Project Manager

DesignMinds; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design firm in the United States is seeking a mid-senior level Project Manager. The successful candidate will manage project timelines, communicate status updates, and ensure successful project completion in an in-office setting. Ideal candidates should have previous project management experience and strong interpersonal skills, with a focus on design and delivery quality.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a project management role.
• Understanding of core space planning principles.
• Ability/interest in training Jr Project Managers.

Responsibilities

• Outline and execute a plan for successful project completion.
• Utilize project management tools throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain schedule by ensuring deliverables are met.

Skills

Project management experience

Client-facing skills

Problem-solving abilities

Task prioritization

Understanding of space planning

Tools

Project management software

Microsoft Office

Google Sheets

Job description

Job Overview

This is a short‑term, contract position that could become a long term direct employee role with demonstrated results during the contract period.

NYC/Manhattan based. Primarily an "In Office" role, with some hybrid or job site as needed.

Base Pay Range

$90,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Ideal Skills

• Previous experience in a project management role
• Experience with CAD/CET/Team Design, etc.
• Previous work with on-site trades
• Understanding of core space planning principles
• Ability/interest in training Jr Project Managers

Core Skills

• Client-facing/Strong interpersonal skills
• Independent and confident leadership
• Elite problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to correctly prioritize tasks based on project and company goals
• Ability to juggle multiple tasks at once
• Foundational understanding of the lifecycle of a furniture project
• Sound understanding of core sales principles
• Comfortable working in multiple communication platforms and systems (Email, Remote Meetings, Google Sheets, Microsoft Office, business software)
• Ability to be on-site for client/vendor meetings, site visits, installation, and punch list visits

Key Responsibilities

• Outline and execute a plan for successful project completion
• Utilize project management software and status tracking tools to develop a plan throughout the lifecycle of the project
• Maintain schedule by ensuring deliverables are met while information is efficiently updated and maintained

Effectively Communicate and Delegate

• Properly delegate appropriate tasks to resources such as Support PM/Project Coordination teams
• Urgently communicate and document all project changes to the greater project team
• Be ready and able to quickly communicate project status at a moment’s notice to the sales team and leadership
• Communicate any situations that may affect the sales relationship with the end user
• Send regular status emails for each project outlining the format of “What we’ve done, what we’re doing, what we’re going to do next.”

Project Organization

• Review and confirm the accuracy of all quotes, worksheets, drawings, specs, counts, invoices, and all other deliverables to the client
• Document all project updates from project calls, emails, live chats, and in-person meetings/site visits for record in a way that clearly demonstrates the evolution of decisions based on a timeline
• Oversee the maintenance of an orderly status report
• Maintain task management in Project Management software to accurately demonstrate the current position within a project’s lifecycle

Management of the Project, Independent of the Salesperson

• Run all project calls as the lead furniture representative (Design Team, Project Team, Trades, and Vendors)
• Own the maintenance of the project timeline, identification of deliverables, and prioritization of tasks
• Own project closeout, including Punch List completion, delivery of Validation Deck, and confirmation of final invoice
• Be the primary point of contact for all members of the project team, vendor partners, and salespersons throughout the project life cycle

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Manufacturing

Industries

• Architecture and Planning
• Office Furniture and Fixtures Manufacturing