Project Consultant D&B

Collate; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm is seeking Project Consultants in London to create furniture schemes and manage project budgets. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in a client-facing role and a passion for interior design. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential. This role offers a negotiable salary between £35k and £45k.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in the industry or a related sector.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Experience in client-facing roles.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed furniture schemes based on client briefs.
• Manage project budgets and ensure all costs are monitored.
• Communicate with clients on project updates.

Skills

Clear communication skills

High attention to detail

Time and resource management

Client-facing experience

Ability to work under pressure

Strong product knowledge

Passion for interior and furniture design

Tools

Microsoft Excel

General Office software

InDesign (willingness to learn)

Job description

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OVERVIEW

We are on the look out for 2 Project Consultants to join one of the fastest-growing commercial furniture dealership in the UK, known for design-led projects and creating unique design schemes tailored to client needs.Responsible for creating detailed furniture schemes based on Designers’ or Clients’ briefs. This is a client-facing role requiring creative, solution-driven furniture specifying with strong knowledge of pricing, lead times, and full project considerations.Situated in Clerkenwell the team works in close collaboration with creatives and construction professionals, fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and friendly work environment.

• Take detailed briefings and understand clients' project requirements.
  
• Conduct furniture audits and site visits where required.
  
• Possess established knowledge of the commercial furniture supply chain.
  
• Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals, and deliverables.
  
• Manage time and resources to effectively respond to clients in a timely, professional manner (occasional out-of-hours work may be required).
  
• Create detailed furniture quotations, including costs, finishes, and specifications.
  
• Communicate with the supply chain on specification and project details.
  
• Run projects autonomously within varying budget ranges between 20k - 500k.
  
• Source imagery and content for document proposals.
  
• Arrange samples, finishes, and timed showroom tours.
  
• Communicate with clients on project updates and information.
  
• Pitch to clients alongside the project team.
  
• Create schedules to a professional commercial standard.
  
• Manage project budgets; ensure all costs and margins are monitored.
  
• Strive to meet clients’ budget expectations while maintaining strong profitability.
  
• Exercise diligence and attention to detail when costing proposals to account for all potential costs and risks.
  
• Confidently present and sell proposals to clients.
  
• Keep CRM reporting up to date on a weekly basis.
  
• Meet deadlines in line with the project programme.
  
• Attend supplier training and industry events to maintain up-to-date knowledge.
  
• Maintain presence in the office with Project team to ensure team alignment.
  
• Manage company and project-related administration and processes.
  
• Prepare handovers for Project Managers to deliver the project.
  
• Be willing to work as a team and cover the Project Manager when required.
  
• Represent the company at relevant industry events.
  

Requirements

• Clear and concise written and spoken communication skills.
  
• High attention to detail and diligent note-taking.
  
• Ability to prioritise and manage time and resources effectively under shifting deadlines.
  
• Experience in client-facing roles.
  
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet specific deadlines.
  
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in the industry or a related sector.
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and general Office software.
  
• Understanding of InDesign (or willingness to learn).
  
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
  
• Strong product knowledge.
  
• Passion for interior and furniture design.
  
• Salary of £35-45k negotiable.

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