Facilitate program development with project teams.
Be responsible for project design budget and cost control.
Prepare design presentations, assuming design lead in client and owner presentations.
Direct, organize, and mentor junior staff.