Project Manager

We are currently seeking an experienced project manager. The project manager is responsible for planning, directing and coordinating projects on budget by collaborating with estimators, account managers and department leaders. This includes projects related to the design and construction of custom trade show exhibits and high-end commercial interiors in the retail, corporate, and hospitality sectors. The project manager participates in the development of new projects and oversees their planning, organization, scheduling and production. This position is exciting and allows for a wide range of control and the freedom to make critical decisions affecting the outcome of the projects you are accountable for.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with account management to discern client needs

Collaborate with the design, estimating, detailing and production departments to ensure all projects remain within design constraints on budget and within feasible construction capabilities

Initiate Change Orders when appropriate

Do take-offs on materials and submit purchase requisitions for all required materials and goods including any outside vendor services

Create and track project timelines, ensure that the project is delivered on time

Monitoring of time and material relative to estimates and % of job complete Report status appropriately

Coordinate, review and approve drawings including, but not limited to, set-ups, electrical, carpet, and shop/construction drawings

Liason with all departments; Graphics, Shipping, Installation, Production, Design and Estimating

Must meet customers agreed upon project completion dates

Provide effective leadership

Drive issues to resolution using escalation where appropriate

Continually explore opportunities to add value to both process and job accomplishments

Extensive collaboration and communication with project vendors

Required travel to customer sites and trade events when and where necessary

Risk Management and corrective action throughout life cycle of a project

Qaulifications

3-5 years of project management experience in a fast-paced, multiple-priority creative manufacturing environment

Experienced at conducting site surveys in the commercial and/or residential space

Must be able to read architectural drawings

Must be able to read a floor plan and shop/construction drawings

Must be experienced with exhibits and/or custom millwork

PMI certification a plus

Experience using AutoCAD and/or Inventor a plus