- Senior
- Escritório em Seattle
WHO WE ARE:
Teague is an independent design consultancy that combines technology expertise with a deep understanding of human behavior to design what’s next for companies in automotive, commercial aviation, smart cities and infrastructure, advanced mobility, technology, space, and defense. On any given day, you might be prototyping a new space station, designing cutting-edge technology, or traveling around the world conducting research. We are approaching our one-hundred-year anniversary and are proudly employee-owned. Our culture fosters collaboration, accountability, and stability - because when we succeed, we all win. Come be a part of something bigger than just a job - build your career with an employee-owned company that invests in you!
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Manager, Project Management role is both a working leader and a mentor - guiding a team of up to 10 project managers while co-leading client projects with billable responsibilities. This role drives consistent project management practices, elevates client relationships, and ensures projects deliver high-quality outcomes on time and on budget.
You’ll balance hands-on project leadership with team management, fostering accountability, curiosity, and problem-solving that elevate decision-making and strengthen Teague’s reputation for excellence.
Travel Expectations
Occasional domestic and international travel to support client and/or vendor projects or meetings. (5%)
WHO YOU ARE:
You’re an experienced project leader who thrives at the intersection of strategy and execution. With a strong background in managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects, you bring clarity and structure to fast-moving environments. You excel at balancing big-picture thinking with day-to-day problem-solving, ensuring projects stay aligned with scope, budget, and quality expectations. A natural relationship-builder, you know how to foster trust with clients and colleagues alike, and you use those connections to create alignment, resolve conflicts, and move projects forward.
You’re also a people leader who genuinely invests in the growth of others. You inspire and mentor project managers to strengthen their skills, think critically, and take ownership of their work. You’re confident negotiating resources, coaching teams through ambiguity, and modeling accountability in every interaction. At your core, you’re driven by curiosity, collaboration, and the belief that great outcomes are achieved through open dialogue, thoughtful leadership, and a commitment to excellence.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- OWNING
- Manage and mentor a team of up to 10 project managers while remaining actively involved in client-facing projects.
- Strengthen team performance by building ownership, discipline, and leadership skills.
- Align PM team performance with Teague’s strategic goals and values.
- Champion accountability, open dialogue, and team morale.
- THINKING
- Provide strategic leadership while ensuring operational excellence in project delivery.
- Coach project managers in risk assessment, scope management, and problem-solving.
- Support project scoping, budget/resource planning, and client communication.
- Foster a culture of curiosity, critical thinking, and structured decision-making.
- DOING
- Lead execution of large, complex, multi-disciplinary projects with precision.
- Partner with Growth and Creative Leadership to deliver high-quality, on-budget outcomes.
- Oversee resource planning, assignments, and backlog coordination.
- Ensure consistent project management practices across multiple locations.
- Review major deliverables and guide phase reviews to meet Teague standards.
WHAT YOU BRING:
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; PMP, Scrum Master, or similar certification a plus.
- 5+ years of senior/principal-level project management experience in design, product development, or consulting.
- Proven success leading large-scale projects on time, within budget, and at the defined quality level.
- Experience managing multiple teams (15–20+ employees/contractors across sites).
- Prior people management experience strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of design/product development processes.
- Skilled in negotiation, conflict resolution, and navigating complexity.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, MS Project, and other project management tools.
The salary range for this job in most US geographic locations is $160,000 - $195,000.
This role will require travel to our 3 offices in the Greater Seattle area (Renton, Seattle and Everett) and to client sites as needed.
Note: This job posting provides a general overview of the role and is not meant to represent a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, or required skills.
OUR COMMITMENT:
At Teague, we believe that diversity fuels creativity, equity drives opportunity, inclusion fosters belonging, and accessibility makes innovation truly universal. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone—regardless of background, identity, or lived experience—feels valued, heard, and empowered.
We actively:
- Educate – Continuously learn and grow through focused training and resources.
- Celebrate – Honor diverse voices, perspectives, and contributions.
- Take Action – Prioritize inclusivity in our work, approach to hiring, and team culture.
We are stronger together, and we welcome candidates who share our passion for designing a more inclusive and equitable future.
WHY JOIN US?
At Teague, we believe in fostering an environment where everyone thrives. Here's what makes us unique:
- We create new ways of working to drive innovation and adaptability.
- We trust one another, empowering collaboration and autonomy.
- We never stand still, embracing growth and continuous learning.
- We champion new ideas and perspectives, valuing creativity and fresh thinking.
- We celebrate our differences and foster an inclusive culture of belonging.
- We engage across diverse projects that challenge and inspire.
- We encourage work/life integration, promoting balance and well-being.
WHAT WE OFFER:
At Teague, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We search the globe to find and attract top talent from diverse backgrounds and value unique perspectives and experiences.
Join an Employee-Owned Company! As an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) company, every team member is an owner, sharing in our success and future growth. Our ESOP fosters a culture of collaboration, accountability, and long-term stability—because when we succeed, we all win together.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that rewards you based on performance and recognition for the value you bring to Teague. Individual salaries within this range are determined through various factors, including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. In addition, our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes employer-provided Short & Long-Term Disability and Life/AD&D insurance, competitive dental and medical plans with a Health Savings Account option, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401k, and Parental Leave. We also offer voluntary benefits for vision, additional life, additional AD&D, accident & injury, critical illness, identity theft protections, legal and long-term care. Additionally, employees enjoy discounts on pet insurance and access to HealthCare Bluebook. As part of our comprehensive benefits package, full-time employees start by accruing 4 weeks of paid time a year (prorated for part-time hires) and 10 paid holidays throughout the fiscal year. On-Call or Temporary employees accrue 1hr of PTO for every 30hrs worked.
We are a Washington State-based company. All employees must reside in Washington (unless otherwise noted for specific roles) and be able to access one of our studio locations in the greater Seattle area.
Teague is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.
